Toronto: Entrepreneurs, business leaders, researchers, investors and artificial intelligence experts from across the world gathered in the Greater Toronto Area for a joint international conference focused on the future of entrepreneurship, innovation and artificial intelligence.

The 5th International Conference on Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2026 (GES 2026) and the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence 2026 were held at the Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Mississauga, bringing together participants from academia, business, technology and the startup ecosystem.

Global Platform for Entrepreneurship and AI

The three-day conference explored the growing intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, competitiveness and artificial intelligence, with discussions focusing on how emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, startups, healthcare, industries and the global economy.

Key areas discussed during the conference included:

• Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
• AI-driven business transformation
• Entrepreneurship and startup innovation
• Digital transformation and future business models
• AI applications in healthcare and industry
• Generative AI and enterprise productivity
• Venture capital, investment and startup ecosystems
• Cybersecurity and responsible AI
• Women entrepreneurship and inclusive innovation
• University-industry collaboration
• Global competitiveness and sustainable innovation

Connecting Entrepreneurs and Industry

The conference provided participants with opportunities to exchange ideas, present research and innovations, build professional networks and explore potential collaborations.

Startup founders and entrepreneurs engaged with researchers, investors, business executives and technology professionals, while academic and industry participants shared perspectives on emerging AI trends and their practical applications.

The event also highlighted the importance of collaboration between businesses, universities, governments, technology organisations and entrepreneurial ecosystems in accelerating innovation and creating sustainable economic opportunities.

Collaboration to Drive Innovation

A strategic collaboration between SciTech Series and the Washington University of Science and Technology Foundation is expected to create new opportunities for researchers, academics, students, entrepreneurs and industry leaders by bringing together global academic networks, research expertise and innovation-focused initiatives.

The joint conference reinforced the importance of cross-border and cross-sector collaboration in developing new technologies and business models.

The organisers emphasised that the future of innovation will depend increasingly on entrepreneurs, researchers, investors and industry leaders working together across disciplines and international markets to turn ideas and emerging technologies into practical solutions and sustainable opportunities.