World AI Cannes Festival 2027 seeks startups from Alpes-Maritimes

The Maison de l’IA and the Department invite innovative young companies to apply to represent the local AI ecosystem.

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The Department of Alpes-Maritimes and the Maison de l’IA are organizing the 6th edition of the World AI Cannes Festival, on February 10 and 11, 2027, and are seeking local startups.

Around thirty selected startups will have the opportunity to represent the territory's artificial intelligence ecosystem on the « Alpes-Maritimes, Terre d’IA » pavilion. This international event dedicated to AI offers a platform to showcase innovative solutions, gain visibility, and access BtoB meetings.
To apply, companies must meet several criteria: be registered in the Alpes-Maritimes , possess a valid Kbis extract, develop an AI-based innovation relevant to the festival, and be a young company with a mature solution (at POC, MVP, or already commercialized stage).
The deadline for submitting applications is October 16th at 6 PM.
Based on information from the official source: CCI Nice Côte d'Azur (30/09/2026)