BengaluruTechSummit

At BTS 2026, startups don’t just participate — they get opportunities to grow, collaborate, and be discovered. Designed as a powerful platform for founders and futurepreneurs, BTS 2026 enables startups to engage directly with investors, incubators, mentors, industry leaders, and technology ecosystems from across the world. Startup-focused initiatives include: • Startup Pitching • Reverse Pitching • Mentoring Sessions • Product Launches • R&D – Lab to Market • Startup Ecosystem Impact Awards If your startup is ready for what’s next, this is where you need to be. #BTS2026 #AIandBeyond #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Bengaluru doesn’t just adapt to the future. It builds it. From breakthrough startups to global tech leaders, the city continues to lead India’s innovation journey and inspire the world through technology. This National Technology Day, we celebrate the thinkers, builders, innovators, and dreamers shaping tomorrow from Bengaluru. Innovation from Bengaluru. Impact for the world. #NationalTechnologyDay #BTS2026 #AIandBeyond #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

At Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026, the exhibition isn’t just a showcase, it’s a dynamic marketplace of ideas, breakthrough products, cutting-edge technologies, and technology solution providers, all geared toward real business outcomes. This is where ideas convert into ventures, conversations into partnerships, and product demos into real business deals. * Over 1800 Exhibitors from India & more than 75 countries * Deliver immersive product launches with live, high-impact demo experiences * Showcase innovations across AI, deeptech, biotech, semiconductors, spacetech, critical tech & more * Engage in B2B, investor connects, and pitching arenas designed to drive real growth outcomes * Display innovations in front of decision-makers, VCs, and industry leaders Book your booth today! Visit bengalurutechsummit.com #BTS2026 #AIandBeyond #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

What you see in numbers is the outcome of momentum that has been building year after year. BTS 2026 continues to grow in scale, diversity, and global participation, bringing together a powerful mix of innovators, businesses, and decision-makers under one roof. This is where ambition meets opportunity, where conversations turn into collaborations, and innovation finds a global stage. With each edition, the summit expands its reach, impact, and relevance across industries and geographies. #BTS2026 #AIandBeyond #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

For nearly three decades, Bengaluru Tech Summit has been at the forefront of predicting and shaping emerging technology trends. As it approaches this important milestone, the journey of BTS continues with a forward-looking theme for it's 29th Edition: AI & Beyond This theme reflects a shift, from understanding AI as a standalone technology to exploring its convergence with other sectors and the rise of interconnected, resilient tech ecosystems. BTS 2026 will bring together global leaders across technology, policy, research, academia and industry to explore this next frontier and to understand what truly lies beyond AI. #BTS2026 #AIandBeyond #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Bridge to Bengaluru – A Dialogue with Diplomats concluded as a landmark engagement, reinforcing Karnataka’s position at the forefront of global innovation partnerships. With participation from 75+ nations, the event brought together Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Honourary Consuls, and key diplomatic representatives—creating a powerful platform for international collaboration in the lead-up to BTS 2026. As a key pillar of the Global Innovation Alliance 2.0, this initiative has rapidly evolved into one of India’s most consequential state-led diplomatic innovation platforms. The occasion was graced by the presence of Shri Siddaramaiah, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Govt. of Karnataka, Shri D. K. Shivakumar, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, Govt. of Karnataka, Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology & Biotechnology; RDPR, Govt. of Karnataka, and Shri M. B. Patil, Hon’ble Minister of Large and Medium Scale Industries, Govt. of Karnataka Their addresses highlighted Karnataka’s robust tech ecosystem, forward-looking vision, and the immense opportunities for global partnerships—setting the stage for deeper international engagement at Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Concluding the Open Dialogue, Shri Sanjeev Gupta, CEO, KDEM, wrapped up the session with a vote of thanks, acknowledging the presence and contributions of industry leaders and stakeholders. He encouraged all participants to come together at BTS 2026, reinforcing the importance of collective effort in shaping a successful and impactful edition. The conversation may have ended, but the journey towards BTS 2026 continues. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

The engagement was further enriched by an address from Shri Priyank Kharge, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Bt, and RDPR, Govt. of Karnataka, who interacted with the gathering alongside members of the dais. What followed was an open and interactive dialogue, where industry stakeholders had the opportunity to directly share their perspectives, raise key questions, and seek insights from the Hon’ble Minister. The exchange of ideas reflected a strong spirit of collaboration, with meaningful discussions around industry priorities, challenges, and opportunities shaping the path ahead for BTS 2026. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

The Dept of @ITBTGoK’s Bridge to Bengaluru - ‘Dialogue with Diplomats’ initiative, in just its second edition, has become a tour de force in state-led global engagement. As part of our Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026 roadshow, we brought together envoys from 75 countries for an open dialogue with our Hon’ble Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister. This is a first of its kind initiative by any state and it sets a clear benchmark for global engagement. Under our Global Innovation Alliance programme that connects 40+ countries with Bengaluru for tech collaboration, this platform is steadily translating cross-border engagements into tangible outcomes and deeper ecosystem linkages. With GIA 2.0, we are bringing greater clarity and structure, aligning policy, talent, capital and diplomacy toward one goal to make Karnataka a global innovation partner of consequence. I assured the dignitaries that with Karnataka, they do not just get a partner. They get a platform, a pipeline and a government that listens and shows up. @CMofKarnataka @DKShivakumar @MBPatil

