WORLD FORUM ON DATA SPACES & AI 2026

For the first time, Luxembourg will host the International Open Forum on Data Society (IOFDS), a global landmark gathering shaping the future of data governance, trusted data sharing, and innovation in AI.
This high level event brings together international policymakers, CEOs, industry leaders, researchers, innovators, and public sector stakeholders to explore concrete pathways toward a trustworthy and prosperous global data society.

📅 The programme will include:

🔒 3–4 March 2026 – IOFDS Member Closed Door Meetings hosted at the University of Luxembourg, gathering IOFDS members for in‑depth discussions on data governance, standards, data sovereignty, and international cooperation.

🎤 5 March 2026 – Public High Level Conference
European Convention Center Luxembourg (ECCL)
Showcasing real world Data Space and AI use cases in:
• 🏭 Industry
• 🏥 Healthcare
• 🚀 Space
• 🛡️ Defence
…and more.

Co-hosted by Luxembourg National Data Services (LNDS), Dataspace4Luxembourg, the University of Luxembourg, and Data Spaces Hub Luxembourg, the forum provides an exceptional platform for thought leadership, knowledge exchange, and international collaboration.

✍️ Register here: https://identials.lu/lnds/registration/World_Forum_DataSpaces_AI_2026

🔍 More information about the event: https://www.lnds.lu/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IOFDS-flyer_compressed.pdf

🌎 About IOFDS
The International Open Forum on Data Society is a global community committed to building standards and solutions that empower a trustworthy digital future.
IOFDS drives Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT) while upholding data sovereignty, and contributes policy recommendations through its biannual roundtables.
Its network includes organisations from 35+ countries, spanning industry and academia.
https://iofds.org/