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SUMMARY:Immersive Tech Week
DESCRIPTION:Europe’s leading festival for immersive innovation — where creativity\, technology and business connect to shape the future. Featuring 2\,500+ professionals\, 200+ speakers and 100+ companies from over 90 countries for 3 days of inspiration\, connection and business growth.
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/immersive-tech-week/
LOCATION:Rotterdam\, The Netherlands
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SUMMARY:We Make Future
DESCRIPTION:We Make Future is business\, training\, and innovation accelerator that connects companies\, digital agencies\, software houses\, startups & scale-ups\, institutions\, and investors from 90 countries. 70\,000 square meters of exhibition space\, over 700 exhibitors\, 2\,800 B2B meetings\, over 100 side events dedicated to business and open innovation\, and 90 training rooms. Within the BolognaFiere exhibition center\, WMF brings together the best of global innovation. \n 
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/we-make-future/
LOCATION:Bologna\, Italy
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SUMMARY:CYBERLÄND 2026
DESCRIPTION:CYBERLÄND 2026 is the future conference for immersive technologies. As part of the Futuromundo Festival\, the Immersive Future Convention brings together stakeholders from business\, education\, research\, politics\, and the creative scene to discuss the future of XR\, AI\, and spatial media.
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/cyberland-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260630T110000
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SUMMARY:Shaping Europe's Virtual Worlds: the role of National Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:What does Europe’s virtual future look like — and who gets to shape it? \nJoin us on June 17th for the closing session of the OpenVerse dialogue series with National Initiatives from across Europe to take stock of what’s been built and chart the road ahead. From the OpenVerse Observatory to the Technological Framework\, discover the tools that are already redefining how Europe approaches virtual worlds — and hear directly from the Virtual Worlds Association about their vision for the next chapter of European R&I. This is more than a closing session: it’s the launchpad for a self-sustaining\, collaborative European ecosystem. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation.
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/shaping-europes-virtual-worlds-the-role-of-national-initiatives/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260702T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260702T170000
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SUMMARY:Roadmapping and Policy Recommendations for Virtual Worlds and Web 4.0
DESCRIPTION:Picking things up from our previous online workshop on the topic\, this second webinar will have the objective of enhancing with diversely sourced insights OPENVERSE’s final targeted Roadmap\, providing up-to-date material on the related work carried out so far\, and taking stock of the evolution of the Virtual Worlds’ landscape\, in a fast-changing context – finally leading to a strategically tuned Roadmap for the years to come. \nThis event will have limited virtual seats\, so selected registered participants will be informed once selected to join. \nThe envisioned structure\, in a nutshell: \n\nSummary of the work carried out so far\, outlining the triple mission of enhancing the Roadmap.\nPresentations\, on the state of affairs of the SRIA endeavour\, and on how\, as of July 2026\, the Virtual Worlds’ landscape has evolved\, with its emerging challenges.\nInteractive breakout sessions\, facilitated by partner Inspiring Futures and fellow OPENVERSE consortium members\, to explore a series of open questions resulting from the April-June preparatory phase of the workshop\, and meant to examine and document several open issues which the Roadmap should integrate into its recommendations.\nA plenary session\, wrapping up the input and suggestions which might be integrated.\n\nCheck out and register to our resources to contribute to the conversation:\n\n\nOPENVERSE Roadmap\nOPENVERSE Observatory\n\n\nMore details on the agenda will follow soon – Registrations are now open at this link
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/roadmapping-and-policy-recommendations-for-virtual-worlds-and-web4-0/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:OPENVERSE Summit “Open and Co-Created Virtual Worlds for Europe”
DESCRIPTION:The OPENVERSE Summit 2026 is the flagship European policy and ecosystem event dedicated to building open\, interoperable\, and human-centric Virtual Worlds. \n\n\n\nTaking place in Brussels\, at the heart of EU decision-making\, the Summit positions Europe not only as a technological innovator\, but as a global standard-setter shaping the rules and values of future immersive environments. \n\n\n\nOrganised by the OPENVERSE Coordination and Support Action (CSA)\, the Summit will serve as a high-level convening platform bringing together EU policymakers and institutional leaders; Horizon Europe projects and research initiatives; Industry pioneers and technology providers; Civil society representatives; Investors and ecosystem builders. Its strategic Brussels location underscores its role as a policy-driven milestone aligned with Europe’s digital priorities. \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW!\n\nCHECK THE AGENDA\n\n\n\nWhy This Summit Matters Now\n\n\n\nVirtual Worlds are rapidly emerging as foundational infrastructure for Europe’s digital transformation. They are reshaping: \n\n\n\n\nIndustry and advanced manufacturing\n\n\n\nResearch and innovation\n\n\n\nCulture and creative sectors\n\n\n\nEducation and skills development\n\n\n\nPublic services\n\n\n\nClimate resilience and sustainability\n\n\n\n\nAt a time when global Virtual World ecosystems are increasingly shaped by closed\, proprietary platforms\, Europe must advance a distinct and future-proof vision grounded in: \n\n\n\n\nOpenness and interoperability\n\n\n\nHuman-centric and ethical design\n\n\n\nTrust\, safety\, and accessibility\n\n\n\nStrategic autonomy and global competitiveness\n\n\n\n\nJoin us in Brussels to shape Europe’s open and co-created Virtual future. \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW!