Dublin Tech Summit

Named as one of Time100 most influential people 2026, OpenAI’s Sarah Friar speaks at Dublin Tech Summit about the rising costs of delivering AI.

Today is your final opportunity to recognise the people and organisations making Ireland's technology sector more inclusive, diverse and equitable. Help celebrate those driving meaningful change, breaking down barriers, and creating opportunities across the industry. Nominations for our sister event, the Diversity Inclusion Tech Awards 2026, are free to enter, and every finalist will receive a complimentary place at the Awards Ceremony. Nominations close today, 24 July, at midnight Nominate now: hubs.ly/Q04qDnMs0

Only 1 day left to recognise the people and organisations making Ireland's technology sector more inclusive, diverse and equitable. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate those breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and driving meaningful change through diversity, equity and inclusion. Nominations for our sister event, the @DITAwards 2026, are free to enter, and every finalist will receive a complimentary place at the Awards Ceremony. Nominations close Friday, 24 July at midnight Nominate now: hubs.ly/Q04qvBy10

With just 2 days remaining, now is the time to nominate those championing diversity, equity and inclusion. Don't miss your chance to celebrate the people and organisations driving meaningful change across Ireland's technology sector. Nominations for our sister event, the Diversity Inclusion Tech Awards 2026 are free to enter, and all finalists will attend the Awards Ceremony free of charge. Nominations close Friday, 24 July at midnight. Nominate now: hubs.ly/Q04qkvKl0

Only 3 days remain to recognise the people and organisations making technology more inclusive. If you know someone championing diversity, equity and inclusion, now is the time to put them forward. Nominations for our sister event, the Diversity Inclusion Tech Awards 2026, are free to enter. All finalists attend the Awards Ceremony free of charge. Nominations close Friday, 24 July at midnight. Nominate today: hubs.ly/Q04q5cdh0

Recently appointed Vice Chair of Stripe, Eileen O'Mara, speaking at Dublin Tech Summit about Ireland's global mindset.

You still have time to nominate for our sister event, the @DITAwards 2026. We are recognising the individuals, teams and organisations driving diversity and innovation across the technology sector. Nominations are free and finalists attend the ceremony free of charge. The deadline is 24 July. Nominate now: hubs.ly/Q04nCW1v0 Deadline: 24 July

Breaking News: One month after taking the main stage at Dublin Tech Summit, Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams is suing Meta over what she describes as efforts to silence her and prevent her from speaking publicly about her book, Careless People. In this clip, Reuters journalist Carmel Crimmins reads an excerpt from Sarah Wynn-Williams’ bestselling memoir, Careless People. wsj.com/us-news/law/me…

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AI is moving beyond a tool it’s becoming a true collaborator. For the final session on the Accelerate Stage at Dublin Tech Summit 2026, Using AI Like a Pro: From Search Engine to Collaborator to Agent brought together Eli Hotoveli (@AnthropicAI ) for a keynote exploring how founders and teams can unlock more value from AI by changing the way they work with it. With a packed audience, the session highlighted the shift from simply asking AI for answers to using it as a thinking partner and a powerful assistant for everyday workflows. A big thank you to our Irish Bics partners for supporting the Accelerate Stage and helping founders access practical insights shaping the future of innovation. #DubTechSummit

Trust is becoming one of the most valuable assets for brands in an AI-driven world. At the Workshop Stage during Dublin Tech Summit 2026, Winning Brand Trust Through Human Connection (in an AI World) brought together Connor Vickery (Cvent) and Tim Sutter (Cvent) for a session exploring how brands can build stronger relationships through authentic human experiences. The discussion highlighted the importance of trust, transparency, and human connection in creating meaningful brand experiences, while using AI as a tool to enhance - not replace - authentic engagement. hashtag#DubTechSummit

