About IE EdTech Summit 2026

    One of Europe's Leading AI in Education Conferences

    The IE EdTech Summit 2026: AI Leadership & Impact has established itself as one of the most relevant AI in Education conferences in Europe, bringing together global leaders across academia, technology, and corporate learning.

    The 2026 edition, held in Madrid at IE University, gathered over 500 registered participants with a waiting list, confirming strong international demand for high-level conversations on AI in education.

    500+

    Registered participants

    50+

    VIP executives

    59

    Speakers

    4,500+

    Website visitors

    A Global AI & Education Ecosystem in One Place

    The Summit brings together a diverse, high-level audience creating a unique cross-sector environment for collaboration.

    C-Level Executives

    CIOs, CLOs, HR Directors, and Heads of Learning & Talent shaping enterprise learning strategy.

    Academic Leaders

    Provosts, Deans and innovation leaders from top institutions including Oxford, Bocconi, IESE and NOVA.

    EdTech Founders & CEOs

    Entrepreneurs driving the next generation of AI-powered learning technologies.

    Global Organizations

    Institutions such as UNSSC and Harvard Business Impact engaged in worldwide learning transformation.

    Leading companies represented

    MicrosoftTelefónicaRepsolInditexLATAM Airlines Group

    A Platform for AI Leadership in Education

    The IE EdTech Summit 2026 focused on one core idea:

    Moving from experimentation to measurable impact of AI in education.

    AI Personalization in Learning

    Adaptive learning systems and AI-driven feedback loops that improve comprehension, retention, and engagement at scale.

    Learning Analytics & Measurable Outcomes

    How institutions are moving from experimentation to evidence-based, measurable impact of AI in education.

    AI Strategy in Higher Education

    Institutional strategy, governance, and leadership for responsible AI adoption across universities.

    Future of Work & AI-Enabled Skills

    Reskilling, upskilling, and the corporate learning agenda in an AI-augmented economy.

    Academia × Industry Collaboration

    Cross-sector partnerships connecting universities, Big Tech, EdTech founders, and global employers.

    The event positions IE University as a key convener of conversations around AI leadership in higher education and corporate learning.

    Media Coverage & Global Visibility

    The Summit achieved strong visibility across media and digital platforms, reinforcing its reach and relevance within the global EdTech ecosystem.

    El País

    Europa Press

    LinkedIn & Institutional Channels

    The event attracted over 4,500 website visitors, reinforcing its relevance within the global EdTech ecosystem.

    Beyond the Event: Building a Content Hub

    The IE EdTech Summit 2026 is evolving beyond a two-day event into an ongoing content and knowledge platform, with a dedicated Content Hub bringing together:

    • Talks and keynote recordings
    • Case studies and insights
    • Expert perspectives on AI in education

    This positions the Summit as a year-round reference point for professionals working at the intersection of AI, education, and innovation.

    Explore the Content Hub

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Be Part of the Conversation Shaping AI in Education

    Join a global community of academic leaders, EdTech founders and corporate executives defining the next chapter of AI leadership and impact in education.

    Register