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Newsroom highlights

Latest conference announcements shaping GTC 2026

From global keynote reveals to ecosystem partnerships and travel logistics, our newsroom captures the essential updates you need before you land in Barcelona. Stay close to the energy of the conference and secure your seat early.

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Speaker reveal

Nadia Hassan to deliver the opening keynote on sovereign AI

The founder of QuantaForge joins the opening day lineup, mapping the future of regional AI infrastructure and open ecosystems.

Meet the speakers
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Ecosystem partnerships

Global cloud coalition joins the sponsor lineup

Six multinational providers will power the 2026 innovation campus and co-host the sustainable compute summit.

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Travel & access

Updated arrival windows and workshop badge flow

We have expanded check-in and added multilingual support desks to reduce wait times for international delegates.

News & Updates

Latest announcements shaping GTC 2026

Keynote reveals, agenda milestones, and partner announcements — all curated for global attendees. Follow the newest releases and plan your path from speakers to workshops and travel logistics.

Keynote June 9, 2026

Global AI pioneer Dr. Hana Okoye joins as opening keynote

A visionary research leader from Nairobi, Dr. Okoye will map the decade ahead in applied intelligence, from sustainable compute to responsible deployment.

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Agenda June 7, 2026

Three-day agenda now live with 220+ sessions

Explore day-by-day tracks on AI, climate tech, product innovation, and venture growth. Build your schedule now.

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Sponsors June 5, 2026

Aurora Cloud joins as platinum partner

A new sustainability-focused cloud provider brings a global pavilion and innovation grants for student founders.

Workshops June 3, 2026

Hands-on labs expanded with 40 new seats

Advanced AI safety labs, rapid prototyping sprints, and open-source scaling sessions added across all three days.

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Travel June 1, 2026

Global travel guidance updated for attendees

New visa timelines, airport transfer routes, and carbon-conscious hotel options now available for international delegates.

Community May 29, 2026

Community innovation grants open for 2026

Local organizers can apply for micro-grants supporting inclusive meetups, accessibility services, and student travel support.

Newsroom Dispatch

Fresh stories, sharper agenda, and the speakers everyone is buzzing about.

Stay ahead of the global tech conversation with daily blog drops, newly published agenda tracks, and spotlight interviews. Your next breakthrough session is already on the schedule.

Blog Desk

Deep dives, launch interviews, and executive perspectives.

Agenda Pulse

New workshop labs and investor sessions added.

Speaker Spotlight

Keynotes confirmed from five continents.

Ticketing Alert

Group rates and student passes now live.