Tech & Artificial Intelligence

Amsterdam has long established itself as a formidable player on the international tech scene. Pioneers like Adyen and WeTransfer started here, while more than 450 multinationals, including Tesla, Miele X and Netflix have their global or European headquarters in Amsterdam. As AI plays a bigger part in tech innovation, Amsterdam is increasingly serving as an effective living lab for AI solutions. Microsoft established its AI research lab here in 2021 , following the Dutch government’s pioneering Strategic Action Plan for AI in 2019, and AI companies including ABB, Brain Corp and Wonderkind are also relocating here, as the city is fast becoming a hub for game-changing applications in many fields. With digitalisation becoming a greater priority for Amsterdam, tech and AI applications are increasingly crossing over into other sectors – helping ensure a more sustainable future in Amsterdam and beyond.

What makes Amsterdam a great place for tech events

• The city is home to industry giants, multinationals and startups in fintech, medtech and cleantech.
• Amsterdamconsistently ranks highly for digital connectivity, with some of Europe’s fastest broadband speeds and excellent digital infrastructure.
• Amsterdam is one of the world's most AI-ready cities, thanks to national policies, world-leading research and a thriving startup ecosystem. The city effectively serves as a 'living lab' with the highest number of urban AI initiatives globally.
• Amsterdam venues boast state-of-the-art tech to showcase innovations.

Read more about what makes Amsterdam the right choice for your tech event.

Connectivity and digitalisation

From digital infrastructure to collaboration and partnerships across its thriving tech sectors and research hubs, Amsterdam is superlatively connected. The city boasts unbeatable infrastructure, home to the AMS-IX internet exchange and the NL-IX – plus 98% fast broadband coverage and 99% 4G coverage. It also regularly ranks highly for its digitalisation and connectivity: coming second globally in DHL’s Global Connectedness Report 2024. 

Plus, the national Dutch Digitalization Strategy contributes to a lasting future of investment and innovation across the country – encouraging crossovers into and sustainable solutions for other industries such as smart mobility and agritech.

Tech and AI conferences in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s tech scene attracts many conferences and events to the city, with executives, investors and policymakers from around the world keen to learn more about emerging tech and the state of the digital world.

Amsterdam has welcomed the International Broadcasting Convention, the world’s most influential media and broadcasting conference, for three decades. The city is also home to the landmark TNW Conference, which held its 17th edition in 2023, and the Devworld annual conference for software engineers.

Movers and shakers of the AI world have also found an inspirational home in Amsterdam, including the World Summit AI, the world’s leading event gathering the global AI ecosystem, and Mozfest, another global, hybrid tech and AI event.

How Amsterdam Convention Bureau can help

The Amsterdam Convention Bureau can help you organise impactful conferences and meetings that truly add value for delegates, local businesses and residents alike. We can connect you to Amsterdam’s active tech community, from big corporations to the most promising startups. We work independently and offer a number of free services. Contact our team to help you find the right locations in Amsterdam for your event or answer any questions about hosting meetings.