AI reality check

Beyond the hype: how can you actually use AI?

November 24, 2026
Technopolis

Three years of AI hype are behind us. The grand promises are gradually giving way to the real question: How do you get results from AI without losing control? We’re building the third edition of our AI event around that question, once again at Technopolis in Mechelen.

An evening featuring a thought-provoking keynote, in-depth sessions on security, operationalization, and adoption, and plenty of time to catch up with peers.

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Program

Our keynote speaker this year is Johan Van Looy, currently Head of AI at the Antwerp Police Zone and former long-time CEO of Innocom. He’ll take you on a journey through the broader evolution of AI—beyond the pure technical aspects—to the big question of what this technology means for humanity: will it help us move forward, or will it simply accelerate disruption?

This year, we’re focusing on putting AI into practice and keeping it manageable. We’ll explore this in three sessions:

  1. AI and Security: How Do You Keep AI Secure as You Scale It Up?
  2. AI and Operationalization: How Do You Deploy AI Cost-Effectively and Manageably in Production, While Keeping Your Token Costs Under Control?
  3. AI and Adoption: An International Insurance Group Shares How It Engaged Thousands of Employees in a Scalable and Fun AI Learning Journey.

Practical information

We’ll welcome you starting at 5:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception. Afterward, you’ll dive into the keynote and breakout sessions. We’ll wrap up with drinks around 10:00 p.m.

Register now to secure your spot. The program will take shape over the coming weeks, so keep an eye on this page for the full agenda.