Data Science Coffee Club

⌖ Edinburgh · ICMS, Bayes Centre

Hosted by Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), International Centre for Mathematical Sciences (ICMS), London Mathematical Society (LMS), Big Ideas

BHOM26 is a free hybrid conference celebrating Black excellence in mathematics, taking place on 7–8 October 2026 at the Bayes Centre in Edinburgh and online. Held during Black History Month, the Black Heroes of Mathematics Conference 2026 will bring together mathematicians, educators, students and advocates from around the world. Across two days, attendees will hear powerful personal stories, discover mathematical research with real-world impact and explore emerging questions around artificial intelligence, mathematical modelling and large language models (LLMs). Talks and themes The programme combines research presentations with reflections on careers and representation in mathematics. Announced sessions include: - Jason Anquandah , More Than Numbers - Herbert Daly , Models, Methods and Misunderstandings - Justine Nasejje , Survival Analysis to Artificial Intelligence: A Mathematical Journey Towards Better Health in Africa - Oluwaseun Olushola , Population dynamics for a Daphnia-based biofiltration technology - Nira Chamberlain , Mathematical Modelling and The Rise of LLMs - Nneka Umeorah , Becoming a Mathematics Researcher: My Journey Through Finance, AI, and Networks - Imoleayomide Ajayi , a session exploring Chamberlain’s Law and AI fairness The African Gifted Foundation and speaker Kofi Jackson also feature in the programme. Alongside the talks, the in-person schedule includes lunch and registration, refreshment breaks and a reception at the end of the first day, creating space to meet fellow attendees and continue the discussion. A conference and youth festival BHOM26 stands out by pairing its global conference with a new Black Heroes of Mathematics Youth Festival. Delivered virtually for UK schools, the festival will give young people access to inspiring mathematical role models, interactive sessions and stories celebrating Black achievement. Schools interested in participating can contact maths@big-ideas.org.… Register for this event

⌖ Edinburgh · Bayes Centre

Hosted by The Data Lab

Discover what it takes to move healthcare AI beyond pilots and into safe clinical practice at this in-person Data & AI Meetup in Edinburgh. Proving that an AI system works is only the beginning. On Thursday 8 October 2026, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, The Data Lab will bring together industry, NHS and academic perspectives at the Bayes Centre to examine the difficult transition from successful trial to routine clinical use. Moving beyond the pilot stage Healthcare is seeing rapid growth in AI trials and pilot programmes, but clinical adoption introduces a different set of demands. This panel-led meetup will explore the practical conditions needed to deploy AI safely, effectively and responsibly across healthcare and the NHS. Discussion will cover: - The evidence required to take promising AI projects forward - How AI fits into established clinical workflows - Building trust among clinicians, healthcare organisations and other stakeholders - Regulation and the requirements for responsible adoption - Why apparently successful pilots can stall before reaching clinical practice - What may need to change to help effective technologies progress Rather than focusing only on technical performance, the session looks at the wider organisational, clinical and regulatory realities that determine whether healthcare AI can deliver value in practice. Speakers and perspectives The announced panel includes: - Ivona Vickovic, Senior Technical Manager at Canon Medical Europe - Dr Andrew Keen, Clinical Director for Innovation at NHS Grampian - One further speaker to be confirmed Their experience will contribute industry and NHS viewpoints, with the wider meetup designed to incorporate perspectives from academic research as well. Attendees can expect a grounded discussion of both the factors that enable adoption and the barriers that hold projects back. View the event and registration details

⌖ Edinburgh · The Slug and Lettuce George Street

Hosted by ⭐ Edinburgh Tech Network (ETN) ⭐

Meet Edinburgh’s tech community over informal drinks on Wednesday 14 October 2026, from 7–10pm BST, at The Slug and Lettuce George Street. Hosted by Edinburgh Tech Network and OkGather, this relaxed networking evening is built around useful conversations rather than presentations. There are no PowerPoints, speeches, structured introductions or organised activities: simply grab a drink, find the Edinburgh Tech Network table and meet people working across Edinburgh’s technology scene. The gathering is aimed at: - Software engineers and developers - Product managers - Data and AI professionals - Designers and UX practitioners - Startup founders and operators - People building products, projects or careers in tech Attendees can exchange ideas, learn from peers and make connections that may lead to collaborations or career opportunities. The event is generally self-hosted, with no designated host leading the evening; venue staff will direct you to the group’s reserved table. Venue: The Slug and Lettuce George Street, 113–115 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4JN. Places are limited. Attendance requires an OkGather membership, priced at £2.99 per month. Members can show their OkGather profile at the bar to receive 20% off food and drinks. RSVP for the event on Meetup

⌖ Bangkok · Hotel Nikko Bangkok

The MarTech Summit Bangkok brings 300+ senior marketing, digital and CX leaders to Hotel Nikko Bangkok on 6 October 2026 for a full day of MarTech strategy, AI insights and high-value networking. Now in its fifth flagship edition, the summit focuses on scaling marketing impact, sharpening strategy and using technology to create better customer experiences. Rather than delivering broad introductory content, it is designed as a closed-door, curation-first gathering where senior decision-makers can discuss practical challenges, compare approaches and form relevant business connections. Four themes shaping marketing in 2026 The full agenda is organised around four areas: - Future Trends & Consumer Evolution , understanding changing customer expectations and the forces reshaping modern marketing - Insights & Personalisation , turning customer and business data into more relevant experiences - Technology & AI in Marketing , exploring how AI, automation and emerging MarTech capabilities can support marketing strategy - Brand & Creative , examining the relationship between technology, creativity and brand-building Sessions feature senior leaders from regional and global organisations including Agoda, UOB Thailand, Adobe, True Corporation, Lotus’s, Mastercard and Krungthai Bank. The emphasis is on real-world strategy rather than theory, with contributors sharing practical experience from established brands and businesses. A full day of discussion and connection Attendees can expect a varied conference format featuring case studies, panel discussions, fireside chats and one-to-one meetings. Networking runs throughout the day, beginning with morning registration and continuing through to an evening drinks reception. This structure gives participants multiple ways to exchange ideas, discover potential partners and hold more focused conversations outside the main sessions.… Register for this event

⌖ Amsterdam · TBA

Hosted by SourceHive

Explore how to build fast, secure AI systems powered by real-time data at this World Summit AI side event in Amsterdam. Taking place on Tuesday 6 October 2026, from 10:00 to 12:00 GMT+2, Intelligence in Motion brings SourceHive to Europe for the first time. The session tackles a pressing technical and organisational question: how can teams develop intelligent systems at speed without losing control of the data behind them? Affiliated with World Summit AI Amsterdam 2026, this two-hour event combines candid panel discussion, a live technical demonstration and audience-led conversation. The Amsterdam venue is still to be announced. What to expect The programme begins with a 30-minute, fast-moving panel debate examining secure, real-time data intelligence from three distinct perspectives: - The Visionary will unpack the architecture behind real-time data intelligence and explain why security should be designed into a system from day one rather than added later. - The Practitioner will address operational realities including data leakage, compliance pressure and the cost of getting AI governance wrong. - The Ecosystem Connector will connect current technical work with the direction the wider industry needs to take. Speaker profiles for the full panel are due to be announced. Following the debate, Hood Khizer, Chief Science Officer at AHOY Technology, will lead a live, on-stage demonstration showing how secure data intelligence moves from an abstract concept to a working system in real time. The final part of the session opens the floor to attendees. Rather than limiting participation to a short, formal Q&A, the organisers want the room to challenge assumptions, raise difficult questions and share what is happening inside their own projects and organisations. Who should attend? This event is designed for people already working deep within AI and data architecture as well as those beginning to navigate real-time data systems. It will be particularly relevant to developers, architects, technical leaders, AI practitioners, governance and compliance professionals, founders, creators and technologists interested in building responsible intelligent products.… Register for this event

⌖ Brighton · Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront

Hosted by Datacove

EARL 2026 brings three days of practical R, Python and AI/ML insight to Brighton, helping organisations turn advanced data capabilities into real-world impact. Running 6–8 October 2026, from 09:00 to 17:00 each day, this cross-sector international Data Intelligence conference explores how organisations are transforming decision-making, products and services through data. It takes place at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront, a seafront venue near Brighton Pier and The Lanes in Brighton. What to expect EARL stands for Enterprise Applications of the R and Python Language. While the conference retains its strong roots in the R and Python communities, its 2026 programme broadens the conversation to reflect the fast-changing data intelligence landscape. Abstracts span R, Python, SQL, Rust and modern AI/ML tooling, with a consistent emphasis on practical applications and commercial impact. Across the three-day programme, attendees can expect: - Presentations demonstrating data intelligence in practice - Workshops covering relevant methods, platforms and techniques - Keynotes addressing developments across data, analytics and technology - Sessions focused on R, Python, analytics and AI/ML tooling - Dedicated opportunities to meet practitioners, technology leaders and data-driven organisations The complete agenda and speaker line-up are still to be announced, making this an early opportunity to secure a place before the detailed programme is published. Who should attend? The conference is designed for a broad professional audience, from members of the R and Python communities and hands-on data practitioners to senior data and technology leaders. It will also be relevant to organisations already applying data-driven innovation,or seeking practical examples of how advanced analytics and AI can improve decisions, services and products. Its cross-sector and international focus should make EARL particularly valuable for attendees who want to compare approaches beyond their own industry, discover how different teams are deploying modern data capabilities, and build relationships across the wider analytics community. Tickets and venue… Register for this event