The EU-Startups Summit, the annual flagship event of EU-Startups.com, will return on May 7–8 in Malta, bringing together 2,500 high-caliber participants from across Europe’s startup ecosystem.
Organised by EU-Startups, Europe’s leading online publication dedicated to startups and innovation, the Summit aims to celebrate entrepreneurship and foster collaboration among founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem builders. According to a recent audience survey, 78% of EU-Startups’ readers and event attendees identify as decision makers, underlining the event’s strong focus on quality networking and business impact.
The two-day event will welcome founders, C-level executives, aspiring entrepreneurs, VC investors, business angels, accelerators, and innovation-driven corporates, all united by a shared interest in tech-based and tech-enabled startups with global ambitions.
A Platform for Visibility, Networking, and Deal-Making
The EU-Startups Summit offers extensive sponsorship opportunities, providing brands with strong visibility and lead generation before, during, and after the event. Key benefits include online and on-site exposure, targeted audience engagement, product and brand showcases, and advanced lead tracking. Networking will be supported both in person and through a dedicated event app.
Networking remains at the heart of the Summit, with matchmaking and deal-making opportunities across multiple formats, including a dedicated networking area, topic-focused sessions, evening networking drinks, and in-app meeting scheduling.
High-Impact Content and Exhibition
The on-stage program will feature fireside chats with internationally successful founders, keynote talks from industry leaders, and a highly competitive pitch competition showcasing some of Europe’s most promising startups. Finalists will be selected from more than 1,500 applicants, highlighting the Summit’s strong appeal among emerging companies.
In addition, a vibrant exhibition hall will host 75 innovative startups with dedicated booths. Overall, attendees will represent around 1,200 different companies, creating a dense and diverse environment for face-to-face connections and collaboration.
Positioned as the meeting place for Europe’s best startups and investors, the EU-Startups Summit 2026 promises two days of insights, inspiration, and meaningful connections at the heart of the European tech scene.
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