Germany Strengthens Leadership at GITEX AI EUROPE 2026 with 60% Speaker Representation
Germany is poised to play a central role at the upcoming GITEX AI EUROPE 2026, taking place in Berlin from June 30 to July 1, 2026. This significant event will gather a diverse group of speakers from government, major technology firms, and innovative startups, highlighting Europe’s commitment to advancing artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity.
A Dominant Speaker Lineup
German representatives will account for 60% of the more than 150 expert speakers at the conference, which includes participants from 33 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. This diverse assembly reflects Germany’s leadership in the tech sector, particularly in AI and cybersecurity. The event will also feature over 950 enterprises and startups, along with more than 600 investors from over 80 nations, aimed at stimulating investment in a European tech market projected to surpass €1.5 trillion by 2026.
Thematic Focus Areas
The conference will unfold across three stages, organized around five key themes:
- DeepTech & Critical Supply Chains: Addressing the security of Europe’s industrial backbone.
- Compute & AI Stack: Exploring the transition from foundational models to enterprise deployment.
- Secure Infra & Cyber Power: Focusing on defense in the AI era and quantum resilience.
- Capital & Scale-Up Engine: Discussing new funding strategies for Europe.
- Policy to Production: Turning EU AI Act regulations into competitive advantages.
Thirteen German speakers will anchor the headline sessions, aligning with these themes to discuss critical issues ranging from policy and infrastructure to enterprise deployment and investment strategies.
Key Sessions and Insights
Dr. Karsten Wildberger, Germany’s Federal Minister for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation, will open the conference with a Main Stage fireside chat titled “The Gigawatt Guarantee: Engineering Europe’s Industrial AI Supremacy.” This session will explore the industrial capacity challenges that underpin the DeepTech & Critical Supply Chains theme.
Klaus Müller, President of the Bundesnetzagentur, will participate in a panel discussion on July 1, titled “Who Controls Computing When AI Outgrows Europe’s Grids and Networks?” This session will provide insights into the regulatory landscape affecting AI deployment in Europe.
Prof. Dr. Robert Mayr, CEO of DATEV eG, will address the practical applications of AI for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) on June 30. He emphasized the importance of fostering innovation without succumbing to overregulation, noting that Europe has excellent prerequisites, including highly qualified professionals and a large common economic area. He cautioned against stifling innovation through excessive regulation.
Dr. Jarek Kutylowski, CEO of DeepL, will highlight Europe’s competitive edge in AI infrastructure during his session, “Europe’s AI Advantage: Building Intelligence Infrastructure That Competes Globally.”
The Quantum and Cybersecurity Connection
The theme of Secure Infra & Cyber Power will feature discussions on the importance of sovereign infrastructure in the quantum computing landscape. Dr. Markus Pflitsch, CEO of Terra Quantum, will lead a session on July 1 titled “Which Quantum Infrastructure Should Europe Truly Own?”
Dr. Katrin Kobe, CEO of Bosch Quantum Sensing, and Dr. Alexander Glätzle, CEO of planqc, will participate in a panel discussing the urgency of developing quantum-resilient infrastructure. Their insights will emphasize the necessity of proactive measures in cybersecurity as quantum technologies evolve.
Capital and Scale-Up Strategies
Stefan B. Wintels, CEO of KfW, will address the role of state-backed financing in fostering growth during his session, “Germany’s Capital Engine as a World Example.” He will discuss how Germany’s approach can serve as a model for other European nations. Florian Heinemann of Project A will follow with a panel examining the challenges of securing growth-stage funding in the deep tech sector.
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Published on 2026-06-24 17:12:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk