15 Top Tech Conferences in 2025

As we approach 2025, the tech world is evolving faster than ever. Attending top conferences is one of the best ways professionals in various fields of technology can keep pace and avoid falling behind. These events unite experts, enthusiasts, and innovators worldwide to explore, showcase, and discuss the most exciting breakthroughs in AI, cybersecurity, fintech, cloud technologies, and much more. With their help, attendees can stay up-to-date with the latest trends in various tech fields, seize new opportunities, gain valuable insights, and build strong connections. 

Here's a list of the top 15 tech conferences in 2025 that you won't want to miss!

CES (Consumer Electronics Show)

Dates: January 7-10, 2025

Location: Las Vegas, USA

CES (Consumer Electronics Show) is one of the largest annual exhibitions and technology conferences in the consumer electronics and technology industry, organized by the CTA (Consumer Technology Association). The exhibition allows numerous companies, from startups to industry giants, to showcase their products and technologies, from AI and robotics to smart home devices and autonomous vehicles. During the CES conference, industry leaders and experts participate in panels, talks, and discussions highlighting emerging trends, innovations, and the future of technology. The event attracts numerous industry professionals, journalists, and investors, making it a major event for companies to promote their innovations and for individuals to get a glimpse into the future of the tech world.

Finovate Europe

Dates:  February 25 - 26, 2025

Location: London, UK

Finovate Europe is a premier FinTech conference dedicated to financial and banking technological innovations. It covers areas like digital banking, payments, wealth management, RegTech (regulatory technology), InsurTech (insurance technology), blockchain, and more. The event is held annually in Europe and brings together over 1,000 senior industry leaders from leading financial institutions, technology providers, and investors. Finovate Europe is famous for its unique format, where thought leaders present their FinTech innovations not with traditional presentations but through short-form live demos combined with key insights. It allows attendees to see first-hand how the technologies work and what their potential impact is. 

MWC (Mobile World Congress)

Dates: March: 3-6, 2025

Location: Barcelona, Spain

MWC is one of the largest annual summits in the mobile connectivity and telecommunications industry. It attracts over 60,000 visitors annually, including industry leaders, global mobile operators, device manufacturers, technology providers, vendors, and software developers from around the globe. While MWC has traditionally focused on mobile technology, its scope has expanded over time to include broader technology trends such as 5G, IoT, AI and more. The event offers a packed conference program where industry leaders can discuss emerging trends, network and build connections. MWC is a key platform for startups to gain visibility and attract investment as companies can introduce and showcase their new products, often through live demonstrations. 

Big Data & AI World

Dates: March 12-13, 2025

Location: London, UK

Big Data & AI World is a global exhibition and conference designed to help organizations leverage data-driven decision-making. It highlights the transformative power of big data and AI across industries, showcasing real-world applications, offering hands-on workshops, and also covering strategic and ethical implications of these technologies. The event usually features exhibitions, where companies showcase the latest innovations, conferences with industry experts, hands-on workshops, real-world case studies and ample opportunities for networking with peers, potential partners, and investors.

Hannover Messe

Dates: March 31- April 1, 2025

Location: Hannover, Germany

Hannover Messe, organized by Deutsche Messe AG, is one of the world's largest industrial technology fairs, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions in the industrial sector with a focus on innovation, automation, and digitalization. In addition to the exhibition, the event features a comprehensive conference program with expert panels, keynote speeches, and workshops. It covers a wide range of topics, including industrial automation, robotics, AI, energy efficiency, renewable energy, digital factories, logistics, and supply chain management. The fair attracts more than 130,000 visitors annually, including industry leaders, decision-makers, engineers, and innovators. It provides an opportunity for companies to present their products and services, explore new markets, network, and build valuable connections.

RSAC (RSA Conference)     

Dates: April 28 – May 1, 2025

Location: San Francisco, USA

RSAC is one of the most prominent annual cybersecurity events globally, gathering the biggest names and companies in the industry. It unites over 40,000 attendees to explore the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in cybersecurity, including data privacy, cloud security, IoT protection, and threat intelligence. RSAC offers valuable networking opportunities for attendees to connect with peers and industry professionals. The event also features the RSAC Innovation Sandbox contest, highlighting cybersecurity startups, and provides training and certification opportunities to enhance cybersecurity skills. 

ODSC East (Open Data Science Conference East) 

Dates: May 13-15, 2025

Location: Boston, USA 

ODSC East is a leading conference on applied data science that offers a wide range of sessions and workshops for all levels, from beginner to expert, on topics such as data analytics, machine learning, deep learning, AI, natural language processing, and related areas. The conference covers both the technical side of data science, like coding and modeling, and its real-world applications in industries such as healthcare, finance, marketing, and technology. The event provides attendees tons of opportunities to gain knowledge directly from experts in the field of data science and participate in workshops to receive practical, hands-on training, making ODSC East a perfect space for learning, staying updated on current trends, and building professional relationships within the data science and AI community.

Dublin Tech Summit

Location: Dublin, IE

Dates: May 28-29, 2025

Dublin Tech Summit is one of the biggest B2B tech conferences in Europe. It brings together 8000 attendees from various industries, including global leaders in innovation, technology, and business, to shape the future of global trends. It features diverse sessions, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and exhibitions. Topics covered at the event include emerging technologies, AI, robotics, machine learning, drone deliveries, cybersecurity, blockchain, space exploration, "Tech for Good," "Diversity in Tech," big data analytics, and much more. The conference is known for its focus on innovation and the startup ecosystem, with dedicated spaces for startups to showcase their products and ideas to potential investors and partners.  

