The AI For Future 2026 event in San Francisco has successfully concluded, marking a significant gathering of 250 entrepreneurs, investors, corporate executives, AI specialists, and institutional representatives from around the globe. The event, organized by WMF – We Make Future and Search On Media Group, aimed to foster international collaboration and investment opportunities in artificial intelligence. Attendees from regions including Europe, the United States, and Asia highlighted the event’s role in bridging technology communities across global markets.
Held at Mind The Bridge, the event was supported by the Italian Trade Agency and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. It featured a diverse lineup of speakers, including Leonardo Nasi from the Consulate General of Italy in San Francisco and Giosafat Riganò from the Italian Trade Agency in Los Angeles. Discussions centered on generative AI’s transformative potential, with contributions from Silicon Valley entrepreneur Jerry Kaplan and Cosmano Lombardo, Founder and CEO of Search On Media Group. The dialogue emphasized opportunities in sectors like Physical AI, advanced manufacturing, and cybersecurity.
One of the highlights was the panel discussion titled “Beyond the AI Hype: Who Will Build, Fund, and Own the Future?” featuring industry leaders such as Alicia Hanf of LG NOVA and Angelo Del Priore of HP Tech Ventures. The panel explored AI investment, corporate adoption, and the challenges facing emerging technology companies. Additionally, insights into European AI development trends were shared by Alessandro Piva of the European Digital Tech Watch.
The event also set the stage for future initiatives, announcing the “Beyond the Game” track, to be introduced at WMF – We Make Future 2027 in Bologna, Italy. This initiative will delve into the intersection of sports, AI, and technology. Another presentation highlighted Albania’s tech ecosystem through Durana Tech Park, illustrating its role as a special economic zone.
The AI 4 Future Startup Competition saw nine startups compete, with TerraSpark, a Luxembourg-based developer of space-based solar power systems, securing first place. Salute360 and MON5 followed in second and third place, respectively. The competition winners earned exhibition opportunities at future AI festivals and meetings with venture capital funds.
As the WMF International Roadshow continues, upcoming events are scheduled for Bengaluru, Thessaloniki, and beyond. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation between innovation ecosystems worldwide, culminating in significant gatherings in Bologna and Riyadh in 2027.
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