Welcome to the Future in Amsterdam: Inside ILIVE’25

Discover why Amsterdam is the perfect backdrop for ILIVE’25, where innovation, global connections, and bold ideas come to life. 🌍🚀

When we chose Amsterdam as the home of ILIVE’25, it wasn’t just about canals, bikes, and stroopwafels (though we love those too). It was about energy, access, and alignment with a bold mission: to shape the AI era by gathering the world's most innovative minds in a place that feels like the future.

Here’s why Amsterdam isn’t just a backdrop — it’s a co-conspirator in everything ILIVE stands for:

🌍 1. A Truly Global CrossroadsAmsterdam is where worlds collide — in the best way possible. As one of Europe’s most connected cities, it offers direct flights from 300+ destinations, welcoming changemakers from across the globe. Whether you're flying in from San Francisco, Singapore, or Stockholm, Amsterdam is a gateway city that says: “You’ve arrived.”

🚀 2. Startup Spirit, Corporate FirepowerWith a thriving tech ecosystem, Amsterdam is home to global giants like Adyen, Booking.com, and TomTom, while also fueling the next generation of AI startups and scale-ups. It’s a playground for bold innovation, with European HQs of Tesla, Netflix, and Nike just around the corner.In short: it’s where corporates and startups speak the same language — innovation.

🧠 3. A City That Thinks ForwardFrom smart city infrastructure to AI-driven sustainability, Amsterdam is a living lab for progressive ideas. The city isn’t just hosting a future-focused event — it is one. With digital public services, green tech, and a deep cultural embrace of creativity and experimentation, it mirrors ILIVE’s mission to explore what’s next.

👥 4. The People PowerAmsterdam’s open-minded, multilingual, and globally-savvy population makes it a natural hub for inclusive conversation. It's a place where diverse voices are amplified, and collaboration flows easily — whether in a keynote hall or over coffee by the canal.

🎨 5. Culture Meets CreativityBetween thought-provoking panels and exclusive keynotes, you’ll experience world-class art, design, and nightlife. ILIVE’25 isn’t just about work — it’s about energy. And this city delivers in full: museum visits, after-hours events, canal dinners, and architectural gems in every corner.

🏛️ 6. Policy Meets PossibilityWith strong government support for innovation, tech, and sustainability, Amsterdam is also where public-private partnerships thrive. For pioneers and policy makers, this is the ideal stage to not just talk about change — but activate it.

✨ Final WordWe chose Amsterdam because it’s open, alive, and unapologetically ambitious. Just like ILIVE’25.So pack your vision. Bring your boldest ideas. And get ready to meet the future — in the city that’s already living it.

📍 ILIVE’25 | November 26–28 | Amsterdam Where elite pioneers meet to reshape industries.