In today’s fast-moving technology world, staying ahead isn’t just about keeping up with the latest tools or news; it’s about being part of the narrative that shapes them.
Technology doesn’t stand still, and neither should we.
From AI and data science to cybersecurity and fintech, some or the other breakthroughs are happening every day.
And do you know the best part is? The people driving them are gathering at events across the Netherlands.
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However, on the other hand, 2025 also marks the end of an era!
End of an era: TNW is no more
After nearly two decades, Next Web (TNW), once the Netherlands’ flagship tech conference and media brand, is shutting down.
The Financial Times (FT), which owns TNW, has decided to close both the conference and its editorial team by September 2025.
This bittersweet moment shows the resilience of the Dutch tech scene and how it is evolving – as one chapter ends, new events are starting to take their place.
Why you should attend?
Attending events and conferences is more than just marking your presence in the crowd.
It is a direct chance to learn from industry leaders, explore real-world scenarios, and understand how emerging technologies can solve challenges in your business or career.
Looking for inspiration? You get to attend workshops, panels, and keynote sessions, often delivering insights which can spark ideas that reshape how you work.
Beyond learning, there is a vast chance for networking with founders, investors, and decision-makers. This can open doors you didn’t even know existed.
The Netherlands has become a hotbed for tech innovation, making it one of Europe’s most vibrant hubs for events, meetups and conferences.
If you are looking for some, worry not!
To help you stay on top of things, we’ve put together a list of the leading tech and startup events in the Netherlands for 2025 and 2026, starting with the most recent.
Big Data Expo
Dates: September 10–11, 2025
Location: Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
Focus: Data analytics, ethics, and tools
Big Data Expo 2025 is the premier event for all data enthusiasts. The two-day event will feature interactive sessions with 120 industry speakers and provide networking opportunities for over 4,000 professionals from various sectors, including marketing, IT, banking, and insurance.
Discussions will cover topics such as data-driven marketing strategies, IT innovation, and data management. This event aims to offer insights and practical tips to enhance work efficiency for attendees at all levels, from executives to analysts.
Whether one is a C-suite executive, a manager, or an analyst, Big Data Expo 2025 is the gateway to the latest trends and innovations in the data industry.
Click here to register your seat
The Amsterdam Startup Meetup 2025
Dates: September 22, 2025
Location: StartDock Coworking Singel, Amsterdam
The Amsterdam Startup Meetup 2025 gathers founders, investors, support organisations and other community members in the Dutch Startup Ecosystem for an evening of networking in a social setting.
This event is hosted by Startup Network Europe and StartDock.
Interested? You can register here
TechEx Europe
Dates: September 24–25, 2025
Location: RAI Amsterdam
Focus: AI, cybersecurity, IoT, and digital transformation
TechEx Europe is a two-day international exhibition and conference where top technology companies come together to showcase their cutting-edge solutions and innovations.
With a focus on the European tech scene, TechEx Europe is the place where businesses gather to share and shape the future of technology on the continent.
TechEx Europe consists of 5 co-located events — IoT, AI & Big Data, Cyber Security & Cloud, Digital Transformation and Data Centre Expos.
The event also covers the impact these technologies have on industries such as manufacturing, transport, supply chain, government, legal sectors, financial services, energy, utilities, insurance, healthcare, and retail.
You can register here.
Cyber Security & Cloud Expo Europe
Dates: September 24–25, 2025
Location: Amsterdam
Focus: AI, threat detection, and cloud security
The Cyber Security & Cloud Expo, part of TechEx Europe, is the premier event showcasing the latest in Application and Cloud Security, Hybrid Cloud, Data Protection, Identity and Access Management, Network and Infrastructure Defence, Risk and Compliance, Threat Intelligence, DevSecOps Integration, and more.
This two-day event provides a platform for exploring advanced cyber defence, risk management, zero trust architectures, and cloud security solutions.
You can join industry leaders to explore strategies, tools, and innovations shaping the future of secure, connected enterprises. If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technologies and their impact on business resilience, this is the place to be.
Register here to book your seat.
Level Up 2025
Dates: September 29, 2025
Location: Evoluon, Eindhoven
Focus: Startup acceleration and scaling
LEVEL UP 2025 is an event for founders and entrepreneurs focused on business growth and innovation.
In this event, attendees can connect with investors and other entrepreneurs, gain insights from industry experts, discuss challenges, and explore new ideas and business models.
The event also provides opportunities for networking and collaboration.
You can register here.
Amsterdam Fintech Event
Dates: October 1–3, 2025
Location: WTC & TNW Amsterdam
Focus: AI innovation, automation, and responsibility
The Amsterdam Fintech Event (AFE) is a premier three-day gathering for fintech professionals and enthusiasts, organised by the Holland Fintech Association and Cognito.
The event offers deep insights into the fintech sector through diverse sessions focused on knowledge exchange, networking, and exploring trends.
Over the course of three days, sessions are held at the World Trade Centre (WTC) and The Next Web (TNW), Amsterdam. This approach allows AFE attendees to explore the city and visit some of the most influential locations in fintech and finance in the Netherlands.
In 2025, themes will include AI in Fintech, the Future of Payments, Tokenisation and Digital Assets, and Embedded Finance. AFE is an essential event for anyone involved in the future of financial technology.
You can register here to book your seat.
