Germany's largest and most global startup event: From AI gigafactories and sovereign cloud infrastructure to open source standards, GITEX AI EUROPE 2026 returns to Messe Berlin from 30 June to 1 July 2026 as the defining platform for Europe’s intelligent economy. It aims to unite startups, industry leaders, investors and policymakers for the acceleration of the continent’s next phase in technological development. by Archie Marshall || 5 March 2026 From 30 June to 1 July 2026,

Over many years, GITEX Global in Dubai has developed into the world's leading ICT trade fair, boasting over 6,800 exhibitors and 1,200 investors. The Swiss ICT industry made a strong showing at GITEX Global from October 13-17, 2025 , and not for the first time. The inaugural GITEX Europe in Berlin in June 2025, with 1,400 exhibitors and 600 investors, was also a success.   Video: The Swiss Pavilion at GITEX Global in Dubai from October 13th to 17th, 2025.   By Urs Seiler ||

The Chengdu International Industry Fair (CDIIF) is considered one of the most important industrial fairs in western China – and that is precisely what makes it strategically interesting for Europe. By Urs Seiler || February 26 , 2026 || Swiss Representative for the CDIIF The Xangtze River Economic Zone stretches from Shanghai to Chengdu. The Yangtze River Economic Zone stretches from Shanghai to Chengdu. The Southern Silk Road runs from Chengdu through Kunming to Myanmar an

Trade fairs are pillars of the knowledge society, going beyond being merely a park of exhibits. EuroShop must therefore also be judged on how well it answers the question of how much artificial intelligence the trade fair industry and the stand construction companies grouped in Hall 1 provide.   By Urs Seiler || February 22, 2026 Image Copyright: EuroShop, Messe Düsseldorf. But help! I'm not an AI expert. But I'll take care of it!   Joe Pine (pictured above), the originator o

With 4,636 exhibitors and participants from 170 nations and around 140,000 visitors, Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld 2026 reaffirmed Frankfurt’s role as a central marketplace for the international consumer goods industry. From 6 to 10 February, the city once again became the place where global networks strengthened and new business momentum emerged. Across the five days, Frankfurt’s exhibition grounds became a densely populated hub for dialogue and strategic positi