Now in its 12th edition, EdTech Congress has become a cornerstone event for education leaders, technologists, and policymakers. This year’s congress is set to be its most ambitious yet, thanks to a landmark partnership with ISE. The collaboration aims to elevate the congress to a truly worldwide platform, where scalable, impactful solutions can be shared, challenged, and celebrated.

At the heart of the 2026 edition is a bold focus on artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative tool for learning. From adaptive learning platforms to AI-driven assessment and immersive virtual classrooms, the congress will explore how AI can empower educators, personalise learning, and close achievement gaps. As Ramon Eixarch, President of EduTech Cluster, puts it: “Technology, when used with purpose, can empower teachers, engage students, and close learning gaps worldwide.” 

Integrated Systems Events’ Managing Director Mike Blackman underscores the significance of this partnership: “By co-hosting the event, we aim to introduce attendees to forward-thinking concepts and transformative products that can enrich learning environments.” 

ISE stands out as the perfect partner for EdTech Congress, thanks to its long-standing commitment to advancing education technology. As the home of the highly respected Education Technology Summit, chaired by Gill Ferrell, Executive Director of 1Ed|Tech Europe, ISE has cultivated a wealth of knowledge and experience in bringing together education leaders, technologists, and innovators. This Summit has become a benchmark for insightful debate and practical guidance on deploying AV and digital tools to enhance learning across all sectors.

By joining forces with EdTech Congress, ISE leverages its established expertise and vibrant community to offer attendees an unparalleled opportunity: access to cutting-edge strategies, hands-on showcases like the Connected Classroom, and a global network of thought leaders. This collaboration ensures that participants benefit from both the depth of ISE’s educational insight and the forward-thinking vision of the EdTech Congress, making it an essential event for anyone shaping the future of learning.

Beyond the technology, the congress is also a platform for professional development, policy dialogue, and cross-sector collaboration. With around 2500 attendees expected, including education decision-makers, public authorities, and global innovators, the EdTech Congress is a fertile ground for partnerships that can shape the future of learning – and in partnership with the energising atmosphere of ISE 2026, attendees can ‘push beyond’ boundaries and look towards the possibilities of tomorrow.

As the lines between physical and digital learning continue to blur, events like EdTech Congress at ISE 2026 are catalysts for change. They remind us that the future of education is not just about devices and data, but about people, purpose, and possibility.

For those shaping the next generation of learning, Barcelona in February is the place to be.

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Education technology is a key area at ISE, both on the show floor and in the content programme.

ISE is the world-renowned annual tech show for the AV and systems integration industry, taking place in Barcelona, 3-6 February 2026. For more updates on edtech, and to discover more about ISE 2026 as details are released, sign up for updates.

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