Volcano Summit 2026 to Center Artificial Intelligence in Regional Debate

The 2026 Volcano Summit, themed 'Echoes of Expansion,' will place artificial intelligence at the forefront of regional debate, aiming to foster economic and technological development across Latin America. Organizers envision the summit as a platform to strengthen connections among individuals, businesses, and institutions, reflecting the growing regional community. This focus comes at a time when technologies like AI and automation are rapidly advancing, alongside new models of digital collaboration. The summit's organizers believe that Latin America's future growth hinges not only on access to technology and capital but crucially on building robust, long-term networks of trust and cooperation. Since its inception in 2018, Volcano has evolved from an annual gathering into a comprehensive platform connecting diverse actors within the innovation ecosystem. It now boasts over 10,000 members from more than 45 countries, including startups, investment funds, corporations, universities, scientists, artists, and business leaders. The organization reports facilitating over 100,000 strategic connections within its network. Key initiatives include the Volcano Innovation Summit, its primary meeting space; Startup Avenue, focused on developing emerging companies; and Volcano4Good, dedicated to social impact and sustainability projects. Areas of concentration for the upcoming event include AI, innovation, technology, investment, entrepreneurship, sustainability, creativity, and well-being. International speakers from the Americas, Europe, and the United States are confirmed to share insights on business innovation, technology, investment, and leadership. Notable participants include Cristóbal Perdomo, co-founder of Wollef, known for investments in Latin American tech companies like Nubank and Kavak; Ivana María Moreno Valle, executive director of Dalia, a platform focused on female leadership; Nikita Farenholz, co-founder of Delivery Hero; Beatriz de los Mozos, founder of Flabelus; and Ed Soo Hoo, a Lenovo executive with experience at Oracle. The summit aims to be a pivotal event for fostering collaboration and driving innovation throughout the region.

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The growth of Latin America will depend not only on access to technology and capital, but also on the ability to build networks of trust and long-term cooperation.