Tech Events of April 2026: Must-Watch Highlights

Webinars to Enhance Your Digital Marketing Expertise in April, Online

In a world where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming professional practices, mastering essential digital marketing skills has become crucial for standing out in the job market. To support future professionals in this endeavor, the specialized MBA in Digital Marketing & Business (MBADMB) from EFAP is organizing several webinars in April. These sessions are designed to enrich your professional journey.

• Thursday, April 2, at 12:30 PM: A webinar to explore the AI and data skills that recruiters are actively seeking. This meeting is an opportunity to learn how these skills can enhance your employability in the digital marketing sector.

• Tuesday, April 7, at 12:30 PM: This webinar focuses on the essential skills to master in digital marketing and AI. Experts and alumni will share their advice to inspire and guide you in your career.

• Thursday, April 9, at 12:30 PM: Discover how digital marketing is transforming the luxury industry. This webinar will address the necessary skills and career opportunities in this evolving sector.

Laval Virtual, April 8-10, in Laval

Laval Virtual is a must-attend event for the global extended reality (XR) community. This 28th edition brings together professionals, startups, researchers, and students to explore the latest advancements in immersive technologies. Participants will be able to attend conferences and tech talks led by international experts. The event also features innovations from exhibitors and the opportunity to participate in the Laval Virtual Awards. Five themes will be covered, including XR, artificial intelligence, industry, training, health, and media.

CMO & Sales Day, April 9, in Paris

Organized by France Digitale, the CMO & Sales Day is a gathering dedicated to marketing, sales, and communication leaders from French scale-ups and investment funds. This half-day event offers conferences and participatory workshops led by around thirty speakers. Discussions will focus on aligning sales and marketing, agentic AI, pricing strategy, and GEO.

Parisian SEO and AI Apéro, April 14, in Paris

Flair Agency is organizing the second edition of the Parisian SEO and AI Apéro, a free evening for SEO, AI, and marketing professionals. This event features a roundtable with experts, chronicles, and activities. It is also an opportunity to network over a friendly aperitif. Admission is free but requires prior registration.

Paris Blockchain Week, April 15-16, in Paris

For its seventh edition, the Paris Blockchain Week will take place at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris. This event gathers decision-makers, investors, and leaders in the digital asset sector to discuss the convergence of traditional finance and decentralized finance. The program includes two days of conferences, panels, and keynotes featuring over 320 speakers. Networking sessions with participants from more than 100 countries and a hackathon will also complement the event.

HUBFORUM, April 15, in Paris

The HUB Institute is organizing the HUBFORUM, a day dedicated to executives and decision-makers from large groups. The goal is to make artificial intelligence a concrete lever for efficiency and optimization. This edition, titled "AI for Efficiency," offers around forty keynotes and masterclasses, as well as small-group workshops. A personalized one-on-one diagnosis with an expert and networking sessions are also planned.

GenAI Days, April 16, in Paris

The GenAI Days 2026, the annual conference of the GenAI France community, focuses on agentic AI deployed at scale. CTOs, developers, product managers, and data scientists will be able to attend a dozen talks based on real-world experiences. Prestigious speakers from companies like Mistral AI, OpenAI, Cloudflare, LCL, and ManoMano will share their insights.

Adobe Summit, April 19-22, in Las Vegas and Online

The Adobe Summit is Adobe's major annual conference dedicated to digital customer experience. It takes place in Las Vegas over four days, with online streaming of keynotes for those unable to attend in person. Participants, whether marketers, creatives, or developers, will have access to over 200 sessions across 13 thematic tracks. Topics covered include generative AI, personalization, customer data management, and digital commerce.

Devoxx France, April 22-24, in Paris

Devoxx France is a key event for the French-speaking tech community. For its 14th edition, it will be held at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. Three days of conferences, practical labs, and exchange formats are planned, covering topics ranging from programming languages and frameworks to AI, cloud, security, and DevOps. All sessions will be made available online for free on YouTube after the event.

Google Cloud Next, April 22-24, in Las Vegas

Google Cloud Next is an essential event for the Google Cloud ecosystem. The 2026 edition will take place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. It is aimed at developers, cloud architects, and technical decision-makers. Participants will be able to attend keynotes, hands-on workshops, and interactive demonstrations to explore the latest advancements in agentic AI, cloud security, data infrastructure, and multi-cloud solutions.

CMO in Tech, April 28, in Paris La Défense

Organized by the Gtec firm in partnership with BDM, CMO in Tech is a key day for marketing leaders in B2B tech. Marketing departments, growth leads, communication, and product managers will be able to attend eight conferences and workshops, as well as four roundtables led by over 20 speakers from French scale-ups. Personalized coaching sessions on topics such as AI, content marketing, KPIs, and leadership are also planned.

Women in Tech Global Summit, April 28-30, in Cape Town

For its fifth edition, the Women in Tech Global Summit will be held in Cape Town, South Africa, under the high patronage of the President of the French Republic. This event brings together delegations from over 70 countries to discuss the role of women in tech and innovation. Three days of keynotes, workshops, and networking are planned, culminating in the Women in Tech Global Awards ceremony, which recognizes the most impactful initiatives worldwide.