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⌖ Barcelona · Hotel Catalonia Eixample 1864

Hosted by UBIQ Events

The 2nd MedTech Meets AI Conference brings healthcare technology leaders to Barcelona on 14–15 October 2026 for two days of practical AI insight and industry connections. Hosted by UBIQ Events, this specialist conference explores how artificial intelligence is being applied across medical devices, diagnostics and the wider life sciences sector. Rather than focusing solely on future possibilities, the programme promises real-world case studies, practical applications and expert perspectives on implementing AI in complex healthcare environments. What the conference will cover The two-day agenda will examine several of the most consequential areas where AI is reshaping MedTech: - Transforming disease detection through AI-assisted diagnostics - Medical imaging and the changing role of AI in radiology - Turning medical big data into useful diagnostic insight - AI-powered robotics and advances in surgical precision - Ethical and regulatory considerations for healthcare AI - The challenges, innovations and potential impact shaping AI’s future in MedTech These themes make the event particularly relevant to MedTech executives, healthcare innovators, AI strategists, medical-device professionals, data and analytics leaders, R&D teams, and life sciences decision-makers. The content is aimed at an experienced professional audience looking for implementation lessons, strategic insight and opportunities to compare approaches with peers. Industry speakers The announced 2026 line-up includes leaders working across innovation, AI research, analytics, robotics, manufacturing transformation and digital platforms. Speakers include Mayank Mohun of Siemens Healthineers, Karolina Henzel and Lukasz Nowicki of GE HealthCare, Donnacha Dunleavy of Medtronic, Sertac Guzel of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, and Abouzar Eslami, PhD, of ZEISS Medical Technology. Further perspectives will come from senior figures at Philips, Alcon, Fresenius Medical Care, Zimmer Biomet, Getinge and KARL STORZ. Additional speakers are due to be announced, giving attendees access to a broad cross-section of the organisations developing and deploying AI-enabled medical technology. Venue and tickets The conference takes place from Wednesday 14 to Thursday 15 October 2026 at Hotel Catalonia Eixample 1864, Carrer de Roger de Llúria, 60, in central Barcelona. The event combines

⌖ Barcelona · Espai Diagonal

Hosted by Biorce

The End. Barcelona is a one-day, in-person conference exploring how AI will reshape clinical trials and the future of clinical research on 15 October 2026. Hosted by Biorce at Espai Diagonal in Barcelona, this high-trust gathering will bring pharma pioneers, biotech founders, researchers, regulators and investors into the same room for direct, practical conversations about what comes next. Clinical research at an inflection point The programme sits at the intersection of AI, scientific judgement and trial delivery. Rather than treating AI as an abstract trend, the conference will examine where it can create meaningful progress, where the hype exceeds the evidence and how responsibility should be assigned when technology influences clinical decisions. Across keynote presentations, expert panels and a live debate, planned topics include: - AI and the future of scientific judgement - AI governance, accountability and what regulators will accept - AI in clinical trials: separating signal from hype - Partners or platforms: the next operating model for CROs - Protocols as data and the drive to reduce protocol complexity - Recruitment realities and the points where trials actually fail - The human cost of slow medicine - Whether the randomised controlled trial remains the gold standard The full agenda and speaker line-up will be announced closer to the event. Who should attend? The End. is designed for people building, funding, regulating or conducting the next generation of clinical research. It will be particularly relevant to pharmaceutical leaders, biotech founders, clinical operations teams, researchers, regulators, investors and AI specialists working in healthcare or life sciences. The subject matter is industry-focused, but the varied format should make it useful both to senior decision-makers and practitioners seeking a clearer view of how AI may affect trials in practice. Running from 8:30am on Thursday 15 October, the event combines a full day of structured content with time for in-person networking. Its emphasis on sharp conversation, live disagreement and a candid room distinguishes it from a conventional showcase or product-led AI conference. View the event and registration details

⌖ Barcelona · Barcelona-Sants

Hosted by KP-Morgan Group

Explore digital transformation, AI, automation and customer experience at the in-person New Dawn Summit in Barcelona. Taking place on Wednesday 28 October 2026, from 9:00 to 18:30 local time, this 9.5-hour summit brings together leaders and professionals from healthcare, fintech, medtech and telecommunications. The focus is on turning technological and organisational complexity into practical, meaningful change. What to expect Expert perspectives will examine how digital transformation drives innovation and competitiveness, including: - The evolving role of AI in business transformation - Intelligent business automation and operational efficiency - Faster development and deployment of business applications - Better collaboration between business and IT teams - Delivering stronger customer experiences - Translating emerging trends into tangible organisational action The event is aimed at business leaders, transformation professionals, technologists and anyone keen to understand how AI and automation are reshaping work. It is an in-person summit with opportunities to exchange ideas and connect with professionals from several industries. Individual speakers and a detailed session agenda have not yet been published. The venue is Barcelona-Sants, 1 Plaça dels Països Catalans, 7, 08014 Barcelona. The event is organised by KP-Morgan Group. Tickets are non-refundable. Get tickets for the New Dawn Summit

