New York City | March 30 – April 3, 2026
As we step into March, momentum is building across New York.
In just a few weeks, Deep Tech Week NYC 2026 will convene the scientists, founders, investors, engineers, and policymakers shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow, and as the Smart Cities Council, we’re proud to be part of it.
This is not simply a technology gathering.
It’s a convergence of the systems that will define the future of cities.
Why This Matters for Smart Cities Council Members
Deep Tech Week is where frontier innovation meets real-world deployment.
Across 20+ confirmed events — with many more to be added in the coming weeks — conversations will span:
- Quantum computing and advanced semiconductors
- AI-native infrastructure and dual-use technologies
- Climate resilience and clean energy
- Advanced biotech and health systems
- Urban systems, digital governance, and next-generation infrastructure
For our members — city leaders, planners, technologists, developers, investors, and corporate innovators — this is a rare opportunity to engage directly with the pioneers building the foundational technologies that will power safer, more sustainable, and more equitable cities.
A High-Signal Lineup
The first draft of speakers already includes leaders such as:
- David Ulevitch of Andreessen Horowitz
- Charles Beyrouthy of Forma Prime
- Pranav Gokhale of Infleqtion
- Susan Schofer of HAX
And this is only the beginning. Historically, many events are added in the final weeks before kickoff — meaning the calendar will continue to expand throughout March.
An Ecosystem Effort
Deep Tech Week is community-powered and supported by global institutions including:
- JPMorgan Chase
- UBS
- SOSV
As well as frontier-focused organizations such as:
- Quantonation
- Hof Capital
- OneSixOne
- Everstar
- Ligandal
- Psymed Ventures
For Smart Cities Council members, this ecosystem represents potential collaborators across energy, mobility, digital infrastructure, health systems, AI governance, and climate technology.
How Our Members Can Engage
Most events during the week are free to attend, though registrations are selective.
To increase your likelihood of acceptance:
- Create a detailed Deep Tech Week profile to highlight your background and areas of interest.
- Register early via the official calendar.
- Consider a VIP Pass for priority access, curated introductions, and invite-only receptions.
For those interested in hosting an event, this is a powerful moment. With 20,000+ registered deep tech professionals — including thousands of founders and over a thousand investors — hosting provides exposure, curated attendee insights, and AI-powered promotional tools.
The Urban Future Is Being Designed Now
At the Smart Cities Council, we believe cities are the ultimate platform for innovation.
Deep Tech Week NYC is where the enabling technologies — quantum systems, resilient grids, AI-native infrastructure, advanced materials, biotech breakthroughs — move from theory to deployment.
As March begins, we encourage our members to participate, contribute, and connect.
The science fiction future isn’t decades away.
It’s gathering in New York.
And we look forward to seeing many of you there.
More information can be found here.
To express interest or discuss participation, contact: karen.norden@smartcitiescouncil.com
About Smart Cities Council
Smart Cities Council is a global network of cities, governments, technology leaders, investors, and solution providers dedicated to enabling city and community transformation through governance, finance, technology, and partnerships that deliver measurable outcomes.
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