Events
Decoding the UN CSTD Working Group on Data Governance online series | Part 3
This online event, co-organised by Diplo, Open Knowledge Foundation (OFKN) and the Geneva Internet Platform, will discuss the progress made by the N Multi-Stakeholder Working Group on Data Governance at all levels as relevant for development so far, and prospects for its 2026 working cycle. Discussants will particularly explore: The Multi-Stakeholder Working Group on Data (See more)
African Union Summit 2026
The 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government convenes at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa to chart collective action on shared continental challenges, including economic development, climate resilience, peace and security, and institutional reform. While the Summit’s formal theme emphasises access to water and sustainable systems, digital (See more)
Munich Security Conference 2026
The 2026 edition of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) will take place 13–15 February 2026 in Munich, Germany. This annual international meeting focuses on security and foreign policy issues and it brings together government officials, military leaders, diplomats, representatives from international organisations, and experts from the private and academic sectors to discuss current challenges in (See more)
India AI Impact Summit 2026
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is a global convening on AI scheduled for 19–20 February 2026 in New Delhi, India. Hosted under the auspices of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Summit brings together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, civil society representatives, and international organisations to explore how AI can be developed (See more)
Masters of Digital 2026
Masters of Digital 2026 is scheduled for 26 February 2026 as a hybrid conference (in‑person in Brussels, Belgium and online). The 2026 edition is themed ‘Redesigning Europe’s Digital Power’, with discussions focused on leveraging AI to boost industrial competitiveness, strengthening digital security amid geopolitical fragmentation, and simplifying regulatory frameworks to unlock growth. Day 1 focuses (See more)
ICANN85
ICANN85 is a community forum organised by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), scheduled to take place from 7 to 12 March 2026 in Mumbai, India. The event will be held at the Jio World Convention Centre and will follow a hybrid format, allowing both in‑person and remote participation. The Community Forum (See more)
Global Fraud Summit 2026
The Global Fraud Summit 2026 is a ministerial-level international meeting convened by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in cooperation with the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), scheduled for 16–17 March 2026 at the Vienna International Centre in Austria. The Summit aims to provide a high-level platform for dialogue, cooperation, and collective (See more)
Blockchain Forum 2026
The Blockchain Forum 2026 will be held in Moscow on 14–15 April 2026, bringing together global leaders in Web3, crypto, blockchain, and mining across the rapidly developing CIS region. The event is expected to draw over 20,000 attendees, including founders, C-level executives, innovators, and investors. Participants at the two-day forum will gain access to expert (See more)
29th session of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD)
The 29th session of the Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) is scheduled to take place from 20 to 24 April 2026 at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. For its 29th session, the programme will address the priority theme of ‘Science, Technology and Innovation in the Age of Artificial Intelligence’, and (See more)
E-Gov’A 2026
E-Gov’A 2026, taking place from 14 to 16 May 2026 in Yaoundé, Cameroon, is the first edition of a pan-African event dedicated to e-governance and digital innovation in public services. The event is organised under the patronage of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications (Minpostel) and supported by the Smart Click Africa association and Digital (See more)
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