SlushLocation: Helsinki, FinlandDate: November 18–19, 2026Slush combines Nordic efficiency with global ambition. Aimed at founders and investors, the event is known for its ultra-curated networking and intimate atmosphere despite its 12,000+ participants. With startup-investor matchmaking and deep-dive sessions, Slush is a premier destination in Europe.Viva TechnologyLocation: Paris, FranceDate: June 17-20, 2026VivaTech brings together startups, corporates, and investors in one of the largest innovation summits in Europe. The event features dedicated startup zones, large-scale corporate pavilions, and partnerships with global brands like LVMH and Orange.MWC Barcelona (Mobile World Congress)Location: Barcelona, SpainDate: March 2–5, 2026MWC Barcelona is the world’s largest mobile industry exhibition, attracting telecom giants, tech startups, and enterprise innovators. The event focuses on 5G, IoT, AI, and digital infrastructure, with startup exposure happening primarily through the 4YFN platform. It’s a key event for founders operating at the intersection of mobile and emerging tech.4YFN – Part of Mobile World CongressLocation: Barcelona, SpainDate: March 2-5, 20264YFN is the startup event of the Mobile World Congress (MWC), focusing on innovation in the mobile industry. The 2025 edition will feature over 1,000 startups and exhibitors, 375+ speakers, and 350+ startup pitches. The event covers various programs, including Digital Health, Green Tech, Fintech, and more, offering networking opportunities and exposure to investors.Gitex GlobalLocation: Dubai, UAEDate: December 8–11, 2026As the largest technology show in the Middle East, Gitex brings together startups, corporates, governments, and VCs from 170+ countries. The event features a massive exhibition space and tracks on AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and more—making it a launchpad for global growth.TechBBQ Location: Copenhagen, DenmarkDate: August 26–27, 2026TechBBQ is a prominent technology and startup summit in Scandinavia, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The event brings together startups, investors, and industry leaders to discuss emerging trends, share knowledge, and explore collaboration opportunities. Attendees can expect keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking sessions aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem in the Nordic region.Web SummitLocation: Lisbon, PortugalDate: November 9–12, 2025Web Summit is one of the largest and most influential tech events globally, attracting over 70,000 attendees from startups, investors, media, and global tech giants. With hundreds of speakers, an expansive startup exhibition, and tracks on everything from AI to sustainability, Web Summit is a key destination for anyone in the innovation economy.GITEX EuropeLocation: Berlin, GermanyDate: June 30–July 1, 2026GITEX Europe is the European edition of one of the world’s largest tech and innovation exhibitions, debuting in Berlin as a platform for startups, investors, enterprises, and policymakers. The event covers frontier technologies including AI, cybersecurity, climate tech, and digital infrastructure. With a strong focus on cross-border collaboration and market access, GITEX Europe offers startups exposure to global buyers, corporate partners, and venture capital in the heart of the EU’s innovation landscape.Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH)Location: SingaporeDate: October 29 – 31, 2026SWITCH is Southeast Asia’s flagship innovation and deep tech festival, bringing together startups, corporates, investors, and policymakers from around the world. The event features a dynamic mix of exhibitions, pitch stages, global market access programs, and deep tech showcases in fields like health, sustainability, and AI. With strong government backing and ties to Singapore’s startup ecosystem, SWITCH is a key gateway into the Asia-Pacific innovation landscape.London Tech WeekLocation: London, United KingdomDate: June 8–12, 2026London Tech Week is a city-wide celebration of innovation, bringing together tech founders, corporates, governments, and investors. With flagship summits on AI, climate tech, and enterprise transformation, the event showcases the UK’s digital leadership and provides valuable networking across all verticals of the tech ecosystem.sTARTUp DayLocation: Tartu, EstoniaDate: January 28-30, 2026sTARTUp Day is a business festival that brings together startups, investors, corporates, and students in Tartu, Estonia. The event features a stage program, matchmaking sessions, seminars, a demo area, and side events. The 2025 edition included over 30 side events on January 29, followed by two main festival days on January 30–31, focusing on early-stage startups and DeepTech. Topics covered included fundraising, pitching, sales, mental health, defense, and more. The event attracted over 3,000 participants from more than 50 countries, including 150 speakers, 200 investors, 300 executives, and 350 startupsTechChill&nbs