Autonomous mobility is moving closer to reality, but the journey ahead remains complex. At the Main Stage during Dublin Tech Summit 2026, Are we there yet? Europe’s journey towards autonomous vehicles brought together Thomas Zimmermann (Freenow by Lyft) and Charlie Taylor (Business Post) for a fireside conversation on the future of autonomous transport across Europe. The discussion explored the regulatory, technological, and infrastructure challenges shaping the adoption of self-driving vehicles, and what the next phase of mobility innovation could look like for cities and communities. The conversation highlighted the importance of collaboration, innovation, and forward-thinking approaches in shaping the future of mobility. #DubTechSummit

Startups are built through the right support, guidance, and connections. At the Accelerate Stage, Game-Changing Mentorship: What Actually Moves a Startup Forward brought together Raymond Valentine (Flexidrive), Brendan Traynor (RALCO), Tom McCartan (Nazata Bio), and Martin Murray (Furthr) to explore how mentorship can help founders navigate challenges, unlock growth, and build stronger businesses. The conversation highlighted the impact of strategic guidance, founder support, and the role of the BIC community in helping startups move from early-stage challenges to meaningful growth. A big thank you to our BIC partners for supporting the next generation of founders and innovators at Dublin Tech Summit. #DubTechSummit

Can Ireland Lead the Healthtech Revolution? In conversation with David Hardwicke (Aerska) and Alexander Danielsson (Norrsken VC) exploring the technologies transforming healthcare and biotech. The discussion highlighted how breakthrough science, investment, and innovation can come together to build the next generation of global healthtech leaders. #DubTechSummit

Most organisations don't know where their most sensitive data lives. That was the challenge at the heart of the final Main Stage session, "Data Security, Rewritten by AI," where Dr Madhu Shashanka (Concentric AI) and Dr Rosalind Beere explored how AI is helping organisations gain visibility, reduce risk and secure data at scale. The key message: AI can help solve the data security challenge, but only when combined with strong governance, clear guardrails and human judgement. #DubTechSummit

A huge thank you to all the incredible start-ups who joined us as partners for Dublin Tech Summit 2026 🚀 From AI and digital transformation to future workforce, sustainability, and emerging technologies, these innovative companies brought fresh ideas, bold thinking, and inspiring solutions to the DTS community. We’re proud to have partnered with: 3035TECH, ALLSORTER, AMAARA NETWORKS, AskSOBI, Binarii Labs, YES – Young Early Starters, clear ip, COSO ai, SW Data Science Services, ESG Data Core, Familiar Futures, XFA, FLAZ IT, Hay chat, TechForce, infralign ai, Buyt, Itramei, fluxmap, intentface, m•ntro, LaunchDocs, Merces, Schematify, MyLaw, natma, Piehole tv, Woza Labs, Quantarra, R&D Tax Solutions, GenZen, HEDJ, VerseIQ, ORI CATTLE, Praxilabs, Zen Pensions, Velox Guest, Diomem, and ZOH MEDIA. A huge thank you for being part of Dublin Tech Summit 2026 and for helping us bring together the innovators, founders, and technology leaders shaping the future. 🌍✨ We can’t wait to see what’s next! #DTS2026 #Startups #Innovation #TechCommunity

Cities are entering a new era of transformation. At the Nexus Stage, Smart Thinking, Smart Cities brought together Phil Barnes (Geotab), Paddy Flynn (Google), Alice Charles (Arup), and Alan Murphy (Smart Dublin) to discuss how AI, data, and digital innovation are helping shape more efficient and sustainable urban environments. The discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration between industry, government, and technology leaders in building smarter, more connected cities for the future. #DubTechSummit

A big thank you to Irish BIC for curating the Accelerate Stage at Dublin Tech Summit 2026 During Founders Exchange, Aisling Ní Nhuirí (Sunstone), Sarah Walker (Enterprise Ireland), Niall McEvoy (Elkstone), Aisling Browne (Glitch), and Ann O'Dea (Silicon Republic) shared valuable perspectives on startup growth, investment, and the evolving entrepreneurial landscape. It was encouraging to see such strong engagement from founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders, highlighting the momentum and ambition driving Ireland's startup community. #DubTechSummit