AI Founders Run — Riyadh

⌖ Riyadh · Fairmont Riyadh

Hosted by ServiceNow

ServiceNow is bringing its AI Summit to Riyadh on November 4, 2026 — a complimentary, full-day discovery event designed to transform how organizations understand and implement AI. Hosted at the Fairmont Riyadh, this summit addresses a critical challenge: while everyone is talking about AI, most organizations still struggle to put it to work effectively. This event bridges that gap by showing attendees how to apply AI to real business problems and leave with actionable strategies they can implement immediately. What You'll Experience The summit is structured around four core components designed to provide both strategic vision and practical implementation guidance. The Keynote Session features ServiceNow leadership unveiling groundbreaking plans and revealing how AI is fundamentally changing the platform's capabilities. You'll gain insights directly applicable to shaping your organization's AI journey, regardless of where you are in the process. The Innovation Showcase demonstrates how ServiceNow integrates with any cloud, any data source, any workflow, and any industry vertical. This hands-on exploration helps you understand how to apply the platform to your organization's toughest challenges, with real-world examples and live demonstrations. Breakout Sessions throughout the day feature industry experts and ServiceNow partners sharing best practices, inspiring success stories, and tactical advice. These sessions are designed for different experience levels — whether you're just beginning your AI journey or looking to optimize existing implementations. The summit also emphasizes community networking, providing structured opportunities to exchange ideas, tackle implementation questions, and learn from the collective intelligence of the ServiceNow community. These conversations often prove as valuable as the formal sessions. The AI Control Tower Concept A central theme of the summit is ServiceNow's position as an "AI control tower" — a unified platform that brings together all your AI capabilities, data sources, and workflows across your entire business. Rather than managing disconnected AI tools and pilots, you'll learn how one platform can orchestrate enterprise-wide AI transformation. This approach addresses the common challenge of AI fragmentation that prevents organizations from scaling their initiatives effectively. Who Should Attend This event is designed for decision-makers

⌖ Riyadh · Fairmont Riyadh (Fairmont Hotel, Riyadh)

Hosted by IDC

A closed-door AI sovereignty roundtable for senior CIOs, CTOs and IT leaders, taking place at Fairmont Riyadh on 16 November 2026. Hosted by IDC and AMD in Riyadh, this executive dinner explores how Saudi organisations can retain control over their AI infrastructure while meeting performance, governance and regulatory requirements. The discussion is grounded in IDC research, regional deployment models and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions. What to expect The evening combines two keynotes, a panel discussion and structured networking: - IDC keynote: Shahin Hashim, Associate Research Director (META), presents current data on sovereign AI infrastructure adoption in Saudi Arabia. - AMD keynote: Zaid Ghattas, General Manager – METAP, examines open, full-stack AI compute from silicon to software and the route to scale without proprietary lock-in. - Panel discussion: A practical look beyond data residency at what sovereignty requires from infrastructure and governance. - Dinner and networking: Conversation with fellow technology leaders follows the formal programme. Attendees will explore frameworks for evaluating open AI architectures, lessons from the HUMAIN sovereign AI model, and how to sequence infrastructure investment alongside Personal Data Protection Law and NCA requirements. Registration opens at 6:00pm, with sessions beginning at 6:30pm and dinner at 8:00pm. The venue is the Dammam Meeting Room, Mezzanine Floor, Fairmont Hotel Riyadh (map). Register for the IDC and AMD Dinner Roundtable

Sponsors: AMD

⌖ Riyadh · Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC)

Hosted by Saudi Makes Future

Saudi Makes Future brings a major AI expo, summit and innovation festival to Riyadh from 14–16 December 2026, connecting technology leaders across regions. Hosted at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC), this three-day event will bring the global artificial intelligence and digital innovation ecosystem to Riyadh. Born from the international WMF (We Make Future) event, Saudi Makes Future aims to create a technology bridge between Europe and the Middle East while supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions. What to expect Saudi Makes Future combines a large-scale exhibition with expert insights, startup showcases and business networking. The organisers expect more than 70,000 attendees from over 90 countries, alongside 300+ exhibitors, 100+ startup showcases and 100+ global speakers. Across the venue, attendees can explore emerging technologies, practical applications and investment opportunities spanning: - AI and advanced technologies - AI-driven startups, venture capital and open innovation - Robotics, sustainability and smart cities - FinTech, digital payments, blockchain and the digital economy - Cybersecurity, digital identity and digital trust - Creative technology, gaming, metaverse and MediaTech - EdTech, future skills and workforce transformation - Digital business, marketing and the future of work - Digital government and national services The programme is positioned around both strategic ideas and real-world innovation. International experts will share perspectives across AI, FinTech, robotics, smart cities and sustainability, while the exhibition gives technology companies and startups a platform to present new products and solutions. Who should attend? This is a broad industry festival rather than a narrowly focused technical workshop. It is designed for founders, investors, enterprise buyers, creators, technology professionals, government leaders and organisations exploring digital transformation. Startups can gain visibility and meet potential partners; investors and decision-makers can discover emerging companies; and practitioners can examine how AI is changing industries and public services.… Register for this event

