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SUMMARY:Edutechnia 2026 Showcases the Future of Education Through Technology in Bogotá
DESCRIPTION:The intersection of education and technology will take center stage in Bogotá from August 26 to 28\, 2026\, as Edutechnia 2026 returns to Corferias as a specialized exhibition for the Latin American education technology market. \nThe event brings together institutions\, technology providers\, educators\, and industry professionals to explore solutions transforming how students learn\, how schools operate\, and how educational systems adapt to new digital environments. \nEdutechnia serves as a space for companies and organizations to present innovations in areas such as educational software\, digital platforms\, classroom technology\, connectivity\, audiovisual solutions\, learning tools\, and institutional management systems. \nThrough exhibitions\, demonstrations\, and knowledge-sharing activities\, attendees can discover new approaches to improving educational experiences and strengthening technology adoption across schools\, universities\, and training institutions in the region. \nDates: August 26–28\, 2026Venue: Corferias\, Bogotá\, Colombia \nFor more information\, visit edutechnia.com.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/edutechnia-2026-showcases-the-future-of-education-through-technology-in-bogota/
LOCATION:Corferias\, Carrera 37 #24-67\, Bogotá\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:ESS+ Security Fair Colombia 2026 Returns to Bogotá With Three Decades of Security Innovation
DESCRIPTION:The security industry will meet in Bogotá from August 26 to 28\, 2026\, as ESS+ Security Fair Colombia 2026 returns to Corferias for another edition focused on technologies\, solutions\, and business opportunities shaping the future of security in Latin America. \nWith more than three decades of experience\, the fair has established itself as a key meeting point for manufacturers\, distributors\, integrators\, government representatives\, and professionals working across the security ecosystem. \nThe exhibition will showcase developments in areas including electronic security\, cybersecurity\, surveillance systems\, access control\, fire protection\, risk management\, and emerging technologies designed to address the evolving needs of organizations and communities. \nESS+ also provides a space for industry networking\, market expansion\, and knowledge exchange\, connecting international brands with buyers and decision-makers from Colombia and across the region. \nDates: August 26–28\, 2026Venue: Corferias\, Bogotá\, Colombia \nFor more information\, visit securityfaircolombia.com.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/ess-security-fair-colombia-2026-returns-to-bogota-with-three-decades-of-security-innovation/
LOCATION:Corferias\, Carrera 37 #24-67\, Bogotá\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:PROVENCO 2026 Brings Colombia’s Entertainment Technology Industry Together in Bogotá
DESCRIPTION:PROVENCO 2026 will take place from August 3 to 5\, 2026\, at Corferias Bogotá\, bringing together professionals\, companies\, and specialists from Colombia’s entertainment\, audiovisual\, and live events industries. \nThe professional congress and exhibition will showcase the latest developments in audio\, lighting\, video\, entertainment technology\, and related solutions\, creating a space for manufacturers\, distributors\, integrators\, producers\, and industry professionals to connect\, learn\, and explore new business opportunities. \nThe event is designed as a meeting point for the companies and professionals responsible for the technology behind concerts\, shows\, installations\, and live experiences. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover new products\, participate in technical demonstrations\, exchange knowledge\, and build connections within Colombia’s growing events and entertainment sector. \nDates: August 3–5\, 2026Venue: Corferias\, Bogotá\, Colombia \nFor more information\, visit www.provenco.co.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/provenco-2026-brings-colombias-entertainment-technology-industry-together-in-bogota/
LOCATION:Corferias\, Carrera 37 #24-67\, Bogotá\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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DTEND;TZID=America/Bogota:20260731T235959
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SUMMARY:Meditech 2026: International Healthcare Exhibition Returns to Bogotá
DESCRIPTION:Meditech 2026\, the International Healthcare Exhibition\, will take place at Corferias in Bogotá from July 28 to 31\, 2026\, bringing together healthcare professionals\, medical technology providers\, hospitals\, clinics\, researchers\, and industry leaders from across Latin America. \nOrganized by Corferias\, the Colombian Association of Hospitals and Clinics (ACHC)\, and Messe Düsseldorf under the “Powered by MEDICA” brand\, the ninth edition of Meditech will showcase the latest developments in medical and clinical technology while providing a platform for networking\, business development\, and knowledge sharing. \nThe exhibition will feature suppliers and service providers across a wide range of sectors\, including medical and surgical equipment\, rehabilitation and physiotherapy technology\, clinical laboratories\, hospital infrastructure\, healthcare software and hardware\, ambulances\, waste management solutions\, scientific research\, hospital management consulting\, banking and insurance services\, and government and industry organizations. \nThe event also offers an extensive conference program\, product launches\, and opportunities for attendees to explore emerging trends shaping healthcare across Colombia\, the Andean region\, Central America\, and South America. \nDates: July 28–31\, 2026Venue: Corferias\, Bogotá\, Colombia \nFor more information\, visit www.feriameditech.com.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/meditech-2026-international-healthcare-exhibition-returns-to-bogota/
