Tech Summit on AI & Robotics (TSAIR) 2026

The 4th Tech Summit on AI and Robotics (TSAIR) is a three-day hybrid conference at Novotel Paris La Défense, 28-30 September. In-person sessions on 28-29 September; virtual day on 30 September. Covers responsible AI, NLP, AI governance, cybersecurity AI and robotics for researchers and industry practitioners.

DATES
28-30 September 2026
VENUE
Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade
ORGANISER
Aver Conferences
FORMAT
Hybrid

Definition

TSAIR (Tech Summit on AI and Robotics) is an annual academic-practitioner conference organised by Aver Conferences. The 4th edition takes place on 28-29 September 2026 in person at Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade, with an additional virtual day on 30 September. The conference operates at the intersection of AI research and industrial application: sessions cover responsible AI, NLP, AI in finance, AI in cybersecurity, AI governance and robotics. It targets a mixed audience of academic researchers, engineers and industry professionals rather than a purely technical developer crowd.

What TSAIR covers

Programme tracks span:

The 2026 theme is "Artificial Intelligence and Robotics for Today and Tomorrow," positioning the summit as a bridge between published research and deployable systems.

Who attends TSAIR

The conference targets AI researchers, data scientists, software engineers and industry professionals seeking to connect academic knowledge with applied AI practice. Aver Conferences typically draws attendees from government institutions, research universities, financial services and technology companies. The hybrid format expands reach beyond the Paris in-person cohort to a global virtual audience on Day 3.

FAQ · Identity and audience

Is TSAIR primarily academic or industry-oriented?

Both. Aver Conferences positions TSAIR as a bridge event: academic researchers present findings alongside industry practitioners sharing deployment experience. Papers and posters from previous editions are archived, suggesting a proceedings-based academic track alongside practitioner panels.

What language are the sessions in?

English is the primary working language. Aver Conferences runs an international conference circuit and the session content is directed at an international professional audience.

Who is TSAIR NOT designed for?
  • Developers looking for deep hands-on coding workshops or hackathon formats
  • Attendees primarily interested in commercial vendor exhibition or product launches
  • Those seeking an event focused on startup pitching or fundraising
  • Large-scale community events with thousands of attendees: TSAIR is a specialist gathering
  • Those needing French-language content

The venue: Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade

The Novotel Paris La Défense Esplanade is a four-star hotel and conference facility in La Défense business district, approximately 15 minutes by RER A from central Paris (Charles de Gaulle-Étoile). La Défense is directly accessible by RER A from Paris CDG airport (approximately 40 minutes). The venue has direct metro access via line 1 (La Défense station) and is surrounded by the corporate offices of major financial and technology companies.

The organiser: Aver Conferences

Aver Conferences is an international conference organiser specialising in academic-practitioner events across AI, robotics and related fields. TSAIR has run since 2020; prior editions archived speakers and proceedings on the event website. The organiser also runs similar summits under the Aver Conferences brand in other regions. Contact: artificialintelligence@averconferences.com.

Editorial take

TSAIR is an academic-practitioner bridge in Paris covering the technical governance of AI: responsible AI, AI in cybersecurity and robotics in a compact hybrid format.

How to register and what it costs

Registration details are available at artificialintelligence.averconferences.com. Aver Conferences typically offers early-bird and standard delegate pricing; specific 2026 rates were not publicly disclosed at time of verification.

FAQ · Access and practicalities

How do I get to Novotel Paris La Défense?

From Paris CDG: RER B to Châtelet-Les Halles, then RER A to La Défense (approximately 50 minutes total). From Paris Gare du Nord: RER A direct to La Défense (approximately 35 minutes). From central Paris: metro line 1 or RER A.

Is virtual attendance available?

Yes. Day 3 (30 September) is conducted virtually. Details on the virtual platform and access credentials are provided to registered participants.

Are proceedings published after the event?

Aver Conferences has published proceedings from prior TSAIR editions on the event website. The 2026 proceedings format was not confirmed at time of verification.

Resources

Official website https://artificialintelligence.averconferences.com/
Register https://artificialintelligence.averconferences.com/