The prestigious international event, the , will take place on May 21–22, 2026, in Budapest at the buildings of Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME). This two-day, free scientific conference is jointly organized by HUN-REN Hungarian Research Network and one of Asia’s most prestigious and innovative technical universities, Nanyang Technological University, with the distinguished partnership of the Budapest University of Technology and Economics.
Bringing together some of the world’s leading experts, the event focuses on the scientific, industrial, and societal aspects of artificial intelligence. The aim of this prestigious symposium is to foster scientific dialogue and strengthen interinstitutional and international collaborations by bringing together globally recognized researchers and institutions in the field of artificial intelligence on a single platform. A key objective is to provide Hungarian researchers, young talents, university communities, developers, and innovative companies in Budapest with direct access to the international forefront of AI.
Participation may be particularly valuable for the university community because it:
- provides direct insight into the most important international trends and research directions in artificial intelligence, as well as into the scientific and innovation-driven thinking shaping the future;
- offers a unique learning opportunity, allowing participants to discover the latest results, application areas, and future prospects of the field from internationally renowned researchers and speakers;
- provides professional inspiration for students, researchers, and faculty members by offering first-hand insight into the scientific and industrial career paths, research directions, and collaboration models emerging in the field of artificial intelligence;
- creates meaningful networking opportunities by serving as a meeting point for academia, the research community, students, and representatives of the technology industry;
- may facilitate the establishment of future collaborations, including research partnerships, professional communities, industrial cooperation, or even future career opportunities;
- ensures a highly inspiring and professionally outstanding participation experience thanks to the internationally acclaimed speakers and the high prestige of the event.
Participation is free of charge, but registration and confirmation are required.
Date: May 21–22, 2026
Venue: Budapest, BME buildings
Website and registration: HUN-REN AI Symposium 2026