KosICT 2024: Kosovo's Premier Technology Festival Returns for a Groundbreaking 13th Edition

The KosICT Technology Festival 2024 is back for its 13th edition, featuring global speakers, innovative startups, and exciting events. Discover what’s in store for this year’s festival in Prishtina.

Introduction
The highly anticipated KosICT Technology Festival is set to make a grand return for its 13th edition at Tech Park Prishtina. This year’s event promises to be larger and more impactful than ever, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts to explore the forefront of global technology. With a packed agenda featuring insightful discussions, high-caliber speakers, and opportunities for networking, KosICT 2024 aims to redefine the landscape of technology events in Kosovo.

An Impressive Line-Up of Speakers and Sessions

KosICT 2024 will host a bustling agenda, featuring 17 sessions on the Main Stage and 8 sessions on the Developers Stage. In total, 30 speakers will grace the festival, including 23 distinguished international representatives from renowned companies and innovation hubs. Participants can expect to hear from notable figures such as Dex Hunter-Torricke from Google DeepMind, Oskari Pétas, Co-Founder of Wolt, and experts from Camunda and Emerging Europe.

Attendees will gain insights into critical topics such as artificial intelligence, process automation, entrepreneurial leadership, and digital transformation. The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, will kick off the event with the opening speech on the Main Stage, underscoring the festival’s significance.

Diverse Events Highlighting Innovation

In addition to the keynote sessions, KosICT 2024 will feature several engaging events aimed at showcasing innovation and fostering collaboration:

• The Trailblazers Fair: Ten companies will present their groundbreaking products and solutions, offering a glimpse into the future of technology.


• The Innovation Fair: This segment will spotlight 11 startups, providing a platform for exploring the next wave of innovation in technology.


• Future Developers Corner: A unique space dedicated to young talents aged 8-16, allowing them to demonstrate their coding and tech skills.


• International B2B Brokerage Event: A networking opportunity for 50 companies from across the globe, facilitating valuable business connections.


• eSports Showdown: An exhilarating eSports competition featuring two tournaments—one charitable and one professional.

OctoberTech Kosovo: A New Initiative

KosICT 2024 will also serve as the launch event for OctoberTech Kosovo, an initiative aimed at consolidating key digital technology events in the region, including KosICT, DOKU.TECH, and GrowthTank. Supported by the Office of the Prime Minister of Kosovo, this initiative strives to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and innovation in digital technology.

A Global Gathering of Investors and Startups

This year’s festival is expected to attract the largest participation of foreign investors and venture capitalists in its history, with representatives from Finland, the USA, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, and beyond. The Investors Pitch session, scheduled for October 11 at 15:00, will provide startups with a unique opportunity to present their innovative ideas to global investors, potentially paving the way for significant partnerships and funding.

Conclusion: A Gateway to the Future of Technology

KosICT Technology Festival stands as Kosovo’s premier technology event, uniting experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to explore the future of technology and its implications for business, society, and the global economy. Organized by STIKK with ProCredit Bank Kosova as the general sponsor, this festival not only highlights local innovations but also positions Kosovo as a burgeoning hub for technology and investment.

For more information about KosICT 2024, attendees can visit the official KosICT website or follow the festival on social media platforms. The festival promises to be a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration, and the sharing of knowledge, setting the stage for the future of technology in the region.