Taking place on June 10-11, 2026, Nexus returns with a curated "4-in-1" format designed to accelerate AI and technology for a better tomorrow. The summit will unite over 10,000 visitors from 50+ countries, bringing together EU policymakers, global experts and investors across four specialised zones: the Intelligence Forum (Applied AI and cybersecurity), the Fintech Sphere, the Luxembourg Makes It Happen Pavilion and the Startups & Scaleups Awards.

The Startups & Scaleups Awards, a global call for Innovation

Throughout the two-day conference, Nexus Luxembourg 2026 will feature 250 handpicked startups and scaleups from around the world who will compete across ten strategic categories: Cybersecurity, Data & AI, FinTech & Digital Finance, GovTech & Digital Society, Green & Climate Tech, Health & Biotech, Industry 4.0, Smart Mobility & Autonomous Driving, Space Tech, Web 3.0, Crypto and Digital Assets.

• The Call for Applications: International startups and scaleups are invited to apply until March 15, 2026. A high-level selection committee of VCs, industry experts and institutional leaders will vet candidates in three phases to select the final 250 participants.

• The Pitching Arena: During the summit, the 250 finalists will each have three minutes to convince a live jury of investors and hundreds of professionals on the dedicated Startup & Scaleup Stage. They will compete to make it to the Top 3 in their category, and ultimately for the title of “Nexus Luxembourg 2026 – Grand Winner: Startup/Scaleup of the Year.”

• The Rewards: Beyond the massive visibility and networking with 1,000+ C-level executives, the Grand Winner: Startup/Scaleup of the Year will walk away with a prize package worth €100,000. This includes €25,000 in cash and €75,000 in premium services (bespoke consultancy, workspace, and high-impact media exposure).

"Nexus Luxembourg is not just a conference; it is a catalyst for growth," says Mike Koedinger, CEO of Paperjam and co-founder of Nexus Luxembourg." By gathering the world’s most promising ventures in our 'Startup Hive', we are providing them with the exact tools, funding and connections needed to conquer the European market."