AI Summit: A Retrospective

⌖ Dublin · Croke Park

Hosted by Business Post

Ireland’s Economic Outlook Forum returns to Croke Park, Dublin, on 5 November 2026 for high-level debate on AI, investment and national competitiveness. Organised by Business Post, this annual summit brings together 400 influential business leaders, policymakers and senior economists to examine the forces shaping Ireland’s economy. Scheduled immediately after the national Budget announcement, the forum is designed to turn fiscal developments and macroeconomic signals into useful context for corporate planning, investment and long-term strategy. Economic strategy in the age of AI Advanced technology and AI form a central lens for the day, with discussions moving beyond experimentation to consider implementation, commercial scalability and national productivity. The wider programme will explore: - Technology and AI: practical adoption, scalable commercial applications and their contribution to productivity - Ireland and the EU Presidency: how the country can help shape the European agenda - Trade and tariffs: Ireland’s economic positioning amid changing international conditions - Infrastructure: building the foundations required for economic resilience - Energy and defence: security, data-centre capacity and the commercial realities of the green transition - Capital markets, corporate tax and FDI: strategic issues affecting investment and growth Speakers and perspectives Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe will place Budget 2026 in context through the themes of national competitiveness and strategic investment. Business Post Editor Daniel McConnell is also among the highlighted speakers, while Denis O’Brien will contribute to a session focused on “The Ireland of Tomorrow.” Together, these perspectives connect immediate policy decisions with the longer-term transformation of Ireland’s economy. This is a conference-style forum built around keynote contributions and strategic discussion rather than a technical workshop. It is particularly relevant to senior executives, founders, investors, economists, advisers, policymakers and technology leaders who need a clearer view of Ireland’s fiscal direction and the role AI and innovation could play in future growth. Grant Thornton is listed as the event partner. Venue and access… Register for this event

Sponsors: Grant Thornton

⌖ Dublin · Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Hosted by Fruition Group Limited

A candid, interactive look at how AI is changing hiring, talent acquisition and HR, taking place in central Dublin on 5 November 2026. Rather than asking attendees to simply watch experts talk about AI, Above the Noise: AI, Hiring and What Actually Matters creates space for the talent community to discuss what the technology means in practice. Hosted by Fruition Ireland as part of Sourcing & Social, the evening combines a drinks reception, an interactive panel and small-group conversations with fellow HR and recruitment professionals. The event runs from 5pm to 8pm GMT on Thursday, 5 November, at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 118 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2. The setting is the college’s rooftop terrace in Dublin city centre. A conversation shaped by the room Fruition Ireland’s Country Director, Stephen Daly, will host the discussion. The format will move between questions for the panel and facilitated conversations at tables of eight to ten people. This gives attendees the opportunity to compare perspectives, raise questions and hear how peers across the industry are thinking and feeling about AI. The focus is deliberately practical and open. Instead of presenting a one-way expert narrative, the session aims to represent a genuine cross-section of the community’s views on the rise of AI and its consequences for hiring. Relevant themes include: - What AI actually means for Talent and HR teams - How people working in sourcing and talent acquisition are responding - The questions and concerns that may be missing from mainstream AI discussions - Which changes matter most to people working across the industry Who should attend? This event is designed for people working in Talent, HR, recruitment, sourcing and talent acquisition, as well as those interested in the relationship between AI and hiring. Its discussion-led format should suit attendees who want an honest peer conversation rather than a technical workshop or a conventional sequence of presentations. No specific technical experience is stated or required. View the event and registration details

⌖ Dublin · Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin

Hosted by AI Ireland

AI Awards 2026 brings Ireland’s AI community to Dublin on 17 November for awards, expert discussions and networking. Hosted by AI Ireland, this eighth annual event celebrates the people, teams and practical applications advancing artificial intelligence across Ireland. The in-person, half-day programme takes place at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel on Golden Lane, running from 8:30am to 2pm. Registration opens at 8:30am, with the main event beginning at 9:30am. More than an awards ceremony, the event offers a focused setting in which to meet industry leaders, researchers, founders, judges, finalists and fellow AI practitioners. Tickets include access to the ceremony and panel discussions, networking, tea and coffee with light refreshments on arrival, and lunch following the ceremony. Celebrating AI excellence The awards span 15 categories, highlighting both technical innovation and meaningful real-world impact. Areas recognised include: - Responsible AI and ethics - Agentic AI innovation - AI for social good, sustainability and healthcare - Applications in startups, SMEs and large enterprises - Public-sector and cybersecurity projects - Consumer and customer service applications - Student projects and emerging talent - AI Person of the Year, Women in AI Ambassador and Young AI Role Model Attendees can expect conversations about emerging ideas, current AI trends and applications already changing technology, business and society. The event is particularly relevant to data scientists, AI teams, researchers, practitioners, technology CEOs, business leaders, award nominees and finalists. It is also open to professionals and enthusiasts who want a closer view of Ireland’s growing AI ecosystem. Partners and practical details Microsoft Ireland is the principal sponsor, with support from Accenture, Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, Dublin City Council, Meta, Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet and Alldus. Guinness Enterprise Centre and Furthr participate as partners. View the event and registration details

