AI Impact Summit 2026
2026-02-16 - 2026-02-20 | Brahat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, India
From Vision to Action: India Leading theAI Impact Movement!
The India–AI Impact Summit 2026 marks a defining global inflection point — transitioning from dialogue to demonstrable impact. Anchored in the principles of People, Planet, and Progress, it envisions a future where AI advances humanity, fosters inclusive growth, and safeguards our shared planet.
INPACE will host a session titled “Navigating the AI Regulatory Landscape: A Cross-Compliance Framework for Safety & Governance.”
🕒 17 February 2026 | 11:30 AM
📍Nalanda Banquet, Sushma Swaraj Bhawan

German Satcom Days 2026: "The third dimension of mobile networks"
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-11 | Bonn, Germany, Platz der Vereinten Nationen 2, Bonn, 53113, Germany
The German SatCom Days will take place for the ninth time from the 10th till the 11th of March 2026.
Leading representatives from industry, research and governmental users will discuss satellite communication as an incubator for the information society of tomorrow. There will also be an opportunity to explore the topics through
an exhibition, as well as take advantage of networking opportunities.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER UNTIL 24 FEBRUARY 2026!

2nd EU-JAPAN DIGITAL WEEK 2026
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-30 | Tokyo, Japan
The EU-Japan Digital Week is the annual flagship event of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership. Launched in 2022 and under ministerial leadership, this partnership is a flexible cooperation instrument that goes beyond dialogue and exchange of information between Japan and the EU with the view to deliver concrete deliverables in line with our respective priorities for a digital economy and society.
Launched in 2022 and under ministerial leadership, this partnership is a flexible cooperation instrument that goes beyond dialogue and exchange of information between Japan and the EU with the view to deliver concrete deliverables in line with our respective priorities for a digital economy and society.

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NexusForum EU - South Korea Event
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-16 | Incheon and Yeosu, Korea, Democratic People's Republic of
As part of its international engagement strategy, NexusForum.EU will host a 3-day event in South Korea in April 2026, strengthening EU–South Korea collaboration across the Cloud-Edge-IoT and Cognitive Computing Continuum domains. The programme will consist of a sequence of strategic events, engaging diverse stakeholders from research, industry, and policy across both regions.
As declared by the European Commission, “through the Digital Partnership, the EU and the ROK will continue joint work on research and innovation on emerging technologies, such as semiconductors, 6G, artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies. This cooperation is designed to boost future competitiveness and technological leadership while building stronger economic security through greater resilience in critical technologies, including cybersecurity.” The NexusForum EU-South Korea Digital Convergence Week 2026 aims to foster deeper ties with South Korean counterparts in alignment with the EU’s digital sovereignty goals, international cooperation roadmaps, and the global competitiveness of European technology ecosystems.
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SPIDER Final Conference: Digital Transformation Beyond Borders
2026-04-15 | Bonn, Germany, Platz der Vereinten Nationen 2, Bonn, 53113, Germany
Join the SPIDER Final Conference to explore digital transformation shaping a borderless future!

About the Event
The SPIDER Final Conference is an international event that brings together policymakers, institutional leaders, research and education networks (NRENs), innovators, and international partners to engage in discussions on how digital transformation can be jointly shaped across Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, in connection with partners from other regions.

What to Expect
While showcasing key insights and achievements from the SPIDER project, a Horizon Europe Initiative, the focus of the event goes beyond project results. Through inspiring keynotes, interactive panel discussions, and cross-regional exchanges, participants will explore emerging priorities, cooperation models, and shared challenges that will define the next phase of international digital collaboration.

Why Attend
Designed to encourage interaction between policy, infrastructure, research, and innovation communities, the SPIDER Final Conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with decision-makers, align initiatives, and contribute to shaping future cooperation pathways in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Agenda
The SPIDER Final Conference features European Commission perspectives, keynote insights on cross-border digital transformation and AI, discussions on connectivity through the BELLA infrastructure, inclusive and human-centred digitalisation, and dedicated networking moments designed to foster meaningful international collaboration.
INPACE will contribute to the 2nd Panel – Global Digital Transformation: Cooperation Beyond Regions, which will explore International cooperation models, shared infrastructures, and partnership frameworks that support digital innovation beyond borders.

