Uptime Institute is committed to sharing knowledge, insights, and proven methodologies with the industry at large–both at our own corporate events and by participating as thought leaders in events both virtually and around the globe.
In 2026, we plan to meet with thousands of end-users, service providers, and cloud providers at dozens of events across all seven continents and online at virtual conferences. We hope to see you!
Upcoming Industry Events
2026
Capacity Iraq Connect
Co-located with Capacity Middle East
Date
February 9, 2026Location
Dubai, UAEEvent Details
Panel: Building Iraq's digital future
Date: February 9, 2026, 14:05-14:50
Speaker: Homere Debs, Business Development Director, Uptime Institute
Location: Al Wasl Ballroom
Abstract: Iraq is a market with massive potential for digital infrastructure investment, not only as a transit route but also as a growing consumer of digital services. We are seeing significant government support for new AI data centres, the national backbone network, and a comprehensive strategy to drive FTTH, along with growing private sector investment.
- How is the state-owned backbone network supporting increased fibre deployment?
- How are international companies evaluating investment within Iraq?
- What will it take to see significant data centre deployments within Iraq?
Datacloud Middle East 2026
Date
February 10-12, 2026Location
Dubai, UAEEvent Details
Panel: Fast-Track to Scale: designing data centres for high-density growth
Date: February 10, 2026 at 14:00-14:45
Speaker: Mustapha Louni, Chief Business Officer, Uptime Institute
DCD>Management & Operations
Date
February 17, 2026Location
VirtualEvent Details
Episode: Defining automation’s role in maintenance and cost reduction
Date: February 17, 2026, 9:00-10:00 ET
Speaker: Dr. Rand Talib, Research Analyst, Uptime Institute
Operational excellence often relies on the judgement of a professional, however the possibility of being able to automate certain procedures and utilize predictive analytics for proactive maintenance remains a key aspect of an operator’s toolbox. This episode will explore the potential of smarter operations through better data utilization and the foundations needed to make this a success. We will unpack:
- How to harness analytics to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Where automation can deliver measurable savings within operations and maintenance
- The potential role of AI in streamlining operations
- Managing confidence and risks when introducing autonomous control
Datacenter Forum Oslo 2026
Date
February 26, 2026Location
Oslo, NorwayEvent Details
Session: Five Data Center Predictions for 2026
Date: February 26, 2026, 10:00-10:25
Speaker: Tomas Rahkonen, Research Director, Uptime Intelligence
Location: Stage 2
Digital Transformation Summit - South Africa 2026
Date
March 11, 2026Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
DCD>Connect | MENA 2026
Date
April 20-21, 2026Location
Dubai, UAEEvent Details
DCD>Debate: AI vs. human oversight - Is AI ready to run operations?
Date: April 20, 2026 | 13:30-14:15
Speaker: Mustapha Louni, Chief Business Officer, Uptime Institute
Datacenter Forum Copenhagen 2026
Date
September 24, 2026Location
Copenhagen, Denmark
More events to come. Please check back.