Sponsors: Microsoft Ireland · Accenture +8

⌖ Dublin · Clayton Hotel Charlemont

Hosted by Snowflake User Group Ireland Meetup

Explore seven strategic Snowflake AI and semantic-layer practices in Dublin on 17 November 2026, with expert guidance from consultant Dan Galavan. Hosted by the Snowflake User Group Ireland Meetup, this in-person session examines why agentic AI is driving renewed interest in semantic layers, and how organisations can position them within a broader Data & AI strategy. What you’ll learn Dan Galavan will cover: - The origins and resurgence of semantic layers - AI-augmented design and the “human in the agent loop” - Data and AI quality assurance on Snowflake - The importance of data modelling skills - Snowflake and Apache Ossie - Semantic-layer and agentic AI governance - FinOps, Horizon Catalog, observability and auditability Attendees will leave with practical context for positioning Snowflake semantic layers in solution delivery and governing their use by AI agents. The session is particularly relevant to data architects, data-management professionals, AI practitioners and technology leaders shaping enterprise Data & AI strategy. Speaker Dan Galavan is an independent Data Management & Governance Consultant with 27 years of international experience. He is a Snowflake SnowPro Advanced Architect and a long-standing member of Snowflake’s Platform DSH Program. Schedule and location - 6:00pm: Food and networking - 6:30pm: Presentation begins - Event hours: 6:00–9:00pm GMT - Venue: Clayton Hotel Charlemont, Charlemont Street, Saint Kevin’s, Dublin, D02 H9C1 Register for this event on Meetup.

⌖ Barcelona · Auditori l'Illa

Hosted by The AI Conf

The AI Conference 2026 returns to Barcelona on November 3–4, 2026, bringing together 300+ practitioners, engineers, and product leaders building AI-first systems at scale. This isn't a conference about AI hype — it's about production-ready strategies from teams already shipping intelligent products. Hosted at Auditori l'Illa, this two-day event features 16 expert talks delivered across a single track, ensuring every attendee experiences the full depth of content without missing critical sessions. The program focuses on applied AI and LLMs, with real-world playbooks covering how teams design AI-first experiences, evaluate and iterate on prompts, build data and evaluation pipelines, and maintain safe, fast, and reliable systems at enterprise scale. What You'll Learn The conference spans the complete AI development lifecycle across eleven core tracks: - Machine Learning & Deep Learning — foundational ML/DL for classification, forecasting, and stable deployment strategies - Generative AI and LLMs — building safe, reliable systems that create, synthesize, and reason across vast datasets beyond basic API calls - Data Strategy for AI — making data quality, architecture, and lineage strategic assets that enable AI success - AI Infrastructure & MLOps — bridging POCs and enterprise-grade systems with model CI/CD, GPU optimization, and monitoring - AI-Powered Search & Information Retrieval — implementing semantic search, RAG systems, vector databases, and grounded generative outputs - Agentic AI and Multi-Agent Systems — deploying autonomous agents that plan, execute, and collaborate with minimal intervention - Robotics and Embodied AI — handling real-time control, safety protocols, and fleet management for physical world interactions - Computer Vision and Perception — optimizing models for edge devices and automating manual inspection tasks - AI Ethics, Governance, and Regulation — building compliant systems aligned with EU AI Act requirements - AI and Quantum Computing — exploring hybrid architectures and quantum-inspired optimization solutions - AI in Social Impact — addressing global challenges in health, climate, and education with high-value applications Event Format Each day delivers 8 talks from industry experts, sponsor-led sessions in dedicated rooms, and structured networking opportunities. Day 1 includes morning coffee breaks, networking breakfast, a

Sponsors: Codurance · LIDR.co +1

⌖ Barcelona

The AI Conf is a two-day artificial intelligence conference taking place in Barcelona, Spain, on 3–4 November 2026. About the conference The AI Conf provides a dedicated event for exploring artificial intelligence in Barcelona. Running across two consecutive days, it offers attendees the opportunity to set aside focused time for the subject rather than trying to cover AI within a broader, general-purpose technology event. The published listing currently confirms the event’s title, location and dates. It does not yet provide a detailed agenda, speaker line-up or breakdown of conference sessions. Specific topics, activities and session formats have therefore not been announced on the available event page. Prospective attendees should check the registration page for future programme updates before making plans. Who should consider attending? No formal audience profile or experience requirements are currently stated. The conference may be relevant to people tracking developments in artificial intelligence, but the listing does not specify whether its programme will be aimed at beginners, experienced practitioners, business leaders, developers, researchers or another particular group. Likewise, there is no published information yet about prerequisites, required software or advance preparation. If you are deciding whether the event matches your background, look for forthcoming announcements covering session levels and intended audiences. Event details - Event: The AI Conf - Dates: Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 November 2026 - City: Barcelona, Spain - Theme: Artificial intelligence - Duration: Two days A specific Barcelona venue, daily schedule, ticket options, accessibility information and organiser details are not included in the available listing. The page also does not confirm whether the programme will feature talks, panels, workshops, demonstrations or structured networking. These practical details will be important for anyone arranging travel or accommodation, so review the source page for the latest information as the conference approaches. With the event scheduled for November 2026, there is time for further programme information to be released. Save the dates now and use the official listing to monitor registration and event updates. Register for The AI Conf