Data Center World and The AI Summit Series to Showcase the Technologies, Talent and Infrastructure Shaping the AI Economy

Anthropic, NVIDIA, Microsoft and Google to join speaker programme as Melbourne hosts Australia's premier gathering for AI and digital infrastructure leaders this September

MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Data Center World Australia and The AI Summit Australia will welcome the world's foremost innovators in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 7–9 September 2026. Designed as Australia’s premier gathering for the AI and digital infrastructure community, the co-located events combine global keynote speakers with hands-on masterclasses, specialty theatres, innovation showcases, technical site tours, the Future Leaders Programme, curated networking and an exclusive VIP experience for senior decision-makers.

Executives from Anthropic, NVIDIA, Microsoft and Google will join speakers from across the artificial intelligence and data centres sectors to examine the technologies, strategies and real-world applications transforming business and digital infrastructures. Featured speakers include Alexander Smith, Principal, Global Infrastructure & Energy, Google, who will join the panel discussion "Renewables, Clean Energy and Data Centre Sustainability.” Jared Carl, Global AI Data Center Lead, NVIDIA, and Anissh Pandey, Director for Cloud Partner, NVIDIA, will take the keynote stage to examine how AI factories, accelerated computing and cloud infrastructure are reshaping the future of enterprise AI. Rhys Weekley, CTAIO, Australia Post, will lead the panel discussion “Executive AI Literacy – Training the board and C-suite to embrace AI.”

Across three days, attendees will experience a programme designed to equip business and technology leaders with the knowledge, connections and practical insights needed to accelerate Australia's AI-powered future, including:

• Exclusive Site Tours – Step inside Australia's leading digital infrastructure facilities with guided visits to CDC Data Center’s Brooklyn Campus, NEXTDC's M2 facility and the Natural Velocity AI Experience tour, offering exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses into the infrastructure powering the nation’s digital economy and what’s possible with AI.
• Showcase Theatres – Located within the shared exhibition halls, discover the latest products, technologies and real-world case studies through complimentary, exhibitor-led presentations, featuring expert analysis on emerging trends and critical industry issues. The theatres also play host to a series of innovative startup talks giving delegates a peek into what the future holds.
• Three Expert-Led Masterclasses – Industry professionals gather to tackle specialised subjects that go beyond the core agenda. These expert-led sessions include: Redefining Business in the Agentic AI Era; How Victoria is Positioning Itself to Be a Leading Hub for Data Centre Investment; and From Edge to AI Intelligence: Smarter Routing, Cost-Effective Compute, Faster AI.
• Future Leaders Programme – Designed to showcase how universities and industry can work together to address Australia’s future AI workforce needs. Taking place in the Showcase Theatre, the program will highlight the role of universities, industry and students in building the talent pipeline required for Australia’s AI future.
• VIP Experience – Bringing together C-suite leaders and strategic decision-makers responsible for AI and digital infrastructure investments and shaping industry direction, the exclusive VIP programme offers priority access to keynote sessions, premium networking opportunities, fast-track registration, and a dedicated VIP Lounge. Eligibility is reserved for approved end users and executive-level professionals during registration. Interested parties may apply via the online form.

"The real value of attending Data Center World Australia and The AI Summit Australia comes from the opportunities to learn, collaborate and solve challenges alongside the people driving the industry forward in the region," said Frankie Brewer, General Manager and Event Director, Informa Australia. "Beyond the exciting keynote stage presentations we have planned, every element of the programme is designed to help attendees learn from industry practitioners, explore emerging technologies and build meaningful connections that will accelerate innovation across Australia’s AI and data centre sectors."

Registration is now open at Data Center World Australia and The AI Summit Australia. Each event features dedicated sessions, workshops and conference tracks, complemented by shared keynote presentations and access to a combined exhibition floor. An optional pass upgrade provides full access to the conference tracks of both events.

For speaker submissions and partner inquiries, please contact Laura Horwell. To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact David Espitia. Interested press and analysts may register here to attend.

ABOUT DATA CENTER WORLD AND THE AI SUMMIT SERIES

Data Center World and The AI Summit Series are leading global event platforms bringing together innovators, technologists and industry leaders shaping the future of digital transformation.

Data Center World serves data center facilities and IT infrastructure professionals through expert-led education, technology showcases and strategic insights focused on building and operating the next generation of digital infrastructure.

If you’re building, buying or backing AI, The AI Summit Series is where ideas become outcomes. We cut through the buzzwords to spotlight real use cases, live demos and candid playbooks that help you deploy faster, govern smarter and prove ROI with confidence. No hype, just AI that transforms business.

Together, the events connect the rapidly converging worlds of AI and digital infrastructure, bringing the global ecosystem together to explore how intelligent technologies are built, deployed and scaled.

Learn more about the Australia edition at www.datacenterworldaustralia.com/ and www.australia.theaisummit.com/.