⌖ Paris · Station F, Paris

Hosted by Scaleway

ai-PULSE 2026 is a focused, one-day in-person AI conference taking place at Station F in Paris on October 13, 2026. This event brings together leaders, engineers and researchers to explore AI breakthroughs, cutting-edge research outcomes, and live product demonstrations. Organized by Scaleway, ai-PULSE serves as a hub for practitioners who design, deploy and scale AI–from cloud infrastructure users to AI-powered product teams. Attendees can expect a blend of keynote-style insights, technical talks and hands-on demonstrations that illuminate how AI research translates into real-world software and services. What to expect: - In-depth sessions on the latest AI breakthroughs and research directions, presented by leaders in academia and industry. - Live demonstrations of AI-powered products and solutions, highlighting practical use cases and implementation considerations. - Opportunities to network with peers—from engineers and data scientists to founders and product managers—across the European AI ecosystem. - A venue setting that emphasizes collaboration and discovery, leveraging Station F’s startup-centric environment in Paris. Why attend: - If you’re building AI-enabled software or exploring cloud-based AI infrastructure, ai-PULSE offers actionable takeaways on deployment, scalability and responsible AI practices. - The event showcases how AI innovations translate into tangible product value, making it relevant for developers, technical leads, and startup teams. - You’ll hear from and mingle with a diverse group of speakers and practitioners who are applying AI in real products and research projects. Past context and signals: The page indicates ai-PULSE returned to Station F on October 13, 2026, with Scaleway as organizer and a focus on AI breakthroughs, research and product demonstrations. The page also features a robust lineup of 2025 speakers, including prominent figures in AI and tech, illustrating the event’s scale and pedigree. While specifics of the 2026 speaker roster aren’t fully enumerated here, the pattern suggests a high-profile mix of researchers, executives and AI practitioners. Audience profile: - AI engineers, researchers and data scientists seeking to stay ahead of research trends. - Product and solutions architects looking for demonstrations of AI in production setups. - Startup founders and tech leads exploring AI-enabled business models and cloud infrastructure. - Investors and ecosystem players interested in Scaleway’s AI initiative

⌖ Berlin · Wilhelm Studios

Hosted by n8n

In The Loop 2026 brings automation builders and enterprise operators to Berlin on 13–14 October for two days of n8n talks, workshops and networking. Hosted at Wilhelm Studios in Berlin, this is n8n’s first conference in its hometown. The programme combines Partner Day on 13 October with Ecosystem Day on 14 October, creating a meeting point for people building AI-powered workflows and teams treating automation as core infrastructure. Two tracks, practical lessons The conference focuses on real challenges rather than abstract possibilities. The Building with n8n track is for people designing and shipping automations. Sessions will explore how to structure reusable systems, prepare for failure, investigate unexpected behaviour and keep workflows fast and affordable as usage grows. Attendees will also learn how to connect modern AI services with legacy systems while keeping probabilistic AI agents within deterministic rules and human oversight. Running n8n at scale is aimed at technical leaders, platform teams and operators responsible for business-critical automation. Topics include: - Tuning infrastructure as demand increases - Security, compliance and enterprise governance - Establishing policies that continue to work as more employees build - Managing changes without breaking production workflows - Using execution data to diagnose unexpected results - Developing the people and practices behind a sustainable automation programme Talks, workshops and community Confirmed sessions range from Jan Oberhauser’s opening keynote, “Our Vision for What’s Next,” to Sindhuja Jeyabal’s production-focused session on n8n Agents and the Vercel SDK. Romina Da Costa will explain how n8n manages 12,000 workflows, while Dana Harrison and Kevin Ng of TELUS will discuss building an automation culture.… Register for this event

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⌖ Manchester · Manchester Central

Hosted by Data Decoded

Data Decoded MCR returns to Manchester on 13-14 October 2026 as the definitive two-day data and AI festival for professionals ready to transform how they work with data. Whether you're a data leader shaping organisational strategy or a hands-on engineer building the infrastructure, this event delivers the technical depth, strategic insight, and practical solutions you need to thrive in 2026's rapidly evolving data landscape. Why Attend Data Decoded MCR? This isn't just another conference — it's where cutting-edge technology meets real-world business applications. The event addresses the full spectrum of modern data challenges across five dedicated content theatres covering everything from Agentic AI and Generative AI & LLM to Data Governance, DataOps, and the Modern Data Stack. You'll gain actionable strategies for implementing low-code/no-code solutions, mastering Data Engineering workflows, and developing robust AI Data & ML pipelines that drive measurable business outcomes. What You'll Experience Five Conference Theatres deliver targeted content streams: Keynote sessions on Leadership & Strategy, deep dives into AI Analytics & Intelligence, essential guidance on Data Governance Risk & Compliance, architectural insights on Data Platforms & Infrastructure, and hands-on expertise in Data Engineering Integration & Automation. With 150+ seminar sessions, you'll hear from practitioners who've navigated the same challenges you face — from building scalable data architectures to establishing effective Data Culture & Leadership practices. The exhibition floor connects you with global solution providers and innovative start-ups showcasing the latest in data platforms, governance tools, and AI technologies. Whether you're evaluating Supabase for your data backend, exploring n8n or Make for automation workflows, or implementing Airtable or Notion for low-code data management, you'll discover tools and services designed to solve your specific technical challenges. Small-group workshops offer intensive skill-building opportunities — perfect for data technicians (architects, engineers, analysts, scientists) wanting to deepen their technical capabilities or for operational influencers from IT, finance, marketing, and customer experience teams looking to leverage da