June 2026
FRANCE
PARTNERS
STARTUPS
Shaping europe’s Future Together
We are connected through innovation. A connection that spans technologies, industries and national borders. Germany is representative of the progress made, which is based on trust, responsibility and collaboration.
We are coming together at Viva Technology 2026 to further invest in the innovation of artificial intelligence, the health, energy and mobility sectors, a digital society and resilient infrastructures. With a measurable impact for Europe and beyond.
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Artificial intelligence is changing how we create, develop and operate.
From the factory floor to the business model: Deep technology is creating new opportunities. Here, the focus is on responsible AI, industrial scalability, as well as technologies that combine efficiency with transparency and European values.
The future of medicine will be digital, data-driven and transnational.
Digital health solutions, biotechnology and life sciences are shaping the future of medical research, diagnostics and care. Solutions are being developed here for quantifiable health outcomes, data-based innovation and cross-border collaboration.
Secure, efficient and affordable energy is key to the success of tomorrow’s Europe.
Resilient networks, the integration of renewable energies and efficient mobility solutions are shaping the next generation of European energy and infrastructure systems. Resulting in marketable technologies for supply security, economic stability and sustainable competitiveness in the European innovation area.
No transformation without trust.
Solutions will be demonstrated here that focus on Secure by Design, data protection and resilience. Facilitating innovative approaches to protect both public and economic interests.
Technology is changing our way of life.
From smart cities to digital administration: Technology has an impact on how people live, work and interact with each other. The focus here is on people-centred digitalisation, practical implementation and inclusive innovation.
Germany and France are shaping the future of European innovation together.
Germany and France are combining industrial strength, excellent research and dynamic startup ecosystems in order to drive innovation on a global scale. The focus is on shared standards, scalable solutions and long-term partnerships.
The German-French innovation partnership combines the strengths of both countries as part of a shared effort to further develop the future of the energy and industry sectors, digital sovereignty and key technologies. What are they aiming to achieve? Accelerated innovation, exciting flagship projects and a stronger Europe.
As Country of the Year, Germany will be highlighting this partnership and making the most of Viva Tech as a platform for genuine collaboration with concrete projects and a strong European commitment to innovation.