In 2026, DataFest Tbilisi celebrates its 10th edition – a decade of bringing together people who use data, technology, design and creativity to understand the world, solve problems and build what comes next.

This anniversary edition is a chance to look back at how much has changed over the past decade, explore where we are today, and imagine the future we want to create.

Past. Present. Future. These three perspectives will run throughout DataFest Tbilisi 2026 – from reflecting on the ideas, technologies and lessons that shaped the last decade, to exploring today’s most important developments and debates, to experimenting with what might define the next one. The programme will span four main tracks: Society; Business & Startups; Technology; and Design, Art & Communications.

Expect conversations about everything from human rights, surveillance and ethical AI to business applications, emerging technologies, new tools and frameworks, data visualisation, creative AI, copyright and the changing role of artists and communicators. And this year, we want to do even more than talk. Alongside talks and panel discussions, DataFest Tbilisi 2026 will put a stronger emphasis on hands-on and participatory experiences – workshops, interactive sessions, 3-4 hour Labs, datathons and hackathons where participants can learn, experiment, build and collaborate.

The festival will also create plenty of space to connect beyond the sessions, with networking opportunities, meetups, side events and informal gatherings designed to spark new conversations, collaborations and connections.