Where Artificial Intelligence shapes strategic decisions
Featuring the research excellence of the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca.
The business forum where CEOs, investors and decision-makers meet the people building the future of AI — from business strategy and critical infrastructure to advanced technologies and applied research. Two days, one room, the conversations that shape what comes next.
The forum at a glance
- Format2 days · on-site
- Day 1AI, Business & Infrastructure
- Day 2AI Technologies & Research
- AudienceCEOs · Investors · Gov
Where Artificial Intelligence meets the boardroom
AI Technologies & Research Forum is a business-first forum connecting CEOs, investors, industry leaders, researchers and public-sector decision-makers. The forum explores how artificial intelligence drives economic competitiveness, strategic investments, critical infrastructure development and enterprise transformation, bridging business with advanced technology and applied research.
The forum is held in partnership with the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, ensuring that the dialogue on AI strategy and critical infrastructure is grounded in the latest research and technological advancements.
Executive keynotes
Global leaders on the strategic impact of AI.
Critical Infrastructure & Industrial AI
Exploring AI across energy, digital infrastructure, industrial systems and operational resilience.
Executive networking
Decision-makers, capital and founders in one room.
Real business cases
How enterprises turn AI into measurable ROI.
The room where the most important conversations happen
Where CEOs, investors and policy makers meet, forge alliances and shape what comes next. This is not just a conference — it's access to the inner circle deciding how AI reshapes business, critical infrastructure, investment and industry.
The people on stage
Leaders, researchers and builders shaping how AI is used in business, critical infrastructure, industry and applied research.
Guiding the conversation
More than a conference
Strategic insight
Discover how AI is reshaping competitiveness, strategic investments and business decisions.
The right room
Meet CEOs, investors, founders and public-sector leaders shaping AI.
Critical Infrastructure & Investment
Explore AI investments and transformation across energy, digital infrastructure and strategic industries.
Real business cases
How enterprises deploy AI — with numbers, mistakes and results.
AI research
Frontier and applied research, straight from the labs shaping AI.
University partnership
Held with the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca — research meets industry.
AI Innovation & Showcases
Discover emerging AI companies, applied technologies and opportunities for business collaboration.
On-demand content
Post-event access to recordings of the main sessions.
Registration is now closed
Tickets for the 2026 edition are no longer available. If you have already registered, your seat is confirmed — we look forward to seeing you on 18–19 November at Grand Hotel Italia, Cluj-Napoca.
2-Day Pass
Registration closed. For questions about an existing booking, write to contact@aiforum.ro.
- Full access to both days: AI Business & Infrastructure and AI Technologies & Research
- Lunch & networking receptions
- Demo zone access
- Post-event session recordings
- Not included — AIRi@UTCN official inauguration
Tickets no longer available
We are no longer accepting new registrations for the 2026 edition. If you already signed up, your seat is confirmed and you will receive the final details by email. For anything else, write to contact@aiforum.ro.
Grand Hotel Italia
Cluj-Napoca
A premium venue in the heart of Transylvania — top conference halls, dedicated networking spaces and easy access. The right setting for a business-first AI forum.
- AddressStr. Vasile Conta, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- HallsMain Stage, workshop rooms & Demo Zone
- ScheduleNovember 18–19, 2026 · 09:00–18:00
- AccessOn-site parking · 10 min from the centre
Everything you need to know
The forum is designed for CEOs, business leaders, investors, founders, technology executives and public-sector decision-makers interested in AI adoption, economic competitiveness, critical infrastructure and strategic investments.
The two-day pass is €180 + VAT. One pass covers both days — AI Business & Infrastructure and AI Technologies & Research. Seats are limited.
Fill in the registration form above with your details and billing information. Our team receives your request and sends the invoice and seat confirmation by email.
November 18–19, 2026, at Grand Hotel Italia in Cluj-Napoca. Full details on halls and access are in the Venue section.
The forum is held in both Romanian and English, with simultaneous Romanian–English translation — so every guest can follow all sessions.
Take your seat at AI Technologies & Research Forum
Limited seats. Be in the room where business, investment and technology shape the future of AI.
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