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11 November 2024; A general view of Centre Stage during the opening night of Web Summit 2024 at the MEO Arena in Lisbon, Portugal.

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A robot first in Europe, opening remarks, and our startup-flag procession!

Welcome to Web Summit 2026

Join us for a relaxed coffee meetup during Web Summit. Connect with our email experts, exchange ideas with fellow attendees, and chat about the realities of securing and managing email infrastructure.

Please register here to guarantee your spot - https://easydmarc.com/blog/event/events-web-summit-2026/

Let's Talk Email Over Coffee

In December 2020, European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen announced the Digital Services Act at Web Summit. In an effort to combat hate speech and online misinformation, the legislation has become a crucial part of how European regulators address harms caused by online platforms. However, free expression advocates have warned of threats to free speech under the guise of tackling incitement. Our panel asks: Is the DSA necessary to combat big tech or an effort to control online discourse?

Free or controlled internet? The great DSA debate

Is Gender equality keeping up with the changing industry? Join three founders to discuss the findings of the Web Summit 2026 Gender in Tech survey.

This session is limited to 100 people, with spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Female founders on AI, autonomy, and the future of tech

The SHIFT Journey: From Woman in Tech in 2026 to Tech Founder in 2027 – Hosted by Djassi SHIFThers (Djassi Africa). What if you returned to Web Summit in 2027 as the founder of your own tech-enabled startup? Whether you're working in technology, developing a business idea, or simply wondering whether building a startup could be your next chapter, this session is for you!

This session is limited to 100 people, with spots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

How to build and launch your tech-enabled startup as a Woman in tech 🚀

Steps from Web Summit, 9 Portuguese universities gather at the stunning Pavilion of Portugal! UniVerse blends science and culture: a startup competition, tech demos, a ZABRA Collective performance and food, drinks and networking.

Designed for Web Summit attendees, investors, innovation ecosystem partners, corporates, and founders, the 2026 edition brings together nine Portuguese Higher Education Institutions: University of Lisbon, NOVA University Lisbon, University of Aveiro, University of Coimbra, University of Évora, University of Madeira, University of Minho, University of Beira Interior, and University of Porto —, creating a shared space to showcase and project university talent.

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UniVerse 2026 – Entrepreneurial Academy: Where Innovation is Born

Ever wondered how to create the perfect pitch? 
Join this meetup to learn from Bernardo Seixas, CEO of Granter, about how his team created the perfect pitch that got them to win Web Summit PITCH competition 2025. Bring questions, practice your pitch, and get ready for live feedback!

🚀 How to perfect your pitch with Granter (PITCH winners 2025)

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Welcome to Web Summit 2026

Let's Talk Email Over Coffee

Free or controlled internet? The great DSA debate

Female founders on AI, autonomy, and the future of t...

How to build and launch your tech-enabled startup as...

UniVerse 2026 – Entrepreneurial Academy: Where Innov...

🚀 How to perfect your pitch with Granter (PITCH win...

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