19/05/2026
The energy at the 2026 edition of the SIM Conference confirmed something that has been building across the European tech ecosystem for quite some time:
The conversation has shifted from “ideas” to ex*****on.
Over two intense days at Alfândega do Porto, founders, investors, operators, and technology partners came together to discuss what it actually takes to build scalable, resilient, AI-ready companies in today’s market.
For Glazed, SIM Conference 2026 was a space for meaningful conversations around engineering, product strategy, infrastructure, AI adoption, and the growing importance of building technology with long-term scalability in mind.
Across the event, one thing became increasingly clear:
- Strong products still depend on strong engineering foundations.
- Whether in HealthTech, FinTech, AI platforms, digital commerce, or operational infrastructure, the companies moving faster are the ones investing early in architecture, reliability, and technical decision-making that supports growth instead of slowing it down later.
SIM continues to establish itself as one of the most relevant startup and innovation events in Southern Europe, creating direct connections between startups, investors, and technology leaders from across the ecosystem.
A huge thank you to everyone we connected with during these days in Porto.
The quality of the conversations, ideas, and perspectives made this year especially valuable.
We leave SIM 2026 energized by what’s ahead and excited to keep building alongside ambitious teams shaping the future of technology.
See you next year. 🚀
