With just a hundred days until its inaugural edition, Nexus2050, the international tech event in Luxembourg, is refining its themes, announcing its first speakers, and partnerships

Featuring over 200 international and national speakers across 50 hours of presentations and discussions on four stages simultaneously, with over 100 exhibitors and more than 200 start-ups, Nexus2050 is not just an exhibition or symposium; it's a dynamic platform for future-shaping conversations.

"Nexus2050 is a global gathering for networking, learning, and generating business opportunities," explains Kamel Amroune, co-founder of the organizing EIG. "The anticipated audience, along with speakers and exhibitors, will come from all corners of the world, including Europe and Luxembourg. Nexus2050 will also serve as an excellent showcase for Luxembourg's top-notch technology offerings, both from private and institutional sectors."

For its inaugural edition, Nexus2050 announces Ukraine as the invited country. "We have partnered with the Luxembourg-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce to offer a comprehensive program, including three roundtable discussions, keynotes, and a selection of twenty Ukrainian startups with a focus on Cyberdefense, FinTech, Space & Telecom" notes Mike Koedinger, the second co-founder of Nexus2050. “We believe in the role of technology in sustainability, both playing a decisive function in achieving humanity's net-zero goal by 2050 and supporting the development and business in Ukraine despite being under attack”.

The central themes of Nexus2050 will revolve around AI in its various aspects: continuous innovations, productivity gains, ethical considerations, and its impact on governance and leadership. Additionally, Nexus2050 will address other topics such as Cybersecurity, Fintech, Sustainability, Digital Citizen, Knowledge, and Talent. "Luxembourg is an international financial hub, and technology plays a strategic role in its development," comments Kamel Amroune. "Therefore, we will discuss topics ranging from Regtech to Fintech, with significant presence from VCs and funds."

From its first edition, Nexus2050 occupies a strategic position in the Luxembourgish ecosystem, attracting investors to Luxembourg and companies considering establishing their European hubs. The official opening will be attended by H.R.H. the Crown Prince, and throughout the two days, interventions from ministers Xavier Bettel, Lex Delles, and Gilles Roth will take place. The Government of Luxembourg is an official partner of the event, along with the European Commission, City of Luxembourg and Luxinnovation. Last but not least, the Chamber of Commerce is Nexus2050 "Global Partner."

First confirmations regarding speakers include:

- Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg (Futurist, Entrepreneur)

- David Shrier (Futurist, Innovation Catalyst, Venture Capitalist)

- Eryka Lehr (Chief of Staff in Global Affairs Google)

- Toshihiko Otsuka (CEO, Rakuten Europe Bank)

- Chris Webb (Head of Climate Change Europe, HSBC)

- Bjorn Tremmerie (Head of Technology Investments, EIF)

- Jessica Holzbach (Serial Fintech Entrepreneur, CEO Pile Capital)

- Prof. Jens Kreisel (Rector, University of Luxembourg)

- Amélie de Valroger (Global Head of Consultancy and Electric Solutions, ALD Automotive)

- Pauline de Breteuil (Entrepreneur, Investor)

- Patrick Stäuble (Founder and CEO, Teylor)

A dynamic symposium

Featuring roundtable discussions, keynote talks, fireside chats, as well as pitch sessions ("Start-Up Spotlights"), 10x6 presentations (ten experts each presenting for six minutes on a single theme), and the "ReinventIT" (a fast-paced formula presenting a keynote, three startup pitches, and a roundtable discussion in 60 minutes, focused on a topic).

Institutional Partners

Numerous institutional partners have already joined the organization, including those from the financial sector (Luxembourg for Finance, Lhoft, ABBL, CSSF, CNPD, LPEA), as well as industry (Fedil), technology (42 Luxembourg, Digital Inclusion, Digital Learning House of Start-Ups, EU Tribes, Luxembourg Blockchain Lab, Luxembourg House of Cybersecurity, Luxembourg Media & Digital Design Centre, Luxembourg Open Innovation Center, Université Populaire, Wide), and sustainability (European Investment Fund, IMS). "Since the beginning of the year, we have engaged with numerous institutional actors," adds Mike Koedinger, "creating strategic partnerships such as with Luxinnovationand the University of Luxembourg, and many others to be announced soon."

Take advantage of the "Super Early Bird" rate

Tickets go on sale from March 25 (€250 for "super early bird" rate, €500 for "early bird" rate starting May 1, and "last chance" from June 1, 2024).

Student tickets are priced at €130 throughout the period, but students can apply for "sponsored tickets" from Luxembourgish employers starting May 1.

Nexus2050 embodies a boutique-style event; a gatheringcrafted to ignite inspiration while preserving an intimate, human-scale atmosphere offering opportunities to forge genuine connections.

Nexus2050 will take place on June 26 and 27, 2024, at Luxexpo – The Box (8am-9pm on June 26, 8am-7pm on June 27). Nexus2050 is organised by GIE Nexus2050, a joint-venture of Tech-Marketing-Agency The Dots and leading business media company Maison Moderne. For information and tickets: www.nexus2050.com