Web Summit Rio 2025
Web Summit Rio returns to Brazil from April 27 to 30, 2025, building on the tremendous success of the 2024 edition which gathered more than 34,000 people, 500 plus speakers, and 1,000 plus startups at Riocentro.
This landmark technology event continues to serve as a vital platform for connecting the global tech community with South America’s thriving innovation ecosystem.
About Web Summit Rio
Web Summit Rio is part of the prestigious roster of international events organized by Web Summit, taking to the world stage alongside Web Summit in Lisbon, Web Summit Qatar in Doha, Web Summit Vancouver in Canada, and RISE in Hong Kong. The event provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage with industry leaders, investors, startups, and technology enthusiasts from across the globe.
South American tech is flourishing, with Brazil’s startup ecosystem demonstrating remarkable resilience amid regional funding challenges. Rio de Janeiro serves as the perfect host city for this gathering of the global tech community, offering both world class facilities and a dynamic innovation environment.
Event Highlights
Web Summit Rio 2025 will feature:
- 34,000+ attendees from across the global technology landscape
- 500+ speakers sharing insights on emerging trends and innovations
- 1,000+ startups showcasing cutting edge products and solutions
- Unparalleled networking opportunities with decision makers and industry leaders
- Curated matchmaking between investors, founders, and potential partners
- Specialized tracks covering diverse technology sectors and business challenges
Venue
The conference will be held at Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro’s premier exhibition and convention center, providing a world class setting for this global technology gathering.
Why Attend?
Web Summit Rio offers a unique opportunity to:
- Connect with leading entrepreneurs, investors, and technology executives
- Discover emerging trends and innovations from South America and beyond
- Explore partnership and investment opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic markets
- Gain insights from diverse perspectives across technology, business, and society
- Experience the vibrant tech ecosystem of Brazil, Latin America’s largest economy
Speakers Include:
The first 2025 speakers already announced include:
- Marcelo Claure, Group Vice Chairman, SHEIN
- Justina Nixon Saintil, CIO, IBM
- Marcio Aguiar, Executive Director, Nvidia
- Maren Lau, Head of Latin America, Meta Platforms, Inc.
- Felipe Neto, YouTuber
- Angela Strange, General Partner, Andreessen Horowitz
- Carol Baracat, Global Director of Integrated Marketing, TikTok
- Nicolas Robinson Andrade, Head of Global Affairs, Latin America & Caribbean, Open AI
- Dileep Thazhmon, Co founder & CEO, Jeeves
- Priscyla Laham, President, Microsoft
- Vidya Peters, CEO, DataSnipper
- Sara Sabry, Astronaut, CEO & Founder, Deep Space Initiative
- Jack McCauley, Co founder of Oculus, Professor, UC Berkeley
- Gabriela Comazzetto, GM Global Business Solutions Latam and Brazil, TikTok
- Hugo Gloss, Creator
Web Summit Rio 2025 represents an essential opportunity for anyone involved in technology to engage with the Latin American innovation ecosystem and connect with global tech leaders in one of South America’s most vibrant and beautiful cities.