Berlin, April 30, 2025: Europe is accelerating its mission to strengthen the continent’s AI readiness and digital economy. This vision came to life in Berlin, where influential leaders gathered at the GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything 2025 press preview to discuss Europe’s strategic imperatives, investment priorities, and innovation commitments driving the future of technology and talent development.
From 21–23 May at Messe Berlin, the inaugural GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything will unite 1,400+ tech companies and startups from 67 countries and over 600 global investors, all sharing one vision — to build a smarter, more connected, and sustainable AI-powered Europe.
Organised by KAOUN International, in partnership with the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises, Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Berlin Partner for Business and Technology, and the European Innovation Council (EIC), this event is poised to become the most influential convergence of technology, investment, and innovation leadership in Europe.
Driving Europe’s Digital Transformation in a Changing Global Landscape
Government leaders, investors, and ecosystem visionaries at the press preview highlighted GITEX’s vital role in advancing public-private partnerships, digital competitiveness, and cross-sector innovation.
Kai Wegner, Governing Mayor of Berlin, emphasized:
“The GITEX tech fair taking place in Berlin is a significant milestone that reaffirms the city’s position as a global hub for innovation. Berlin, alongside London and Paris, leads Europe’s startup ecosystem — and GITEX will further accelerate our journey to becoming Europe’s number one innovation capital.”
Franziska Giffey, Mayor of Berlin & Senator for Economic Affairs, added:
“Berlin and GITEX are a perfect match. Together, we create a global platform where startups, scale-ups, and innovators can collaborate and drive sustainable economic growth.”
Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International and organiser of GITEX worldwide, noted:
“Germany, as the world’s third-largest economy, and GITEX, the world’s largest tech event brand, share a commitment to solving global challenges through technology. The inaugural GITEX EUROPE is set to be the largest tech and digital investment launch in European history, with over 90% of participating startups experiencing Berlin’s innovation scene for the first time.”
Empowering Europe’s Startup Ecosystem
Matthias Notz, Global CEO of Start2 Group, highlighted the need for agility in funding and collaboration:
“Europe’s startup ecosystem is bursting with talent and innovation. What we need now is synchronized momentum — where funding moves as fast as ideas.”
The event’s North Star Europe showcase will feature over 750 startups, including 32 unicorns, representing 60+ countries and connecting with 600+ investors managing over $1 trillion in assets. From AI-driven healthcare pioneers like BrainScan (Poland) to industrial efficiency platforms like Ailoys (Germany), startups will explore new global capital routes and business opportunities through the GITEX platform.
Showcasing the Future of Technology
GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything 2025 will present one of the most comprehensive deep dives into emerging technologies, including:
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AI and Quantum Computing: Talks and use cases from AWS, IBM, Cisco, Lenovo, Nvidia, OpenAI, Qualcomm, SAP, and more.
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GITEX Quantum Expo (GQX): In partnership with IBM and Quantum Business Network (QBN), spotlighting exponential breakthroughs from CERN, INRIA, and IQM Quantum Computers.
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Cybersecurity Frontline (GITEX Cyber Valley): Featuring CrowdStrike, Fortinet, Kaspersky, KnowBe4, Proofpoint, and defence ministries from Germany, UAE, and Belgium.
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Green Digital Action Summit: In collaboration with ITU and German Environment Agency (UBA), addressing climate-tech adoption, AI ethics, and green standards.
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GITEX Green Impact: Featuring leaders from Airbus, Honeywell, and TotalEnergies, focused on bioenergy, hydrogen, and sustainable mobility.
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GITEX SMEDEX & SCALEX: Empowering SMEs and late-stage startups with access to global markets, funding, and mentorship through partnerships with AWS, EISMEA, and ICC Digital Standards Initiative.
About GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything 2025
Taking place 21–23 May 2025 at Messe Berlin, GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything is Europe’s most global and collaborative tech event. With 1,400+ exhibitors, 500+ speakers, and participation from 67 countries, the event unites AI, deep tech, quantum, cybersecurity, connectivity, green tech, and smart city innovators under one roof.
The event is part of the GITEX Global Network, spanning Germany, Morocco, Nigeria, Singapore, Thailand, UAE, and Vietnam, solidifying its position as a worldwide catalyst for innovation and investment.