LOCATION:Corferias\, Carrera 37 #24-67\, Bogotá\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Smart City Expo Cartagena 2025 Coming To The Hotel Las Américas Convention Center
DESCRIPTION:Cartagena is preparing to host one of the most important events in the world in the field of smart cities: Smart City Expo Cartagena 2025\, an international fair that from October 29 to 30 will bring together the main players of the public and private sectors\, as well as experts and leaders from around the world. To address the challenges and innovative solutions that will define the future of sustainable and technological cities. \n“The Smart City Expo is the global platform par excellence to share best practices and foster international collaboration in building more sustainable\, inclusive\, and connected cities. We are very excited to bring this event to Cartagena\, a place that is taking firm steps towards its smart future\,” said Ricard Zapatero\, CEO of Fira Barcelona. \nOrganized by Fira Barcelona and Corferias\, hosted by the city of Cartagena de Indias\, this event has established itself as the nerve center for the discussion and promotion of smart cities. Smart City Expo Cartagena will have a complete academic agenda\, where leading specialists will share their knowledge on digital transformation\, sustainability\, mobility\, urban infrastructure\, and citizen participation. In addition\, a broad multisectoral commercial exhibition will be developed\, with the involvement of a wide variety of innovative institutions and companies\, showing the most recent advances in technology and urbanization. \n“Smart City Expo Cartagena is positioned as a benchmark for smart cities in Latin America. For the capital of the department of Bolívar\, it is an honor to host this event\, since it allows us to show our commitment to sustainability\, innovation\, and smart urban development to improve the lives of our inhabitants\,” said Jaime Hernández Amín\, director of Distriseguridad. \nThe event is aimed at political leaders and all actors in the public sector\, as a meeting point to share experiences\, learn\, and learn about solutions that they can implement in their respective cities. \n“This event represents a unique opportunity for Colombian and Latin American companies to interact with global leaders in the Smart City industry. Corferias is proud to be part of this event\, which will strengthen the innovation and technological development ecosystem in Colombia\,” added Andrés López Valderrama\, executive president of Corferias. \nDuring the development of Smart City Expo Cartagena 2025\, attendees will be able to explore a variety of key topics that are shaping the future of smart cities. Among the main focuses of the event are: \n\nAdvanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT)\, big da\, ta and 5G networks\, which allow data to be collected and analyzed in real time to optimize urban management and improve the quality of life of citizens.\nSolutions to reduce the carbon footprint\, such as renewable energy systems\, green buildings\, and more efficient water management\, allow us to move towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.\nEfficient and sustainable transport systems\, which will include innovations in electric vehicles\, intelligent public transport systems\, and shared mobility solutions\, such as electric bicycles and scooters\, to achieve more connected and less polluting cities.\nDigital platforms for citizen participation\, which facilitate the inclusion of inhabitants in urban decision-making\, promote a more transparent and collaborative government.\nEfficient and personalized public services\, such as connected healthcare\, online education\, and advanced public safety systems\, ensure greater accessibility and rapid response to emergencies.\n\nAmong the list of prominent speakers who will participate in this stage\, there are key voices from the national and international arena that are leading urban transformation\, public innovation\, and the construction of more sustainable and inclusive cities. Among them: Alejandro Ambrad\, general director of Mentes a la Carta; Paula Andrea Palacio Salazar\, director of the Metropolitan Area of the Aburrá Valley (AMVA); Andrea Piña\, executive president of the Chamber of Commerce of Cartagena; Fernando de Pablo Martín\, general director of the Digital Office of the Madrid City Council; Pedro González Delgado\, director of Foreign Action and Institutional Relations of the Government of Tenerife; Bernardo Baranda Sepúlveda\, director for Latin America of the Institute of Transport and Development Policies (ITDP); and Gerardo Neugovsen Plotkin\, specialized technical advisor of the National Directorate of Creative Economy of the IDB. These expert voices\, among many others\, will be part of a high-level agenda designed to draw the roadmap for the present and future smart cities. \nThe Mayor’s Office of Cartagena de Indias points out that Smart City Expo Cartagena de Indias will generate a positive impact on the local and regional economy\, attracting experts\, investors\, and professionals from the sector\, which will contribute to the growth and development of the technology and construction industry in Cartagena and its surroundings. In addition\, it will be a platform for economic spillover in the city and an educational and awareness-raising tool for citizens\, promoting the adoption of smart and sustainable technologies that improve the quality of life of inhabitants. \n“Cartagena is positioned as an epicenter of the discussion on the future of sustainable and technological cities. This event reinforces our commitment to smart development\, the responsible use of resources\, and the continuous improvement of the quality of life of our inhabitants. We are excited to welcome the world’s best experts to learn\, share\, and build a more connected future together\,” said Dumek Turbay Paz\, Mayor of Cartagena. \nFor more information about the event\, registration\, and full agenda\, please visit our official website: www.smartcityexpocartagena.com. \nSmart City Expo Cartagena 2025 will be held at the Convention Center of the Hotel Las Américas. Photo credit: Smart City Expo website.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/smart-city-expo-cartagena-2025-coming-to-the-hotel-las-americas-convention-center/
