Global AI and Digital Summit 2026
The summit will bring together leaders from government, business, academia, civil society, and development organizations to explore practical actions for an AI future that expands opportunity for all. Sign up for updates and event reminders.
About #GADS2026
The Global AI & Digital Summit hosted by the World Bank Group in partnership with the Republic of Korea's Ministry of Finance and Economy (MOFE) and Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), will bring together leaders from government, business, academia, civil society, and development organizations in Seoul to explore how AI and digital technologies, including small AI, can create jobs, boost productivity, and expand access to services.
Audiences worldwide will be able to follow key discussions and participate online here on World Bank Live.
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Summit highlights
AI for Jobs and Growth
Explore how countries can harness AI and digital technologies to create jobs, boost productivity, and expand economic opportunity.
Closing the Digital Divide
Learn how affordable connectivity and devices, digital skills, private investment, and enabling ecosystems can help more people and businesses participate in the digital economy.
Digital Public Infrastructure
See how digital ID, payments, and secure data exchange can strengthen service delivery and provide the foundations for inclusive digital transformation.
Small AI, Big Impact
Discover locally relevant AI tools that can work in local languages and low-connectivity environments to support agriculture, health, education, entrepreneurship, public services, and communities.
Responsible AI for Development
Hear how governments, businesses, and development partners are working to manage risks, build effective governance frameworks, and ensure AI supports broad-based development and economic opportunity.
Dates, speakers, and event details will be announced closer to the event.
Watch in multiple languages
Public events will be streamed in English, with interpretation available in French, Arabic, Spanish, and Korean for selected sessions.
Resources
Explore research, analysis, and tools from the World Bank Group on AI and digital development:
- Global AI and Digital Summit 2026
- Small AI, Big Bets: How the World's Most Impactful AI Startups Will be Built in Emerging Markets
- World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence
- How to Ensure AI Serves the Public Good
- Small AI, Big Impact
- Accelerating Artificial Intelligence Investment in Emerging Markets
- Digital Progress and Trends Report 2025
- World Bank Group Digital and AI
Global AI and Digital Summit 2026
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