DIGITAL SME summit 2025
The DIGITAL SME summit 2025 is the flagship event of Europe’s tech-SME innovators, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to shape a sovereign, competitive, and resilient digital future for Europe. The event will take place on 4 December 2025 at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels.
This year’s summit will spotlight European SME-driven innovations that form the building blocks of Europe’s technological sovereignty—from cloud and AI to cybersecurity and data, as well as digital public infrastructure. Together, these solutions showcase how homegrown technologies can help build the path towards a more independent and globally competitive Europe.
Through interactive debates and business-oriented sessions, the summit will turn the overarching goal of achieving European tech sovereignty into a tangible and actionable agenda.
The DIGITAL SME summit 2025 is the flagship event of Europe’s tech-SME innovators, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to shape a sovereign, competitive, and resilient digital future for Europe. The event will take place on 4 December 2025 at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels.
This year’s summit will spotlight European SME-driven innovations that form the building blocks of Europe’s technological sovereignty—from cloud and AI to cybersecurity and data, as well as digital public infrastructure. Together, these solutions showcase how homegrown technologies can help build the path towards a more independent and globally competitive Europe.
Through interactive debates and business-oriented sessions, the summit will turn the overarching goal of achieving European tech sovereignty into a tangible and actionable agenda.
What to expect
The DIGITAL SME summit will spotlight European SME-driven innovations to:
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Define the path forward for achieving Europe’s technological sovereignty through concrete, industry-driven use cases and solutions;
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Showcase the pivotal role of European tech SMEs in building a resilient and sovereign digital infrastructure, highlighting their cutting-edge innovations;
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Foster collaboration and partnerships among stakeholders from the industry, civil society, and policy communities.
Key topics
Highlights of this year's edition

500+ attendees

Over 40 speakers

Panel discussions & business sessions

Networking stands & demo sessions

Awards ceremony & Essay competition

Gala Dinner
Engagement opportunities
Showcase your company at the DIGITAL SME summit!
Gain visibility, connect with business and policy leaders, and position your company at the heart of Europe’s digital transformation.
By sponsoring the summit, your company will:
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Engage with business and policy leaders to help shape a digitally sovereign Europe
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Connect with peer innovators and unlock new opportunities through dedicated networking sessions and the Gala dinner
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Gain visibility across event communications and during the summit itself
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Position your company as a driver of Europe-led innovation
New in 2025: Demo Sessions
Get a unique chance to present your digital solution live on stage in a 15-minute slot and:
- Gain exclusive visibility among 500+ participants
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Receive a complimentary European Digital Innovators Club membership
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Create meaningful connections with potential partners, clients, and investors

