Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026 opens up new horizons for innovation and brings together industry leaders
The Bengaluru Tech Summit traditionally gathers thousands of representatives from the technology business, science, and startup communities from around the world, drawing attention to Asia as a global center of innovation. In 2026, this event promises to become not just another platform for experience exchange, but a significant catalyst for change for the entire industry.
How exactly does BTS 2026 differ from previous forums, is it capable of changing the balance of power in the global technology market, and why do the largest corporations and investors consider participation essential?
What is the Bengaluru Tech Summit and why is it important
Bengaluru Tech Summit is an annual international platform where IT industry leaders, venture investors, technology entrepreneurs, and representatives of government agencies meet. The history of this event dates back to 1998, when the first Bangalore IT.in conference was held.
Since 2018, the forum has acquired a modern format, combining an innovation exhibition, panel discussions, and a business program. According to the organizers, in 2025 the event was attended by more than 50,000 participants from 30 countries, including 400 companies and 2,000 startups.
Bangalore was not chosen by chance as the venue: the city is considered the "Indian Silicon Valley," where major IT clusters, international corporations, and fast-growing technology startups are concentrated. The location emphasizes the unique role of the region in the global innovation economy.
What makes BTS stand out among other forums
There are dozens of prestigious forums in the global technology market, such as Web Summit in Lisbon, Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, and Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona.
However, it is Bengaluru Tech Summit that stands out for its focus on deep technological innovations (deep-tech), openness to international cooperation, and the involvement of government institutions in the development of the ecosystem.
The forum is known for its strong support of startups: in 2024, five international agreements were signed here at once between young companies and major investors (according to wdo.org). Many participants note that at BTS, partnerships are often born that are transformed into successful products in the shortest possible time.
It is planned that a record number of participants will deliver talks at the 2026 forum. Moreover, talks will be delivered not only by representatives of world-renowned companies, but also by local brands and startups.
For example, speakers from a battery and accumulator recycling startup are expected to present, sharing information about a new eco-friendly technology. Representatives of a website with the best offers for playing Andar Bahar, which you can find here, will also showcase their ideas and developments. In addition to them, representatives of the food industry and tourism will also be given the floor.
Main directions and key topics of the 2026 forum
BTS organizers traditionally announce dozens of thematic tracks covering the most relevant challenges of the global technology market. In 2026, the following areas will be in focus:
- Deep-tech and IT: development of quantum computing, edge AI (artificial intelligence operating on edge devices), implementation of 5G, and improvement of digital infrastructure. Examples of such projects already appeared at BTS 2025, when Indian startups presented platforms for quantum modeling.
- Artificial Intelligence and Data: discussion of new opportunities in generative AI, neural network training, and examples of machine learning applications in medicine, finance, and industry. In previous years, particular interest was aroused by big data analytics solutions for smart cities.
- Health and Biotechnology: digital health and healthtech tracks are dedicated to the integration of IT in healthcare, development of next-generation diagnostics, and the use of biotechnology for personalized medicine. In 2024, this approach enabled a team from India to enter the US market with a new biosensor.
- Startup ecosystem and investment: numerous B2B meetings, pitch sessions for young teams, presentations of new business models. According to experts, participation in BTS provides direct access to the largest funds in Southeast Asia.
- International cooperation: creation of platforms for transnational projects, exchange of experience between leading countries, and connection to global markets. Already in 2025, the summit hosted panel discussions with representatives from China, the USA, and Europe on issues of digital regulation.
- Sustainable development and climate-tech: environmental and resource-saving technologies, tools for the transition of industry to a low-carbon economy. In 2024, solutions for climate risk monitoring were presented.
Opportunities and advantages for participants
Bengaluru Tech Summit traditionally offers participants a unique set of opportunities. For startups, this is a chance to present their development to international investors, receive expert feedback, and win grants for development (according to bengalurutechsummit statistics, every tenth team presented receives offers for cooperation).
Corporations find new partners here, participate in collaborations, and track trends at an early stage of formation. Investors note quick access to promising projects and the opportunity to get to know the team in person. Researchers use the summit as a platform for scientific dialogue, publication of results, and searching for grants. Additionally, participants gain access to B2B sessions, international consultations, and exclusive educational programs.
What BTS 2026 can bring
According to preliminary estimates by the organizers, BTS 2026 will attract a record number of foreign companies and investors. The focus will be on cross-industry deep-tech solutions at the intersection of medicine, energy, and IT, as well as sustainable development projects. According to ICT2GO analysts, the climate-tech direction will enter a new stage: participation of major players from Europe and Japan is expected.
Experts predict a strengthening of the role of public-private partnership — representatives of ministries have announced the launch of new grant programs to support startups in the field of artificial intelligence. In the professional community, scenarios are being discussed in which BTS will become an entry point for global alliances uniting Asian and Western developers. The significance of the event is high, as it is here that decisions may be made that will affect the structure of the global technology market in the coming years.
