Agents of Concurrency

⌖ Dublin · Royal Dublin Society (RDS)

Hosted by Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment (DETE)

Ireland's International AI Summit 2026 marks the official launch of European AI Innovation Month, positioning Dublin at the heart of Europe's AI conversation. Hosted by Ireland's Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment during the country's EU Presidency, this flagship event brings together EU and global leaders, heads of government, CEOs, investors, innovators and academics at the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) on 14th October 2026. What Makes This Summit Essential Under the theme Harnessing AI to Revolutionise Europe's Competitiveness, the summit serves as a high-level platform for strategic dialogue on AI's future application across Europe and globally. Ireland's unique position as the EU headquarters for sixteen of the world's top twenty global technology companies and eight leading foundational AI model providers makes it an ideal setting for this critical conversation about Europe's technological sovereignty and competitive future. Programme Structure The full-day summit combines multiple engagement formats designed to explore AI from policy, economic and technological perspectives. Ministerial addresses and keynote speeches from global leaders will establish the strategic context, with confirmed keynote speaker EU Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen addressing technological sovereignty, security and democracy. These high-level addresses are complemented by panel discussions and fireside chats examining: - Competitiveness and innovation in the European AI landscape - Trustworthy AI development and deployment - Digital infrastructure requirements for AI advancement - Investment strategies and funding mechanisms - Skills and talent development for the AI economy Sector Deep Dives and Practical Applications Beyond strategic policy discussion, the summit includes European-focused sector deep dives examining AI opportunities across key areas of economy and society. These sessions highlight practical examples of AI adoption and collaboration, showcasing how businesses, public services and research institutions deploy AI solutions to improve productivity, deliver innovative services and address complex societal challenges. An Innovation Spotlight Exhibition will provide enterprises the opportunity to demonstrate cutting-edge AI applications and solutions, with expressions of

⌖ Dublin

Hosted by European Commission / University College Dublin / Taighde Éireann-Research Ireland

AIS26 brings scientists, policymakers, industry innovators and investors to Dublin on 15–16 October 2026 to shape responsible AI in scientific discovery. Advancing AI and science together The AI in Science Summit 2026 (AIS26) is a two-day flagship conference of the European Commission focused on building a responsible, robust and distinctively European approach to deploying artificial intelligence in scientific research. Taking place in Dublin, the summit creates a forum for discussing how AI can accelerate discovery while supporting an ecosystem in which science and AI advance together. AIS26 is coordinated by University College Dublin and Taighde Éireann–Research Ireland in association with Ireland’s EU Presidency Programme. It also forms part of the European AI Innovation Month, giving attendees an opportunity to contribute to wider conversations about Europe’s research direction and initiatives such as RAISE. What to expect The event is described as both a conference and workshop, with a programme set to include: - Plenary talks examining AI’s role in scientific discovery - Thematic sessions covering research, policy and innovation - Discussion of responsible and robust AI deployment - Opportunities for AI researchers to share state-of-the-art methodologies - Additional activities to be confirmed with the full programme The European Laboratory for Learning and Intelligent Systems will co-curate the Science for AI track. This strand will focus on the fundamental advances in machine learning and artificial intelligence expected to shape the next generation of AI systems. Who should attend? AIS26 is designed for researchers working in AI and related scientific fields, as well as policymakers, industry innovators and investors interested in the future of AI-enabled research. For researchers in particular, it offers a setting to collaborate with peers, present and exchange advanced methodologies, and help shape Europe’s future research priorities. No individual speakers or detailed session timings have yet been announced. The organisers will publish the complete programme,including plenaries, thematic sessions and other activities,in the coming weeks.… Register for this event

Sponsors: European Commission · Taighde Éireann-Research Ireland

⌖ Dublin · Baseline

Hosted by DesignBrew

Explore how AI is reshaping design work and careers at DesignBrew’s fireside chat in Dublin on 17 October 2026. AI tools are evolving quickly, but separating practical value from hype can be difficult. Hosted by DesignBrew, this four-hour event offers an unscripted, transparent discussion about how AI is changing designers’ day-to-day work, required skills and career decisions. Rather than making broad predictions, the panel will share first-hand experiences of what has, and has not, worked while adapting their own careers around AI. The session is designed for designers at every stage, from people beginning their careers to established practitioners considering their next move. It will be particularly useful if you have questions about skill gaps, career pivots, choosing worthwhile learning resources or making sense of the expanding AI tool landscape. What to expect The afternoon combines a fireside-style panel, audience participation, an open career Q&A and informal networking. An open seat on the panel gives attendees the opportunity to help shape the discussion directly, making this more participatory than a conventional sequence of talks. You can expect to: - Hear candid stories about how designers are responding to AI in their work and careers - Learn from approaches that succeeded as well as those that did not - Raise your own questions during the interactive panel and open Q&A - Discuss career changes, skill gaps and practical next steps without generic advice - Leave with a concise list of tools and courses that people working in the industry genuinely recommend - Meet other members of the design community over coffee and light refreshments Schedule - 3:00 PM: Doors open and coffee - 3:30 PM: Introduction and welcome - 4:00 PM: Main panel, AI’s impact on design - 4:45 PM: Interactive panel - 5:30 PM: Coffee break - 5:45 PM: Open career and AI Q&A - 6:30 PM: Closing and community networking The event takes place from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at Baseline, 61 Thomas Street, 3rd Floor, Dublin 8. Baseline is on the third floor; attendees with accessibility requirements should contact the organiser in advance so lift access can be confirmed and suitable arrangements made. View the event and registration details

⌖ 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