IRDS - ISRDS Event
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-19 | Granada, Spain, Granada, Spain
We are pleased to announce that the IRDS – ISRDS Event, jointly organised with INPACE, will take place in Granada on 18-19 May 2026.
We are delighted to gather the community for 2 days of in-depth technical discussions and strategic perspectives on the future of devices and systems. Over the course of the event, leading experts will present the latest updates of the IRDS chapters and explore New Directions in Computing, as well as Emerging Materials & Devices shaping the future of the Computing field.
1. May 18, 2026 – IRDS International Roadmap for Devices and Systems
IRDS represents the main International Roadmap of the Electronic Industry. Key challenges and potential solutions covering materials, devices and systems adressing a broad range of applications over the next 15 years will be highlighted and discussed.
2. May 19, 2026 – ISRDS International Symposium on Roadmapping Devices and Systems
The ISRDS symposium will focus on New Directions in Computing, including Neuromorphic, Probabilistic, Reversible, and Quantum Computing. It will also address new directions in Materials and Devices for Computing, such as 2D and Ferroelectric Materials, Steep Slope Devices, Quantum Materials and Devices, Spintronics, and Cryogenic electronics.
This event will provide a unique opportunity to reconnect with the community, exchange insights, and contribute to shaping the future roadmap of devices and systems.
Pre-registration (free but mandatory) is now open at: https://www.sinano.eu/form/isrds-registration-2/

AI and Critical Thinking: A Cross-Regional Dialogue
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/Zurich) | Online
AGENDA

10:00 – 10:10 | Opening & Framing (10 min)

Welcome and introduction to global perspectives on AI & critical thinking
Why AI requires stronger critical thinking skills across education and society

10:10 – 10:30 | European Perspective (20 min)

Speaker: Susan Stetson-Tiligadas

Embedding critical thinking in education systems

10:30 – 10:50 | Singapore Perspective (20 min)

The Need for Critical Thinking in Education in the Age of AI
Speaker: Horn Mun Cheah

Importance of critical thinking in AI-enabled education environments

10:50 – 11:10 | India Perspective (20 min)
Think Before and After You Prompt: AI and the Art of Critical Thinking

Speaker: Ramesh Sharma

Critical thinking before, during, and after using AI tools
Building judgment, reflection, and responsible AI use

11:10 – 11:25 | Panel Discussion (15 min)

Shared global challenges
Misinformation, overreliance on AI, and skill gaps
Cross-regional lessons and collaboration opportunities

11:25 – 11:30 | Closing & Key Takeaways (5 min)

AI literacy + critical thinking as a global competency
Importance of cross-regional cooperation

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AI Education That Works: Upskilling Pathways from University to Industry
2026-06-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
This webinar presents practical and transferable approaches to AI upskilling based on higher education experience, complemented by workforce-oriented learning formats.

The session focuses on how AI education can be designed to:

build confidence and judgement
enable progression from broad AI literacy to applied skills
support responsible and safe AI use

Rather than promoting specific tools or programmes, the webinar highlights training methodologies, learning formats and upskilling pathways (from AI literacy to complex solutions) that proved effective in real educational and training contexts.

Agenda

10:00 – 10:05 | Introduction

Context, objectives, and relevance of AI upskilling

10:05 – 10:15 | Foundations of AI Education

Confidence before competence
Hands-on learning
Ethical & critical thinking

10:15 – 10:25 | Multidisciplinary AI Literacy

AI across all fields of study
Addressing curiosity and fear
Building judgement and readiness for further learning

10:25 – 10:40 | Micro-Credentials for Upskilling

What works and what doesn’t (portfolio insights)
Key design principles: hands-on, applied, certified
Integration into curricula and learning pathways

10:40 – 10:50 | Validation with SMEs

Real-world examples and lessons learned

10:50 – 11:00 | Conclusion & Key Takeaways

AI upskilling as a continuous journey
From broad literacy to applied skills
Bridging academia and workforce needs

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