World Summit AI (WSAI)
Dates: October 8–9, 2025
Location: Taets Art & Event Park, Amsterdam
Focus: AI innovation, automation, and responsibility
The 9th edition of the World Summit AI (WSAI) is returning to Amsterdam, promising another exciting event. Regarded as one of the most vibrant events on Artificial Intelligence (AI), WSAI provides a platform for AI experts and enthusiasts to connect, share knowledge, and grow together. The event will feature the full AI ecosystem, startups, academics, investors, business leaders, all the big tech companies, and the brightest AI brains as speakers.
This year’s themes include: Frontier AI, Collaborative Intelligence, Physical AI, Intelligent Learning, Moonshot Mothership, Technical Deep Dives and much more.
You can book here.
CES Unveiled Europe
Dates: October 28, 2025
Location: Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Focus: Consumer electronics and startup innovations
CES Unveiled is back in Amsterdam with a new name — CES Unveiled Europe.
The event will showcase emerging technologies and provide an opportunity for attendees to connect with industry leaders, government officials, and media.
The event also provides direct access for exhibitors to investors, enhancing opportunities for growth and collaboration.
The Global Venture Network (GVN) supports over 26,000 startups globally by connecting them with venture leaders, accelerators, and resources to help them succeed in various categories, including capital and strategic partnerships.
WisdomTree offers a range of financial products, including exchange-traded funds, with a focus on investment efficiency and performance.
During CES Unveiled Europe, selected startups can participate in mentorship sessions with experienced investors and industry experts.
Key mentors include Jessica Adams, a MedTech leader; David Beckett, a pitch coach who has helped numerous startups secure funding; Daniel Gebler, CTO of Picnic, an online grocery store; Aaron Linnane, a communications leader in the tech ecosystem; Michael Musandu, CEO of Lalaland, focused on representation in fashion; and Ingrid Tappin, founder of Diverse Leaders in Tech, who advocates for diverse leadership in the AI era.
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) is hosting the CES Unveiled Europe Pitch Battle on October 28, 2025, in Amsterdam, inviting startups to showcase their technology.
Judged by investors and business leaders, this competition provides an opportunity for selected startups to advance their businesses.
The winner will earn a booth at Eureka Park during CES 2026 in Las Vegas, along with hotel accommodation and additional promotional opportunities.
You can register here
The Amsterdam AI Conference 2026
Dates: January 29, 2026
Location: Rode Hoed, Amsterdam
Focus: Artificial intelligence and its impact
The Amsterdam AI Conference 2026 gathers 300 business and tech leaders for an evening of great content and networking. It is hosted by Startup Network Europe.
You can register here.
DEVWorld 2026
Dates: May 7 – 8, 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Focus: LLMs, engineering management, full-stack development,
The Devworld Conference will focus on connecting the global developer community, featuring sessions from major companies such as Google, Philips, Gartner, Netflix, IBM, AWS, and Microsoft.
Topics will include leadership in the AI era, implementations of large language models, engineering management, JavaScript and full-stack development, DevOps processes, cloud setups, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in panels, product releases, and discussions led by industry leaders. Networking events and team-building activities will be a part of the experience.
You can register here
Money20/20 Europe 2026
Dates: June 2–4, 2026
Location: RAI, Amsterdam
Focus: Fintech innovations and financial services
Money20/20 Europe is a key event in the fintech industry where various players from the money ecosystem, such as banks, payments, technology, startups, retail, and policy, gather to make significant connections.
It serves as a platform for decision-makers to engage in discussions, share insights, and form partnerships.
The event facilitates an environment for networking and collaboration, allowing participants to explore new ideas and opportunities.
With over 2,300 attending companies, it is an important gathering for those looking to influence the future of fintech.
If you’re serious about shaping what’s next, there’s only one place to be.
Register here to book a seat.
Hello Tomorrow Global Summit
Dates: June 11–12, 2026
Location: Amsterdam (new location)
Focus: Deep tech, quantum computing, and photonics
The Hello Tomorrow Global Summit brings together founders and scientists to address key challenges, discuss the ethical implications of emerging technologies, and showcase promising early-stage startups.
Key activities include the Global Challenge Finals, where top startups pitch their ideas, and opportunities for networking, collaboration, and insights from industry leaders and venture capitalists.
You can register your interest here
Realize LIVE Europe 2026
Dates: June 29 – July 1, 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Focus: Digital transformation and industrial innovation
Realize LIVE is a conference for users of Siemens software, bringing together technical users, industry leaders, and partners.
It focuses on digital transformation and workplace efficiency, attracting a diverse group of customers, prospects, and Siemens experts.
The event lets you explore breakout sessions, technical tracks, training and more. More than 60 per cent of sessions were led by customers, sharing real-world insights.
Register here
The MarTech Summit Amsterdam 2026
Dates: June 16, 2026
Location: Amsterdam
Focus: Effective networking, insightful conversations, genuine connections
The MarTech Summit Amsterdam event gathers over 150 senior decision-makers to discuss current marketing strategies. With the majority of attendees in leadership roles, such as CMOs and Directors, participants have the opportunity for high-level discussions.
The summit emphasises effective networking, insightful conversations, and the development of genuine connections. Attendees can expect to gain new ideas, practical insights, and build lasting relationships.
You can register here, if you are interested.