London Tech Week

Dates: June 9-13, 2025 

Location: London, United Kingdom

London Tech Week is an annual event showcasing the latest tech advancements and innovations across various industries, stressing London's role as a global tech hub. It attracts a diverse audience, including tech professionals, startups, investors, government officials, and business leaders from around the world. The event covers various tech topics, including AI, cybersecurity, fintech, healthcare tech, sustainability, smart cities, etc. Spanning multiple days, it features various activities, including conferences, exhibitions, workshops, and networking events, facilitating collaborations among professionals and entrepreneurs. The tech exhibitions allow companies to display their latest products, gain visibility, attract investors, and offer attendees hands-on experiences to test displayed products. 

Viva Technology

Dates: June 11-14, 2025

Location: Paris, France

Viva Technology, or VivaTech, is one of Europe's largest annual technology conferences, with a strong focus on innovation and startups. It gathers more than 165,000 visitors from around the globe annually. The event features various activities, including keynote speeches from global tech leaders, panel discussions, workshops, startup competitions, and product exhibitions. The Startup Battlefield competition is where emerging companies compete for visibility, funding, and growth opportunities. Topics covered at VivaTech span various tech sectors, such as AI, blockchain, fintech, digital health, sustainability, mobility, and smart cities. The first two days are reserved for startups, investors, students, and academics. On the third day, the event opens to the general public so a broader audience can also explore the latest tech innovations and participate in the event. 

TNW Conference

Dates: June 19-20, 2025

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

TNW Conference is a technology festival that brings together more than 10,000 attendees, including international tech executives, top-tier investors, and promising startups. The event is known for its dynamic and vibrant atmosphere, combining a traditional tech conference with a festival-like experience. It covers emerging technologies, digital marketing, AI, blockchain, fintech, and sustainability. The conference features keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and live demonstrations, providing attendees with insights into the latest tech trends and innovations. In addition to the tech aspect, the event emphasizes creativity and culture, making it a unique event that blends technology with art, music, and entertainment. This approach attracts a diverse audience, including not only tech professionals but also designers and digital marketers.

Black Hat

Location: Las Vegas, USA

Dates: August 2-7, 2025

Black Hat is one of the most respected cybersecurity event series focusing on the latest information security developments. It brings together various professionals, from non-technical individuals to security professionals like security researchers, cybersecurity analysts, developers, government agencies, tech companies, and ethical hackers. The conference comprises three major sections: the Black Hat Briefings, Black Hat Trainings, and Black Hat Arsenal. Black Hat Briefings are where leading cybersecurity experts present cutting-edge research, vulnerabilities, and real-world threats. Black Hat Trainings offers hands-on, immersive training sessions that range from beginner to advanced levels, and attendees gain practical skills from some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. Black Hat Arsenal is where security researchers and developers showcase their latest tools and projects. This part of the conference allows attendees to explore innovative security solutions and interact directly with their creators.

TechCrunch Disrupt

Dates:  Usually held in September-October. The dates for the event have not yet been settled for 2025, as you still have the opportunity to visit it between Oct 28-30, 2024.

Location:  San Francisco, USA

TechCrunch Disrupt is one of the most renowned tech conferences globally for debuting revolutionary startups, introducing game-changing technologies, and discussing the future of tech with big-name thought leaders. TechCrunch Expo is where attendees can explore Startup Alley, a showcase of hundreds of early-stage startups for their latest developments and innovations. One of the most anticipated events at TechCrunch Disrupt is the Startup Battlefield competition. Early-stage startups exhibiting at the event compete in front of venture capital investors, media, and industry leaders for a $100,000 grand prize. The event includes activations, roundtables, hands-on workshops and even parties that drive networking within the tech ecosystem. 

AWS re:Invent 2025Date: Usually held in late November- beginning of December. The dates for the event have not yet been settled for 2025, as you still have the opportunity to visit it between December 2-6, 2024. 

Location: Las Vegas, USA

AWS re: Invent, hosted by the world's leading cloud computing provider, AWS, is an annual global conference designed for the AWS community. It attracts cloud professionals, developers, engineers, architects, and business leaders to gather and explore the latest advancements on AWS, innovations like generative AI, analytics, cloud operations, and best practices in cloud technology.  Participants can quickly boost their skills by choosing from over 2,000 educational sessions. The event lasts five days and offers keynotes, breakout sessions, chalk talks, interactive learning, and numerous opportunities to discover innovative ideas and make career-changing connections.  

Web Summit 

Date: Usually held in November. Central Event in Lisbon has not yet settled the dates for 2025, as you still have the opportunity to visit it between November 11-14, 2024.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Web Summit is the world's premier technology conference, attracting over 70,000 attendees from more than 160 countries to discuss the latest trends and innovations in technology and beyond. It covers various topics, including AI, cybersecurity, blockchain, fintech, sustainability, e-commerce, marketing, and digital transformation. Web Summit features an impressive lineup of speakers, including tech leaders, CEOs, founders, politicians, and celebrities who share insights on current trends. Attendees can connect with potential clients, investors, partners, and peers through structured networking sessions, informal meetups, and social events. Web Summit, held in Lisbon, is the company's flagship event. There are five other technology events globally: Web Summit Vancouver, Collision in Toronto, Web Summit Rio, Web Summit Qatar, and RISE in Hong Kong.