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Digital Finance
Fintech, payment technologies, the transformation of investment, and next-generation finance.
10 METROPOLITAN CITIES • 2026–2027
12th Year
From artificial intelligence to intelligence that delivers...
Turkey's technology journey begins this year in Gaziantep. Decision-makers, technology professionals, the finance world, entrepreneurs and public-sector representatives come together on the same future agenda.
DateSeptember 30, 2026
Time12:00 - 18:00
CityGaziantep
VenueSoutheastern Anatolia Exporters' Union Conference Hall
GAZİANTEP / 98
Meetup #98 in
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10Metropolitan cities
15,000+In-person attendees
10M+Digital reach
25+Speakers
50+Sponsors & partners
20+Startups
WHY THIS GATHERING?
Don't just watch the technology agenda. Be at the table shaping it.
Artificial intelligence, blockchain and digital finance are rapidly transforming how we do business, the economy and everyday life. Turkey Technology Meetups has been bringing together the people at the center of this transformation on the same stage for 12 years.
First stop: September 30 • Gaziantep
MAIN THEME
Three powerful headlines shaping the future
We come together not just to talk about technology, but to explore its real impact on business, investment and society.
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Blockchain
Web3, tokenization, digital assets, and the new layer of the trust economy.
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Artificial Intelligence
Efficiency, automation, generative AI, and new ways of working for organizations.
SPEAKERS
Share the stage with the names shaping the future.
We'll announce our speakers here as the program takes shape.
Prof. Dr. Vedat AKGİRAY
CARF - Chairman of the Board
Mete AKCAN
GAIB - Coordinator Chairman
Sadullah UZUN
Ministry of Industry and Technology - Director General of Artificial Intelligence and National Technologies
Onur TURAN
WhiteBIT TR - Chairman of the Board
Hande Ocak BAŞEV
WSI - Managing Partner
Merter ÖZDEMİR
Eticaret A.Ş - CEO
Ayse Burçak GÜVEN
FORBES - Media Group Chairman
Timuçin ÖĞÜN
Dorabase - CEO
Prof. Dr. İbrahim KIRCOVA
Yıldız Technical University
Furkan DEMİR
Konvotech - Co-Founder & AI Entrepreneur
Av. Gizem DURMUŞOĞLU
Lawyer
Ekrem TEYMUR
Haberler.com - Founder & AI Entrepreneur
Onur YILMAZ
LEVELUP - CEO
Sezin SİVRİ
Strategist
Seval ÜÇLER
Technology Leader
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Connect with the right people, at the right time.
Decision-makers from different sectors and the builders of the technology ecosystem come together in Gaziantep.
Join the participantsCorporate Decision-Makers
CEOs, CTOs, CIOs, CMOs and senior executives
Technology Professionals
Software developers, data scientists and AI specialists
The Finance World
Banks, fintech companies and investment funds
Public Sector & Academia
Public institutions, municipalities and universities
12 YEARS OF GATHERING CULTURE
Where ideas turn into a stage, and connections turn into collaboration.
A live event experience designed around an agenda that shapes technology, a strong community, and new collaborations.
TURKEY ROADSHOW
One question in 10 cities: how will we build the future together?
The technology journey that begins in Gaziantep will continue through the second quarter of 2027 in Turkey's leading production, trade and innovation hubs.
CORPORATE STAKEHOLDERS
The strength of the region meets the future of technology.
Main Sponsor
Corporate Partner
Organization Partners
Diamond Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Media Partners
Supporters
FREQUENTLY ASKED
What you need to know before registering
01When and where is the event?
It will take place on September 30, 2026, from 12:00 to 18:00, at the Southeastern Anatolia Exporters' Union Conference Hall.
02Have the program and speakers been announced?
Program planning is underway. This page will be updated as sessions and speakers are confirmed, and registered attendees will be notified.
03Is there a participation fee?
Pre-registration for the Gaziantep meetup is free. Details about capacity and attendance confirmation will be shared by the organization team.
04Who can attend?
The event is open to business decision-makers, technology professionals, the finance ecosystem, entrepreneurs, and public-sector and academic representatives.
05How do I know my registration went through?
Once you successfully complete the form, you'll be redirected to a thank-you screen. Program and venue announcements will be shared through the contact details you provide during registration.
GAZİANTEP • SEPTEMBER 30, 2026
Take your place among those who build the future, not just watch it.
Fill out the pre-registration form and be the first to know when the program, speaker and venue announcements are confirmed.
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Fill out the formShare your details securely.
02Be the first to knowGet program and venue announcements first.
03Let's meet in GaziantepJoin the technology ecosystem on September 30.
FREE REGISTRATIONGaziantep / Sep 30, 2026 / 12:00–18:00
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