\n\n\n\nDraft Agenda\n\n\n\n09:00 – 10:00 | Registration\, Welcome Coffee & OPENVERSE Exhibition Opens  \n\n\n\n10:00 –10:30 | Opening Remarks \n\n\n\n\nWelcome from OPENVERSE Coordinator: Francesco Mureddu \n\n\n\nSummit objectives and expected outcomes \n\n\n\nKeynote from EC representative – EU Strategy for Virtual Worlds\, present and future. \n\n\n\nOpenverse vision for Human-Centric & Sovereign Virtual Worlds \n\n\n\n\n10:30-11:15 | SESSION 1: Future Scenarios and Roadmap for Open and Co-Created Virtual Worlds at Horizon 2030–2040This session will explore the various possible futures for sovereign\, human-centred and open virtual worlds in Europe between 2030 and 2040. Drawing on the forward-looking scenarios developed as part of the OPENVERSE project and related European initiatives\, leading experts from industry\, research and public policy will discuss the technological\, societal\, economic and governance challenges that will shape the next generation of virtual environments.   \n\n\n\n11:15–11:30 | Coffee Break & Exhibition  \n\n\n\n11:30–12:30 | SESSION 2: Virtual Worlds standardisationAs Virtual Worlds continue to evolve into critical infrastructures for Europe’s digital future\, interoperability\, accessibility\, trust\, and standardisation become essential enablers of adoption and innovation. This session will present the latest findings and strategic developments shaping the standardisation landscape\, while showcasing mature OPENVERSE assets that can support future ecosystem growth.  \n\n\n\n12:30 – 13:30 | Networking Lunch & Exhibition  \n\n\n\n13:30-14:15 | SESSION 3: Co-Creation in Virtual Worlds: A toolkit to empower innovation  – Info SessionThis interactive informative session will present the Co-Creation Toolkit developed through the project\, showcasing how participatory approaches can drive innovation in Virtual Worlds. Participants will gain first-hand insights into the toolkit’s design\, practical applications\, and the lessons learned from previous co-creation workshops involving diverse stakeholders.  \n\n\n\n14:15-15:00 | SESSION 4: OPENVERSE assets and legacyThis fully OPENVERSE session will showcase the project’s key assets\, achievements\, and enduring legacy\, highlighting mature technologies\, knowledge resources\, and community-driven outcomes that can support the future development of virtual worlds in Europe. Through contributions from project partners\, the session will present the OPENVERSE technological framework\, the Virtual Worlds Observatory\, and the Collective Intelligence Wiki\, while exploring pathways for the long-term sustainability\, adoption\, and impact of project results.  \n\n\n\n15:00-15:15 | Coffee Break & Exhibition  \n\n\n\n15:15-16:00 | SESSION 5: The Role of SMEs in Shaping Open\, Sovereign Virtual WorldsThe Role of SMEs in Shaping Open\, Sovereign Virtual Worlds explores how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can act as key innovation drivers within open and sovereign Virtual World ecosystems. Through an introductory presentation by a consortium partner\, followed by a panel discussion\, the session will examine the opportunities\, challenges\, and contributions of SMEs in building interoperable and sustainable virtual environments. An interactive exchange with the audience will foster dialogue and gather insights\, with the goal of producing SME-led strategic recommendations and concrete proposals to strengthen the ecosystem. The session is intended for SMEs and industry stakeholders interested in the future development of Virtual Worlds.  \n\n\n\n16:00-16:45 | SESSION 6: Sustainable Innovation in Virtual Worlds | How can a business remain sustainable in the Virtual Worlds ecosystem?This session explores sustainability as a strategic priority for the Virtual Worlds ecosystem\, building on the foresight findings of D2.3. Through a series of cross-sector lightning talks featuring SME representatives from the Observatory\, the session will address the central question of how businesses can remain sustainable while operating and growing in virtual worlds. Aimed at policymakers and SMEs\, the discussion is expected to generate practical sustainability pathways for businesses and provide policy-relevant insights to support green digital transitions.  \n\n\n\n16:45 – 17:30 | SESSION 7: Ethical Virtual WorldsAs immersive technologies become increasingly embedded in education\, culture\, and communication\, ensuring that virtual worlds are developed responsibly is a growing priority. This session explores how ethical foresight\, stakeholder engagement\, and cross-sector collaboration can help shape inclusive\, trustworthy\, and human-centered virtual environments.  \n\n\n\n17:30 – 18:00 | Networking Reception & Exhibition Finale  \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW!
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/openverse-summit-open-and-co-created-virtual-worlds-for-europe/
LOCATION:Albert Brussels\, Mont des Arts 28\, Brussels\, 1000\, Belgium
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
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SUMMARY:EuroXR Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of EuroXR 2025 in Winterthur\, Switzerland\, which gathered more than 235 participants from academia\, industry\, and European projects\, the 23rd EuroXR International Conference – EuroXR 2026 will take place in Valencia\, Spain\, from November 3rd to 6th\, 2026 (Tuesday–Friday\, 6 half-days)\, with satellite events scheduled for November 2nd–3rd. \nOrganized by the European Association for eXtended Reality (EuroXR) together with the Institute for Research on Human-Centred Technology (Human-Tech)\, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia\, the conference will be locally co-chaired by Dr. Mariano Alcañiz Raya\, Director of Human-Tech and LabLENI. \nThis edition will also be organised as a joint event with the European Erasmus+ project Alliance4XR\, which will celebrate its final event during the conference. In addition\, other European projects will participate\, showcasing initiatives that address key themes such as XR in Industry\, XR for Cultural Heritage\, and XR in Education.
URL:https://open-verse.eu/event/euroxr-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Valencia\, Spain
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