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⌖ Dublin · Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin

Hosted by Zyte

The Web Data Extract Summit 2026 brings data professionals and web scraping developers to Dublin for two days of expert insights, practical workshops and networking. Now in its eighth annual edition, Zyte’s in-person summit focuses on the tools, techniques and ideas shaping web data extraction. Taking place on 10–11 November 2026, it offers a dedicated environment in which attendees can build their extraction skills, learn from industry experts and meet others working with web data. What to expect The programme combines knowledge-sharing with practical participation. Across the two days, attendees can expect: - Insights into current developments in web data extraction - Hands-on workshops designed to strengthen practical skills - Expert perspectives on extracting valuable information from the web - Opportunities to discover the latest extraction tools and techniques - Networking with data professionals and web scraping developers Rather than approaching web data as a broad, general technology topic, the summit concentrates specifically on extraction. That focused format makes it a useful meeting point for people who want to compare approaches, expand their technical knowledge and discuss the challenges involved in turning online information into usable data. Who should attend? The summit is designed for data professionals, web scraping developers and anyone looking to improve their web data extraction capabilities. Both established practitioners and those at the beginning of their journey are welcome. Experienced attendees can use the event to explore new techniques and exchange ideas with peers, while newcomers will have opportunities to learn directly from specialists and take part in practical sessions. Venue and schedule This is an in-person, two-day event running from 8am to 4pm on Tuesday 10 November and Wednesday 11 November 2026. It will be held at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin, on Golden Lane, Dublin 8. The central format gives attendees time for both structured learning and face-to-face networking.… Register for this event

⌖ 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

⌖ Santiago · Hotel Mandarin

Hosted by Red Hat

Red Hat Summit: Connect Santiago 2026 explores how enterprises can adopt AI while retaining control of their data, infrastructure and technology strategy. Taking place on 27 October 2026 at Hotel Mandarin in Santiago, this Red Hat conference is designed for technology leaders and enterprise IT professionals working through the practical complexities of artificial intelligence adoption. It will be particularly relevant to teams operating at scale or within regulated industries, where governance, security and control cannot be treated as afterthoughts. What to expect The programme examines enterprise AI through an open-source lens, focusing on how organisations can pursue innovation without surrendering control of their underlying systems. The published themes include: - Data sovereignty and the enterprise AI challenge, considering the relationship between AI strategy, organisational data and infrastructure control. - Industry-specific applications, exploring AI in the context of real operational requirements rather than as a one-size-fits-all technology. - The open-source approach to enterprise AI, looking at how open technologies can support enterprise adoption and long-term flexibility. This is more than a high-level strategy conference. According to Red Hat, Summit: Connect offers access to technology experts alongside hands-on learning opportunities with Red Hat solutions. Attendees will also have options to meet Red Hat partners and exchange ideas with peers facing similar implementation questions. Who should attend? The event is aimed at technology decision-makers, enterprise architects, infrastructure and platform teams, cybersecurity professionals, and IT leaders responsible for introducing AI into complex organisations. It should also be useful for practitioners assessing how data sovereignty and industry constraints affect architecture choices. View the event and registration details

⌖ Ho Chi Minh City · Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Hosted by rockbird media

retailX Ho Chi Minh 2026 is an all-day conference on AI, omnichannel retail and digital commerce, taking place on 27 October in Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam’s retail and e-commerce market is evolving rapidly as digital adoption, changing consumer behaviour and investment in modern retail technology reshape how brands attract and serve customers. Presented by rockbird media, retailX Ho Chi Minh 2026 will bring senior retail leaders, e-commerce professionals, brand executives and technology innovators together to examine the strategies driving this transformation. The in-person conference runs from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026 at the Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel, 88 Đường Đồng Khởi, Ho Chi Minh City. What to expect Across keynote presentations, executive panels, interactive roundtables and real-world case studies, attendees will explore how retailers can use technology and customer insight to build sustainable growth. The programme focuses on: - AI-powered retail and emerging commerce technologies - Omnichannel and digital commerce strategies - Digital transformation within retail organisations - Customer engagement and experience innovation - Data-driven approaches to the changing consumer landscape - Emerging retail and consumer trends in Vietnam The emphasis is on practical insight rather than theory. Attendees can learn directly from leading Vietnamese retail and e-commerce executives, hear how organisations are responding to market change and examine examples drawn from real business activity. Business connections Networking is a central part of the eight-hour format. Alongside the conference sessions, retailX offers curated networking opportunities and one-to-one business meetings. These are designed to help attendees meet senior retail and technology decision-makers, connect with relevant solution providers and discuss potential commercial partnerships in a focused setting. View the event and registration details

◎ Online

Hosted by Ireland Startup: Idea to IPO

Build and deploy an AI research agent in this three-hour online workshop on 27 October 2026, focused on faster company and competitor research. Rather than manually piecing together reviews, company news, hiring activity and market signals, you’ll customise an existing competitive-intelligence agent and turn scattered public data into structured findings. During the hands-on session, you will: - Clone a working agent from GitHub - Connect custom sources such as RSS feeds and open APIs - Test the agent live against a real company or competitor - Deploy a reusable agent designed to run 100+ research queries The same agent supports two practical workflows: Job Seeker Mode, for investigating growth, leadership, hiring and potential red flags before applying or accepting an offer; and Competitive Mode, for tracking competitors, market gaps, recruitment trends and strategic moves. Who it’s for This is not an introductory “how to use AI” tutorial. Attendees should already be comfortable asking questions and iterating with Claude. Bring a laptop and browser. Optional 10-minute pre-work covers cloning the repository, configuring an API key and checking that it runs; otherwise, setup will happen during the first 20 minutes. The ticket costs $17–27 and includes materials plus a post-work recap covering iteration, advanced techniques and troubleshooting. Meetup members receive 25% off with code MEETUP. Ethical guardrails and privacy boundaries are included. This online event is organised by Albert’s List, hosted by Albert and promoted by Ireland Startup: Idea to IPO. It is open worldwide. Meetup displays the session at 2:30 AM on Tuesday, 27 October 2026; no timezone is stated on the page. Register for this event

◎ Online

Hosted by Generative AI Zone

Explore how vibe coding can help organisations build new AI systems quickly and redesign work, not simply automate existing processes, in this free online webinar. Hosted by Alex Dowdalls for Generative AI Zone, the session takes place on 27 October 2026, from 11:30am to 12:30pm UTC. It forms part of the organiser’s informal monthly webinar series covering generative AI, new developments in the field and what it means to become AI-native. What to expect A consultant will provide an update, demonstrate the technology and answer attendee questions. October’s theme, Vibe Coding & Process Redesign, will examine: - What becomes possible when AI goes beyond automating existing workflows - How vibe coding enables teams to build new systems rapidly - How organisations can use AI to rethink the way work gets done The event is suited to professionals, consultants and organisational teams interested in practical generative AI applications. No specific experience level or technical prerequisites are stated. This is an online event hosted through Microsoft Teams. Attendees can register for access to the Teams link. View the event and register on Meetup