2025 – Back to the future: It’s about time

This year’s theme is a call to reflect on the past, confront the present and shape the future. It is about seizing the moment to direct the trajectory of AI and society—leveraging technology to reclaim time for creativity, connection and purpose, while guarding against risks that could undermine our collective future. The theme challenges us to act with urgency and optimism, to ensure that as we move forward, we do so with wisdom drawn from both history and imagination.

World Summit AI remains the epicenter of this global transformation and conversation and will once again host the world’s leading AI minds, visionaries and innovators. Together, they will help define AI’s legacy for decades to come. Are you in?

What’s World Summit AI?

Seen by tech leaders as the platform to launch their latest AI products and services and regarded as the world leading startup and investor network, WSAI gathers the global AI ecosystem of Enterprise, Big Tech, Startups, Investors, Science and Academia to set the global AI agenda, every October in Amsterdam.

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The World Summit AI stage is the most competitive in the world. With a three year waiting list, we receive thousands of speaking submissions every year. Why? Because we stage the conversations that matter with world leaders who are championing AI in every way. Our past speakers include Apple, Facebook, Amazon, Alibaba, Tencent, Google, Intel, NASA, Uber, IBM Watson and so many more.

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Position your company in front of the largest gathering of the global AI ecosystem. From FTSE 100 companies to cutting edge startups looking to be acquired, World Summit AI provides the perfect opportunity to initiate new business relationships.

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Who’s coming?

The full AI ecosystem, startups, academics, investors, business leaders, all the big tech companies, and the brightest AI brains as speakers.

Founders, CEOs, CTOs, COOs, CDOs, CFOs, CMOs, CIOs

EVPs, SVP, VP’s, Directors and Heads of AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Cognitive Computing,  Data Science, Data Analytics, Technology, Innovation

Professors, Ph.D. candidates, students, interns

Data Scientists, Data Analysts, Software Engineers, Developers and more…

What’s in store

This year’s subthemes include:

• Europe – It’s time to go big on tech! AI is at the core of Europe’s ambitions to lead in technology. We explore Europe’s strategy for AI dominance, including bold investments and initiatives driving innovation.
• AI & industry applications –  AI is revolutionizing how we work internationally, from commerce to transport, reshaping markets and unlocking new efficiencies.
• Society & AI: The future we’re shaping – AI is reshaping economies, governance, and human experiences. We explore its societal, ethical and geopolitical impact.
• Technology: Breaking new frontiers – AI is pushing the boundaries of science and engineering. We analyse the latest deep tech breakthroughs.
• AI & business: Transforming industries – From startups to enterprises, AI is driving innovation and redefining business models.

And with more content to be announced, expect a thought-provoking high-impact experience!

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Amsterdam is a city renowned for its history, culture, business climate and innovation. With AI firmly established as the defining technology of the future, Amsterdam is putting plans in place to become a true world-leader in AI in the coming years.

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