⌖ New York

Hosted by IQT

IQT’s Quantum + AI 3.0 conference in New York City (October 25–27, 2026) brings together researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate leaders, investors, and policymakers to explore the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. This three-day, multi-track event showcases how quantum technologies can accelerate AI innovations and how AI can drive practical use of quantum hardware, with a strong emphasis on real-world impact across multiple industries. What to expect: - 3 days of talks, panels, and case studies with 80+ speakers from academia and industry - A broad program covering the quantum stack and AI applications, plus dedicated coverage of post-quantum cryptography through the PQC+IQT track on Oct 26 - Daily mentoring sessions to help attendees advance research, product ideas, or business development - An enhanced networking experience designed to connect researchers, startup founders, corporate executives, investors, and policymakers - An informal greeting & Meet event on Oct 25: New York Harbor Dinner Cruise, offering a relaxed setting to connect with peers while taking in the city views - A focus on tangible use cases across pharma, supply chain, defense, cryptography, finance, and other industries - A look at how quantum-enabled AI can unlock new capabilities and how AI strategies influence quantum research and deployment Why this matters: - IQT’s flagship Q+AI conference is a leading global gathering for the AI + quantum community, expanding each year with more exhibitors, speakers, and networking opportunities - Attendees will gain insight into both AI up, down, and around the quantum stack and how quantum computing can enable AI breakthroughs - The event includes a post-quantum cryptography focus, highlighting security considerations as quantum capabilities grow Audience and format: - Target audience includes researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate executives, investors, and policymakers - In-person conference with multiple tracks, plus dedicated mentoring and networking components - The program is designed to foster collaboration, partnerships, and practical knowledge transfer that attendees can apply in their own projects Key speakers and leadership: - Program coordinated by Bob Sutor and Brian Siegelwax, with a displayed roster including leaders such as Yonatan Cohen, Russ Fein, Isaiah Hull, Mike Jennings, Troy Jensen, and many others from academia, industry, and legal/venture backgrounds Logistics

⌖ Da Nang · Webe Coffee

Hosted by AI Fusion Labs Da Nang

Explore AI and deep learning projects with developers, data scientists and creatives at this informal weekly meetup in Da Nang. Hosted by Lya and AI Fusion Labs Da Nang, the session takes place at Webe Coffee on Sunday, 25 October 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm ICT. The venue is at 14–16 Nguyễn Hữu Thông, An Hải, Sơn Trà, Da Nang; view it on Google Maps. The gathering is designed for AI enthusiasts, developers, data scientists, hobbyists and creatives at any experience level. It offers a relaxed setting to: - Discuss current AI and deep learning trends - Share LLM, art and design projects - Swap practical lessons and project stories - Present demos or volunteer a short, hands-on AI tools workshop Bring a laptop if you would like to show what you are building. There is no fixed agenda published on the event page: weekly talk, demo and community-led AI news details are shared through the Telegram group. The meetup is free, with a suggested donation of 100k. It runs every Sunday, with the listing stating that the series continues until 18 February 2027. Learn more about the organiser at AI Fusion Labs. Register for this event

⌖ Frankfurt · Cafe Extrablatt Frankfurt Bockenheim

Hosted by AI Agenten Frankfurt - Practical AI for Everyday Life

Learn practical ways to use AI agents for everyday tasks over brunch in Frankfurt on Sunday, 25 October 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM CET. Hosted by AI Agenten Frankfurt – Practical AI for Everyday Life, this small-group meetup combines a relaxed breakfast buffet with approachable demonstrations of digital helpers you can use on your smartphone. Hosts Masood K. and kavya n. will focus on reducing common time drains such as: - Researching holidays and planning routes - Writing emails, letters and official forms - Finding recipes, creating meal plans and preparing shopping lists - Working through long texts or PDFs The session begins with brunch and introductions before moving into a discussion of everyday time-wasters and practical solutions. Attendees can then test some of the techniques live at the table, bring a phone or laptop if you would like to take part. No prior knowledge is required, and the emphasis is on useful daily-life applications rather than technical jargon. Attendance is capped at seven people, creating an intimate setting for questions and conversation. The event takes place at Cafe Extrablatt Frankfurt Bockenheim, Bockenheimer Landstraße 141. Everyone pays for their own food and drink. Register for the meetup