BEYOND, Asia’s premier technology festival, will return to The Venetian Macao Cotai Expo from May 26 to 29, 2027, rebranded to reflect its transformation into a global innovation ecosystem connecting more than 160,000 participants from over 120 countries since its 2021 debut.
- BEYOND evolves from expo to a six-pillar innovation ecosystem
- 2027 event expects over 35,000 participants and 1,200 exhibitors
- Focus spans AI, robotics, new energy, Web3, investment, and more
What happened
BEYOND announced that its flagship event will take place again at The Venetian Macao Cotai Expo from May 26-29, 2027, under a new global identity that drops 'Expo' to emphasize its evolution. Since launching in 2021, the festival has transformed into one of Asia’s fastest-growing and most internationally connected tech gatherings, hosting over 160,000 participants from numerous countries and regions.
The event now includes six distinct but interconnected pillars designed to foster innovation and collaboration: BEYOND Expo for showcasing tech breakthroughs, BEYOND Summit for thought leadership, BEYOND Awards recognizing impactful innovations, BEYOND Ventures linking startups and capital, BEYOND Spotlight enhancing visibility, and BEYOND Connect for community building and networking.
Why it matters
As Asia’s tech landscape expands rapidly, BEYOND’s shift reflects a broader trend of tech events evolving into comprehensive innovation platforms that emphasize not just products but ideas, capital, media presence, and relationships. This change underscores the increasing complexity and interconnectedness of technology-driven ecosystems, highlighting the importance of multi-dimensional engagement for startups, investors, media, and policymakers alike.
For regional and global participants, BEYOND provides a critical stage to explore cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, new energy technologies, healthcare, and Web3. The event’s ability to attract leading investors, family offices, and global media ensures it plays a pivotal role in shaping technology adoption and entrepreneurship in Asia, with spillover effects on international innovation networks.
What to watch next
The 2027 edition is expected to draw more than 35,000 attendees, including over 1,200 exhibitors and 900 investors, alongside 700 media and key opinion leaders globally. Observers should watch for announcements on the latest frontier technologies launched at BEYOND Expo, as well as insights shared during the BEYOND Summit sessions involving more than 400 speakers covering diverse themes related to future tech and investment trends.
Additionally, the integration of cultural and crossover elements—from business and sports figures to entertainment icons—signals a growing emphasis on multidisciplinary innovation perspectives. How BEYOND Connect’s curated experiences will enhance networking and deal-making within this dynamic environment could set new benchmarks for future tech festivals in Asia and beyond.