Deep Tech Summit 2026
Event Abstract
Our flagship annual gathering returns to Singapore with four parallel tracks, 32 speakers, and the community's largest-ever expo floor. Two days where AI researchers, quantum engineers, security practitioners, and space technologists share what they are actually building — results, failures, and open questions included.
The summit is organized by members, not a conference company. Sessions are selected through our community call for talks, recordings go to the member library the same week, and every ticket tier funds chapter programs.
Agenda & Time Schedule
- 09:00
Opening keynote: The state of deep tech, honestly
Dr. Elena Marchetti
- 10:30
AI track: Inference-time compute in production
Priya Natarajan
- 11:30
Quantum track: The logical qubit era begins
Dr. Mira Kovács
- 14:00
Security track: Living with stolen credentials
Sarah Okafor
- 15:30
Space track: From pixels to decisions
Tomohiro Sato
- 17:00
Founders' panel: Deep tech companies that ship
Moderated by Wei Ling Tan
Keynote Speakers & Track Leads
Dr. Elena Marchetti
Executive Director, GDTS
Dr. Mira Kovács
Quantum error correction researcher
Sarah Okafor
Security Practice Lead, GDTS
Tomohiro Sato
Space Programs Lead, GDTS
Venue & Logistics
Marina Bay Convention Centre, Singapore
Format: Hybrid · Capacity: 1,200 in-person · unlimited online
Detailed access instructions, room assignments, and streaming credentials will be dispatched to confirmed attendees 48 hours prior to the event start time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend?
Any member of the community, at any level. Students receive priority for in-person seats during the first registration window.
Is the online stream really free?
Yes. All live streams and recordings are free for members. In-person tickets cover venue costs only.
Will sessions be recorded?
Every main-stage and track session is recorded and published to the member library within one week.
Can I speak?
The call for talks opens eight weeks before the summit. Community-reviewed, first-time speakers encouraged.
Event Gallery & Archives
Symposium Recordings & Photo Archives
Photo archives and slide decks are published to the member library within 7 days following event completion.