GITEX Europe 2026

GITEX Europe marks a significant event in the tech landscape, being the largest gathering for technology, startups, and digital investments on the continent. This event attracts visionaries, innovators, and investors who come together to explore new opportunities, establish partnerships, and advance digital transformation. The event showcases a variety of pavilions and sponsors, including notable participants from Bosnia, Slovenia, and Serbia, as well as key sponsors like Guris and Trend Micro.

GITEX Europe serves as a platform for launching next-generation solutions and fostering global investments across various sectors, including AI and cybersecurity.

Highlights for 2025

• Over 1,400 exhibitors
• More than 750 startups
• In excess of 600 investors
• Eight conference tracks
• 500+ speakers
• Representation from over 100 countries

Significant Moments in 2025

• Geoffrey Hinton discussing AI's future and associated risks
• German biotech Tubulis securing €308M in Series C funding
• CraftCode introducing sustainable IT solutions with Swiss precision

Key Focus Areas and Sectors

• AI, Power, and Europe's Future Directions
• Establishing a Unified Cyber Front
• Germany's Largest and Most International Startup Gathering
• Quantum Technology and Strategic Venture Development

Additional Sector Highlights

• AI and Robotics
• Cloud Computing, Data, and IoT
• Cybersecurity
• Digital Cities
• Finance and Digital Assets
• Industry 4.0 and Autotech
• Intelligent Connectivity and Telecom
• Green Technology

Investor and Startup Ecosystem

GITEX Europe serves as a central hub for innovative startups and prominent investors. Over 600 investors from more than 50 countries engage with 750+ startups in sectors such as AI, Deep Tech, Green Tech, Mobility, Digital Finance, and Smart Cities. Tailored concierge programs facilitate impactful meetings between investors and startups, enhancing networking and deal-making opportunities.

Supernova All-Stars Pitch Competition

Disruptive startups compete for a €100,000 equity-free prize pool. This competition is open to innovators in AI, Deep Tech, Green Tech, Climate Tech, Mobility, Digital Finance, and Smart Cities, celebrating innovative ideas and groundbreaking solutions.

Partners and Endorsements

• Endorsed By: Berlin Partner
• Global Growth Partner: Strategic Industry Leaders
• Supporting Organizations: European Innovation Council (EIC), ITU, Umwelt Bundesamt, Cloud Security Alliance, QUIC, BitMi Bundesverband
• Headline Partners: AI, Cyber Valley, Smart Cities & Public Sector, Quantum, 10X, SCALEX
• Conference Track & Tech Talk Partners: Various industry leaders

Overview of Europe’s Tech Market

• €200 billion AI investment mobilized through InvestAI (2025–2030)
• Projected IT spending of €1.17 trillion in 2025 (+8.7%)
• €50 billion EU-wide InvestAI initiative
• More than 13 AI factories and up to 5 gigafactories across EU states
• Data center capacity expected to triple within 5–7 years
• €47 billion in VC funding anticipated for Europe’s tech sector in 2024
• 27 unicorns in Germany, with Berlin recognized as Europe’s leading startup hub
• Berlin ranked among the top blockchain/Web3 ecosystems in Europe

Reasons to Attend GITEX Europe

• Connect with Innovators: Engage with a diverse tech community, including startups and established enterprises.
• Cross-Industry Collaboration: Discover applications across sectors and optimal technology solutions.
• Experience Europe’s Digital Landscape: Collaborate with governments, academia, and investors to influence the continent's tech trajectory.
• Content for Growth: Explore topics such as AI, deep tech, sustainability, and cybersecurity.
• Government-Led Initiatives: Investigate data sovereignty, cloud infrastructure, and AI regulation through public-private partnerships.