Bridge to Bengaluru: Powering Connectivity, Driving Progress Delighted to participate in the Bridge to Bengaluru dialogue in New Delhi with diplomats representing over 80 countries. As a curtain raiser for the upcoming Bengaluru Tech Summit, the dialogue highlighted the growing global interest in Karnataka’s innovation ecosystem. Namma Bengaluru continues to stand tall as India’s leading hub for startups, research and deep technology, powered by talent and a culture of innovation. It remains the engine driving India’s global technology leadership. The unveiling of GIA 2.0 will further strengthen our global innovation partnerships and open new avenues for collaboration. Our government remains committed to bringing investment, technology and new opportunities to Karnataka, and I look forward to deeper collaborations that will further strengthen Bengaluru’s position as a global innovation hub.

"Attended the “Bridge to Bengaluru–2026: Dialogue with Diplomats” event in New Delhi today, engaging with ambassadors and delegates from nearly 80 nations. I highlighted Karnataka’s position as a global innovation hub - home to 16,000+ startups and 550+ GCCs, and at the forefront of AI, biotech, space, and quantum ecosystems. Through the Global Innovation Alliance, we are building strong international partnerships for innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. I also invited global partners to join us as we work towards transforming Karnataka into a $1 trillion economy by 2032, driven by inclusive and technology-led development." - Chief Minister Shri @siddaramaiah #BridgeToBengaluru #BengaluruTechSummit #GuaranteeSarkara

Bridge to Bengaluru - A Dialogue with Diplomats is underway in New Delhi; bringing together senior Diplomats and international trade leaders for a focused dialogue with Government of Karnataka. As a key pillar of the Global Innovation Alliance 2.0 and an international outreach intiative for BTS 2026, this programme has rapidly evolved into one of India’s most consequential state-led diplomatic innovation platforms. Bridge to Bengaluru will bring together Ambassadors, High Commissioners, and senior diplomatic representatives from over 70 countries. Through active engagement with the international community, this initiative enables meaningful dialogue between global representatives and Karnataka’s innovation ecosystem — paving the way for collaborations that drive technology, investment, and growth. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Focusing on the expansion of Karnataka’s technology ecosystem, Shri Sharath Kumar Bache Gowda, Chairman- KEONICS, Govt. of Karnataka, spoke about the importance of driving IT development beyond Bengaluru. He highlighted KEONICS’ role in building enabling infrastructure and supporting emerging tech clusters, along with the LEAP programme, which aims to accelerate innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation across the state. Together, these initiatives are shaping a more balanced and future-ready tech landscape. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

At the Industry Stakeholders Meet in New Delhi, @kiranshaw, Chairperson, Biocon Group & Chairperson, Vision Group on Biotech, GoK, highlighted Karnataka’s bold approach to innovation; right from regulatory sandboxes to a thriving ecosystem of startups and enterprises in Bengaluru leveraging AI across sectors. She applauded the State’s progressive regulatory landscape that is accelerating startup innovation and emphasised that IP-led innovation is key to sustained growth. She also invited industry leaders to be part of this journey at BTS 2026. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit

Speaking at the Industry Meet in New Delhi, Debjani Ghosh, Distinguished Fellow NITI Aayog, emphasised the need to decode technology patterns to predict future trends. She highlighted three major shifts: Convergence of deep tech, growing interdependence of technologies, and the need for sovereignty and resilience across tech stacks. @debjani_ghosh_ A clear move from solution thinking to system architecture sovereignty and she invited the industry to participate in BTS2026 which would be the platform to lead this change. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

In his address, Shri Arvind Kumar, Director General, STPI, highlighted STPI’s long-standing partnership with Bengaluru Tech Summit, underscoring its role as a key enabler of India’s innovation ecosystem. He acknowledged the impact the summit has created over its journey and extended his congratulations on the upcoming 29th edition. Reaffirming support, he emphasised the importance of such platforms in driving innovation and collaboration across the ecosystem. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Building on the remarkable success of the previous edition, Jagdish Patankar, Executive Chairman, MM Activ Sci-Tech Communications, presented the vision for Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026. Reflecting on the scale, participation, and global engagement witnessed at BTS, he set the context for what lies ahead — a more ambitious and future-ready edition. He outlined plans to expand the depth and scope of the summit, positioning BTS 2026 as a larger, more immersive, and globally relevant platform for innovation, collaboration, and industry growth. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

Highlighting Karnataka’s strength as a leading innovation hub, Dr. N Manjula, IAS, Secretary, Dept. of Elec, IT, Bt and S&T, Govt. of Karnataka, spoke about the state’s thriving technology ecosystem. She emphasised the forward-looking policies and vision that continue to enable innovation, investment, and growth across sectors. She also encouraged industry leaders to actively participate and contribute to the success of BTS 2026. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw

The Open Dialogue with Industry Stakeholders commenced with a welcome address by Shri Rahul Sankanur, IAS, MD, KITS, Director, Dept. of Elec, IT and Bt, Govt. of Karnataka. His remarks provided valuable context to the engagement, underscoring the significance of collaborative dialogue between industry and government in advancing innovation and strengthening the vision for BTS 2026. #BTS2026 #BTSFuturise #KarnatakaInnovation #BengaluruTechSummit @kiranshaw