LOCATION:Hotel Las Américas\, Cartagena
CATEGORIES:Diplomacy,Tech
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SUMMARY:Fire Protection Takes Center Stage at ESS+ 2025 International Safety Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fire protection will occupy a central place in the academic agenda of the ESS+ 2025 International Safety Fair\, to be held in Corferias\, Bogotá\, between August 27 and 29. \nWith a focus on human safety in cases of conflagration\, the CIPROSI LATIN AMERICA 2025 seminar will be one of the key events within the framework of this important trade fair meeting\, as it has the support of the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and FIRE LATAM (Network of Official Fire Operators of Latin America). \nThe seminar also promises to be a high-impact experience\, as the participating companies and professionals will show in real time the innovations and solutions in the field of prevention and protection against fire situations. \nWith the participation of notable leaders in fire prevention\, this will be a key space in terms of regulation\, updating\, innovation\, and development of the sector that works on comprehensive security and protection against conflagrations. \nIn the words of Ángela Milanés\, founder of this seminar – which has been held since 2018 and has been extended to Brazil\, Ecuador\, and Colombia – and CEO of Indean\, operator of the event\, CIPROSI LATIN AMERICA 2025 is an unmissable meeting point for those involved in fire protection issues\, “because it is not just an exhibition\, but the engine that drives security in the region\, a space where key decisions are made\, and strategic connections are generated for the future.”NFPA \nThese are some outstanding speakers and specialists\, and the topics they will present at the meeting: \n\nÁngela Milanés Vega: opening and closing of the seminar.\nRodrigo Chiguasuque: NFPA Certified CEPI Standards Specialist. Challenges and solutions in the implementation of fire protection regulations.\nLaura Duarte Osorio: Doctor and master’s degree in risk management and disaster prevention. Neuroscience applied to human security.\nAlberto Bejarano: Mechanical engineer with a master’s degree in welding engineering\, PhD candidate from the National University of Colombia and the University of Kassel (Germany). Safety in hot work.\nJaime Andrés García: Architect specialized in fire protection\, Life safety codes: construction and architectural aspects.\n\nNFPA 20 and NFPA 25 compliance in pumping systems. \n\nAntonio Yesid López: Civil Engineer with a specialization in Environmental Management of Water Resources. The 5 Most Dangerous Sprinkler System Failures and How to Avoid Them with NFPA 13.\nJosé Joaquín Álvarez: Engineer and master’s degree in fire prevention. Colombian Earthquake Resistant Construction Regulations. Criteria for construction systems.\n\nLearn more about this outstanding event by visiting ciprosi.com \nESS+\, a name that encompasses all safety concepts\nThe ESS+ 2025 International Security Fair receives its name through three key concepts for this industry: Efficiency\, Security and Safety\, which refer to Operational Efficiency within organizations\, Security of specific areas such as physical\, electronic or digital infrastructure; and Protection of human beings in work environments\, including fire control\, signage and industrial safety\, among the most outstanding. Finally\, the + sign (Plus) symbolizes the added value and constant innovation that this fair offers to the industry\, always incorporating new sectors\, technologies\, concepts\, and approaches. \nFor more details on schedules\, registration\, and guest speakers\, visit www.securityfaircolombia.com/es or follow our social networks. The ESS+ 2025 International Security Fair is the event where knowledge is also the protagonist.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/fire-protection-takes-center-stage-at-ess-2025-international-safety-fair/
LOCATION:Corferias\, Carrera 37 #24-67\, Bogotá\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:23 Customer Experience Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The largest CX stage in Latin America. A space to understand and analyze the evolution of businesses and their relationship with customers\, generating disruption through innovation\, digital transformation\, talent management and artificial intelligence\, so that companies can understand\, structure and create a value offer that meets the needs of each sector of the economy. Today we connect sectors to create an exponential experience and change the way of doing business. \nOrganized by Bpro\, Colombia’s BPO and contact center industry organization.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/23-customer-experience-summit-2025/
LOCATION:Hilton Cartagena\, Avenida Almirante Brion\, El Laguito\, Cartagena\, Bolivar\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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SUMMARY:Launch of Academia Antioquia
DESCRIPTION:Transforming lives through education and technology!\nThe launch of the Academia en Antioquia project to train regional collectives  in cybersecurity skills\, improving the quality of life and social inclusion for Antioquia residents.
URL:https://www.financecolombia.com/event/launch-of-academia-antioquia/
LOCATION:Ruta-N\, Calle 67 #52-20\, Medellín\, Antioquia\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Tech
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