Our Mainstage themes

How are bringing together advanced AI and real human judgment? This theme explores what responsible AI actually means in practice, how governance works, and when humans should stay in the loop.

It’s about making sure we innovate quickly, without losing sight of ethics or accountability.

What does it really take to build and innovate at scale?

From cloud-native architectures to sustainable infrastructure and platform engineering, this theme is about turning smart ideas into reliable, resilient technology that can grow with demand.

Tackling the realities of modern cybersecurity: evolving threats, zero-trust approaches, and the rising importance of data sovereignty how may we stay protected and secure?

This theme explores can we strengthening the organisation’s digital foundation so systems are less threatened, compliant, and ready for whatever comes next.

How can teams build technology that’s not only powerful, but also energy-efficient and environmentally responsible?

This theme digs into carbon-aware engineering, green AI, and practical ways to make sustainability part of everyday technical decision-making.

How do we create technology with trust at the forefront? This theme explores AI regulations, the need for algorithmic transparency, and how organisations can ensure data is used responsibly.

Work and the workforce are evolving rapidly in an AI-first world. This theme covers reskilling, human-machine collaboration, and what leaders need to know as culture and roles shift.

It’s about helping people and organisations adapt confidently to the future of work that is collaborative, inclusive, and fully equipped for rapid change.