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Tue, May 05

The European AI & Cloud Summit 2026

The European AI & Cloud Summit 2026 is set to transform Cologne into the "Microsoft Azure and Artificial Intelligence Capital of Europe" from May 5–7, 2026. Held at the Koelnmesse (Confex), this premier event brings together over 3,000 IT professionals, developers, and business leaders. Event Overview The summit is co-located with the European Collaboration Summit and the European BizApps Summit, offering a unified experience with over 300 expert-led sessions covering the full spectrum of Microsoft technologies. Key Themes & Tracks Agentic AI & Future Tech: Deep dives into autonomous AI agent development, Azure AI Foundry, and generative AI strategies. Azure & Cloud Infrastructure: Focus on cloud architecture, DevOps, scalable infrastructure, and Microsoft Azure modernization. Security & Governance: Extensive tracks on cloud security, identity protection, and navigating the EU AI Act and ethical frameworks. Data & Analytics: Practical applications of Microsoft Fabric, data modernization, and intelligent automation. Why Attend? World-Class Experts: Hear from 120+ speakers, including Microsoft executives like Marco Casalaina (VP of Products, Azure AI) and Adam Harmetz (VP of Product), alongside numerous MVPs and Regional Directors. Hands-On Learning: Access pre-conference full-day tutorials and interactive workshops to gain production-ready skills. Massive Expo: Explore Europe’s largest Azure and AI expo with 90+ partners, such as YASH Technologies and SquaredUp. Strategic Networking: Connect with a high-level audience (65% professional seniority) including CTOs and innovation leaders from across the globe.

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The European AI & Cloud Summit 2026