Digital World Conference DWC 2026

The DWC promotes the mission of Speed Inclusive Innovation ,Safety for All, and Share Global Gains.

Palais des Nations, Geneva, Switzerland

Apr/20/2026

AI for the Future Summit

Join global leaders, innovators, and educators for the Al for the FutureSummit under the theme "Innovation, inspiration, lmpact."Lead by the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) and UnitedNations DWC, this summit is a high-level international event focused on Alinnovation, talent development, and global ethics.

Kane Hall Auditorium 130, University of Washington, Seattle

Feb/28/2026

ASEAN-CHINA GBA Forum on Artificial Intelligence Cooperation

As the core special session of the 2025 Greater Bay Area-ASEAN Economic Cooperation (Qianhai) Forum, the “Greater Bay Area-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Forum” (on the afternoon of November 28) is hosted by the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) and the Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Society. With the theme “Connecting ASEAN with Intelligence: AI-Driven New Model of Industrial Cooperation”, it focuses on key AI-related directions (including trustworthy governance and technological innovation) — serving as a targeted exchange platform to deepen AI industrial synergy between the Greater Bay Area and ASEAN.

Qianhai,China

Nov/28/2025

Trusted Digital ldentity for People & Al:From UN Strategy to Dpl Deployment

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will convene Digital@UNGA during the 2025 United Nations General Assembly, creating a space to spotlight digital cooperation across a range of activities and organizations. Through a flagship Anchor Event and a diverse programme of Affiliate Sessions, Digital@UNGA will bring together leaders, innovators, youth, and civil society to explore how digital can be a force for good, for people and prosperity. During the "Digital@UNGA" summit, the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) hosted a side event titled "Trusted Digital Identity for Humans and AI: From UN Strategies to Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Deployment." This side event centered on the three core principles of "interoperability, privacy protection, and inclusive design," addressing both "humans and AI agents" as dual entities. Discussions were held to share technological practices, policy experiences, and case studies, aiming to address implementation bottlenecks and provide pathways for the global scalability of United Nations digital identity initiatives.

Online via Zoom

Sep/24/2025

Al x Cybersecurity Forum

In an era where AI is transforming our digital landscape, safeguarding governance and cybersecurity is essential to ensure quality innovation and confident adoption. As AI applications—from chatbots and automation to fraud detection and healthcare—continue to expand, we face a dual challenge: protecting systems from emerging threats while leveraging AI to strengthen cybersecurity defenses. Join us at the AI x Cybersecurity Forum, where we'll collaborate with leading cybersecurity alliances and ecosystem partners to explore strategies for navigating this critical frontier and building a secure, innovative future powered by AI.

HK

May/14/2026

Data+AI Side Event for the 10th STI Forum

The United Nations Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (STI Forum 2025) is a high-level annual platform convened under the auspices of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). It brings together governments, scientists, innovators, and civil society to advance the role of science, technology, and innovation in achieving the 2030 Agenda. As part of the 10th STI Forum in 2025, this side event titled "Data+AI for Sustainable Industries Growth" will explore how data and artificial intelligence (AI) can transform industrial systems, enable sustainable economic practices, and promote inclusive development. Through keynote presentations and global case studies, the event will highlight how advanced technologies are reshaping value chains, driving productivity, and enhancing global cooperation toward the SDGs.

New York

May/08/2025

I.CAIO HK FORUM

The I.CAIO (International Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer) certification training program was officially launched by the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) at the 27th United Nations Science and Technology Conference, held at the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, in April 2024. This program aims to cultivate senior talents capable of comprehensively leading and managing enterprise AI strategies, helping enterprises fully leverage AI technology for continuous innovation and digital transformation. Through systematic training in the I.CAIO certification program, participants will receive professional instruction from industry leaders across ten modules (including strategy, technology, business, and governance), comprehensively expanding their knowledge and enhancing their strategic capabilities; they will also strengthen their engineering practice skills through individual, group, and enterprise project assignments.

HK

Oct/16/2024

Digital World Conference: AI STR Forum (Artificial Intelligence: Safety, Trust, and Responsibiility Forum)

The 3rd Global AI Action Summit 2025, hosted by the French government and co-organized by the Indian government, will take place in Paris on February 10-11, 2025. The summit will bring together leaders from nearly 100 countries to reach a consensus on the secure development of artificial intelligence.As a subforum of the AI Action Summit in Hong Kong, the Artificial Intelligence Safety, Trust, and Responsibility Forum (AI STR Forum) will be held at Cyberport, Hong Kong. The forum will gather academicians, executives from leading tech companies, and representatives from international organizations to directly address the security concerns arising from large AI models such as ChatGPT, Sora, and DeepSeek. Discussions will focus on how to balance technological innovation with security risks in the AI era and promote the secure implementation of AI in industries.

CyberArena,Cyberport

Feb/27/2025

Summit of the Future Action Days Side Event

In an AI era where digital technology permeates all aspects of life, the creation of a global identity framework represents a pivotal advancement in protecting and promoting human rights as enshrined in the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This side event aims to foster a constructive dialogue on developing a world identity strategy that leverages digital technology to enhance human rights protections, bridge physical and digital worlds, and govern non-human identity.

New York

Sep/21/2024

The 27th UN CSTD Side Event ：Shaping the Future of AI

The 27th Session of the UN Commission on Science and Technology for Development (the 27th UN CSTD Annual Meeting), scheduled for April 15-19, 2024, is organized by the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (UN CSTD). As a ministerial-level conference in the UN science and technology sector, it focuses on two main themes: leveraging data for development and strengthening global scientific and technological innovation cooperation. The conference will gather over 220 member states, international organizations, and the private sector, sharing experiences and best practices, and providing insights into key trends in scientific and technological innovation to drive global scientific and technological innovation cooperation. During the 27th UN CSTD Annual Meeting, WDTA will organize an AI breakfast event titled Shaping the Future of AI at the 27th UN CSTD Annual Meeting.

Room XXll, Building E of the Palais des Nations

Apr/16/2024

Digital World Conference Geneva Summit

A high-level international summit on AI frontiers, education and talent development, industry innovation, and social responsibility.This event will be a pre-conference of Digital World Conference (DWC) 2026, to be held at the Palais des Nations (UN European HQ) in Geneva, Switzerland in April 2026.

Room Londres, Crowne Plaza Geneva, Avenue Louis Casaï 75-77, 1216 Geneva, Switzerland

Apr/14/2024

Digital World Conference Leading Forum

The Digital World Conference Leading Forum (DWC Leading Forum) is the first important event of DWC. The forum provided a platform for global digital leaders to share insights and explore the latest trends, unleashing WDTA's voice and actions in the digital field.

Ningbo, China

Oct/13/2023