Across Europe, many countries and cities are embracing AI and positioning themselves as places where innovation, research, startups, public policy, and regulation come together. But what does it mean to speak of “capitals of AI” in a rapidly evolving and fragmented landscape? Do we need one capital, many capitals, or stronger coordination across ecosystems?

For Brussels, AI, data, and robotics are no longer abstract topics. They are practical realities shaping public services, businesses, research, and everyday life. The question is not whether AI will shape Brussels, but how Brussels will shape AI.

Over two days, the FARI Brussels Conference 2026 will bring together researchers, policymakers, public institutions, companies, civil society, and citizens to reflect on these questions and explore how Brussels can contribute to AI that is inclusive, democratic, trustworthy, and developed for the common good.

An Enriching Program 

Come meet experts in AI, robotics, ethics, and regulation who will share their insights and knowledge on this year’s theme.

👉 Discover the full program here.

About FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute

The FARI Brussels conference is an event organised by FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute, a research institute founded by the Université Libre de Bruxelles and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The institute is an initiative that aims to develop, study and foster the adoption and governance of AI, Data and Robotics technologies in a trustable, transparent, open, inclusive, ethical and responsible way.

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Practical information :

• Language : English 🇬🇧 
• 📍 Location:
• Day 1 — 23 November : Studio Flagey, Bruxelles
• Day 2 — 24 November : BeCentral, Bruxelles
  
• Dates : 23-24 november 2026
• Price : No registration fee (Subscribe on the official page of the event).

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