Rome will host one of Europe's leading frontier technology gatherings this November, as preparations for AIBC World 2026 move into their final stages. The summit is set to convene companies, investors and decision-makers working across artificial intelligence, blockchain, fintech, gaming and digital innovation.

The event will take place at Fiera Roma, one of Europe's largest exhibition venues, uniting AIBC, SiGMA, FX.World and AGS under a single cross-industry format. Organisers expect approximately 1,000 exhibitors, 300 speakers and 30,000 delegates, describing the occasion as "a global platform where technology leaders, entrepreneurs and investors can connect, exchange ideas and explore new opportunities across emerging sectors." The single-venue, cross-sector format reflects the growing overlap between AI, blockchain and fintech.

AIBC Hall to Anchor Blockchain and AI Payments

A central feature of this year's edition is the introduction of the AIBC Hall, located in Hall 7 of the venue. Positioned as one of Europe's largest dedicated blockchain expo spaces, the hall will concentrate blockchain and AI payment service provider companies within a single environment, giving attendees access to infrastructure providers, exchanges and custody solutions. The space will also house a dedicated AIBC Stage, where expert-led panels will examine developments, challenges and opportunities across blockchain, AI and emerging technologies.

Confirmed exhibitors include Bitcoin.com, Blockchain.com, Transak, Gate, CertiK, BitGo, Fireblocks, Chainalysis, TradingView and Alchemy Pay — a lineup spanning exchanges, wallets, payment rails, market analytics, security and compliance analytics, and institutional custody, the core layers of today's digital-asset infrastructure stack.

Speakers, Startup Pitch and Networking Agenda

The conference programme will feature founders, investors, policymakers and technology executives, including Tim Draper, Founder of Draper Associates; Charlie Lee, Creator of Litecoin; Reeve Collins, Chairman and Co-Founder of STBL & WeFi; Felix Fan, CEO of Trust Wallet; Arthur Breitman, Co-Founder of Tezos; and Brando Benifei, Member of the European Parliament. Benifei's inclusion adds a regulatory dimension to the programme at a time when EU frameworks for AI and digital assets are actively shaping how companies in these sectors operate.

The AIBC Startup Pitch competition will return as part of the event, open to startups operating in crypto, blockchain, Web3 and artificial intelligence. Six finalists will present their projects on stage before investors, accelerators and industry leaders — a window into where early-stage innovation across these fields is currently heading.

Alongside the exhibition and conference content, organisers have scheduled a series of networking activities, including the iGathering Networking Cocktail at Lanterna di Fuksas, the SiGMA Nexus Elite Golf Tour and the AIBC & FX Awards. Set in Rome's historic surroundings, the awards ceremony will recognise performers across AI, crypto, blockchain, fintech and emerging technology, and will also feature a charitable art auction.

With AI, blockchain and digital finance continuing to reshape global industries, AIBC World 2026 is positioned as a meeting point for those building and investing in frontier technology. Signals worth watching from Rome include the six startup finalists' pitches, the expert-led panels in the AIBC Hall and the winners recognised across AI, crypto, blockchain and fintech at the awards. Registration is open ahead of the November dates in Rome.

Source: Metaverse Post