The AI For Future 2026 event in San Francisco successfully concluded on November 5, bringing together a diverse group of entrepreneurs, investors, corporate executives, and AI specialists from around the world. Organized by WMF – We Make Future and Search On Media Group, the gathering focused on artificial intelligence, investment opportunities, and fostering international collaboration. The event served as a platform for representatives from Europe, the United States, and Asia to connect and explore the latest trends in AI technology.
Held at Mind The Bridge, the event featured participation from countries including the United States, South Korea, Japan, China, and several European nations. Sponsored by Five Degrees and Durana Tech Park, the event offered AI tools to facilitate networking among attendees. The Italian Trade Agency and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation supported the event, highlighting Italy’s role in the global AI landscape.
Veronica Maffei hosted the event, which began with remarks from Italian officials Leonardo Nasi and Giosafat Riganò. Discussions included insights from Cosmano Lombardo, Founder and CEO of Search On Media Group, and AI expert Jerry Kaplan, who highlighted the transformative potential of generative AI. Additional panels addressed AI investment and commercial applications, with speakers like Alicia Hanf from LG NOVA and Angelo Del Priore from HP Tech Ventures sharing their perspectives on the future of AI development.
A key highlight was the AI 4 Future Startup Competition, where startups competed for recognition and future opportunities. TerraSpark from Luxembourg, a developer of space-based solar power systems, won first place. Other notable startups included Salute360, a digital health platform, and MON5, an industrial cybersecurity company. These winners will showcase their innovations at future international events, providing further exposure to venture capitalists and industry leaders.
Additionally, the event unveiled “Beyond the Game,” a new initiative focusing on sports innovation, set to debut in 2027. This track aims to explore intersections between sports, AI, and technology, broadening the scope of future WMF events. The event also spotlighted Albania’s tech ecosystem through Chloe Jones of Durana Tech Park, showcasing its potential as a hub for international business and technology development.
Looking ahead, the WMF International Roadshow will continue to connect global innovation ecosystems with upcoming events in Bengaluru, Thessaloniki, Las Vegas, and other major cities. The next major gathering is scheduled for June 2027 in Bologna, Italy, promising to bring together a wide array of stakeholders in the tech industry to further advance AI and digital innovation globally.
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