European AI & Cloud Summit 2026: Europe's Leading AI and Cloud Computing Event
The European AI & Cloud Summit goes to Cologne, Germany from May 5-7, 2026, as Europe's largest conference dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, and Cloud Computing. With over 3,000 attendees, this premier event brings together IT professionals, developers, business leaders, and technology pioneers to explore the cutting edge of AI and cloud innovation.
What Makes the AI & Cloud Summit Unique
Co-located with the European Collaboration Summit and European BizApps Summit, attendees can access all three conferences with a single upgraded ticket, allowing them to customize their learning journey across 250+ expert-led sessions. This flexibility ensures you can dive deep into AI and cloud topics while exploring adjacent technologies that complement your learning objectives.
Key Topics and Focus Areas
The summit covers the complete spectrum of AI and cloud technologies:
- Artificial Intelligence & OpenAI: Generative AI, Azure AI Foundry, machine learning, AI-driven business transformation, and responsible AI practices
- Microsoft Azure: Cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, DevOps, automation, and scalable cloud solutions
- Cloud Security & Compliance: Microsoft Defender for Cloud, security best practices, cloud governance, and regulatory compliance (including EU AI Act)
- Cloud Native Development: Modern app development, microservices, containers, Kubernetes, and cloud-native architectures
- Enterprise AI Integration: Semantic Kernel, Copilot integration, AI agents, and AI-first enterprise strategies
- Cloud Operations: Monitoring, observability, cost optimization, and multi-cloud orchestration
Why Attend
Learn from Industry Leaders: Gain insights from Microsoft executives, program managers, Microsoft Regional Directors, MVPs, and world-renowned AI and cloud experts who are shaping the future of technology.
Hands-On Learning: Pre-conference workshops, including Azure AI Foundry development classes, provide practical skills you can implement immediately in your organization.
Innovation Showcase: Experience the CloudStartup Stage featuring the Microsoft for Startups AI Pitch Competition, where innovative startups demonstrate cutting-edge AI solutions and compete for recognition.
Real-World Applications: Explore case studies, demos, and proven strategies from organizations successfully implementing AI and cloud technologies at scale.
Networking Excellence: Connect with 3,000+ professionals, decision-makers, and technology leaders from across Europe and beyond. Build relationships that extend well beyond the conference.
Largest Tech Expo: Visit 90+ sponsors and exhibitors showcasing the latest AI and cloud solutions, tools, and services at Europe's largest AI and cloud technology expo.
Strategic Insights: Understand how AI regulations like the EU AI Act impact your business, and learn how Microsoft's cloud and AI services support compliance while driving innovation.
Whether you're looking to build AI-powered applications, modernize your cloud infrastructure, implement enterprise-scale AI solutions, or strengthen your cloud security posture, the European AI & Cloud Summit provides the knowledge, connections, and inspiration to accelerate your journey.
The event brings together technical depth with strategic vision, making it essential for anyone involved in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, or digital transformation initiatives.