WAICF - #1 AI Event for Business & Society
February 12 - 13, 2026
Palais des Festivals, Cannes

About

PublicTech Village

The new exhibition zone dedicated to the digital transformation of local and regional authorities.

In 2026, the WAICF will welcome an exclusive delegation of public leaders, elected officials, CIOs, general directors and public administrators, seeking the most innovative solutions to transform and future-proof their territories.

Today, local authorities must modernize their public services while facing unprecedented challenges.

  • Energy crises: Demand for smarter, more efficient infrastructures
  • Climate adaptation: Pursuit of territorial resilience
  • Cyber threats: Heightened need for security and data protection
  • Digital divide: Commitment to inclusion and equal access to services
  • Citizen expectations: Call for transparency and proximity

Exhibitor Benefits

Meet public decision-makers

Elected officials, CIOs, and directors of digital, innovation, and transformation.

Showcase your solutions  

to a qualified audience looking for pragmatic, results-driven innovation.

Associate your brand

with the Public Leaders Summit and the “AI & Territories” program at WAICF.

Generate business opportunities

through our matchmaking platform and pre-scheduled meetings.

Gain high-level institutional visibility

through WAICF’s communication channels (website, press, social media and signage).