The dominant trend this year could not be clearer. Everything revolves around AI, whether in its genetic, industrial, or agent-based forms. Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant promise. It is already here, quietly transforming every sector, every conversation, and every vision of the next chapter of our digital world.

Walking through the vibrant halls, I was impressed by the diversity of people. Founders, researchers, investors, creators, and dreamers shared ideas openly. The Web Summit is more than a global stage for startups. It is a living ecosystem where knowledge is exchanged, perspectives evolve and innovation becomes tangible. What moved me the most was not only the technology presented but the human spirit behind it. Curiosity, resilience, and the determination to build something meaningful were present in every corner.

At one of the sessions led by Empowered Startups, Chris Lennon said something that stayed with me. He reminded the audience that everyone can be a founder. In his view, a global entrepreneur is not necessarily someone who sells products around the world, but someone who builds or supports businesses across cultures, contexts, or jurisdictions. That message made me reflect on the bakery in the neighborhood, the car repair workshop, or the hair salon down the street. These are also examples of entrepreneurship. Their founders innovate daily to keep their businesses alive. Entrepreneurship is not only about technology. It is about acting at the right moment, solving problems, and believing in one’s own ability to grow.

This thought accompanied me as I watched one of the most emotional presentations of the day. Wandercraft introduced its Atalante exoskeleton, an extraordinary fusion of robotics, health, and AI. Guided by advanced physical intelligence and GPT-level data systems, this device allows people with severe mobility challenges to stand, walk and regain independence. As someone academically trained as a physiotherapist earlier in my life, the demonstration touched me deeply. I remembered the effort and hope of helping patients take their first steps. Seeing that technology now makes this possible in such a natural and adaptive way was simply inspiring.

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Later, I explored the world of AI agents. These systems can support entrepreneurs by creating coaching plans, structuring marketing strategies, or even managing communication tasks. I attempted to test the limits of one of these agents with a complex question related to real estate migration trends. The system could not provide a direct answer yet, but what fascinated me was the prediction that such insights may be available by the first quarter of 2026. It reaffirmed what many speakers said throughout the day. The new mantra is no longer location, location, but data, data, data.

My last stop brought me to a presentation by Bloxx, a startup proposing a new way to access home ownership without traditional mortgages. The concept was explained by Cliff Curtis, known internationally as an actor and communicator. As someone who works in the real estate sector, this idea immediately captured my attention. It is still in the early stages, but if it develops successfully, it may reshape how people access housing around the world.

I ended the day with a clear sense of clarity. AI is not a single revolution but a collection of many. It touches health, mobility, entrepreneurship, communication, and home ownership. Above all, it amplifies human potential. Behind each model and algorithm, there is a shared desire to improve lives.

Walking out of the venue, surrounded by optimism and ambition, I felt proud to witness this moment firsthand. The future is no longer something distant. It is happening right here, right now, and we are fortunate enough to be part of it.