THE Innovation & Impact Summit 2026

From research to revenue: Scaling innovation in the AI era

Building on the success of previous editions, the summit will convene university leaders, founders, investors and industry innovators to explore how research can translate into real-world solutions and scalable businesses. Through high-level discussions, we will focus on scaling innovation in the era of artificial intelligence and accelerating the journey from lab breakthrough to global impact.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 - 9:00am to Thursday, November 19, 2026 - 4:00pm
Seoul
Korea University

THE World Academic Summit 2026

Knowledge, justice and futures: Universities in the age of intelligence

Against the backdrop of extraordinary technological, social and environmental change, this summit will explore how universities can harness intelligence – human, artificial and collective – to shape fairer, more sustainable and future-ready societies. Sessions will examine how universities can redefine their role in a rapidly evolving world.

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 9:30am to Thursday, October 1, 2026 - 5:30pm
Cape Town
University of Cape Town