Web Summit Qatar 2026 Opens with Dancing Robots

Web Summit, one of the technology world's important gatherings, launched its 2026 event with a visual spectacle in Doha, the capital of Qatar. At the opening ceremony held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC), humanoid robots produced by China-based Unitree Robotics performed a choreographed dance in front of a large audience.

The Stage Performance of Embodied AI

The robots' synchronized movements and music-coordinated dance offered clues about the skill level reached by systems known as 'embodied AI,' which can perceive the physical world and act accordingly. This performance served as a visual introduction to the summit's main themes of artificial intelligence, startups, and the future of technology.

The Global Technology Ecosystem Meets in Doha

Web Summit Qatar 2026 brings together hundreds of innovators, investors, and technology leaders from around the world. Building on the positive momentum from previous years, the event aims to strengthen the region's position on the path to becoming a technology and innovation hub. Throughout the summit, current topics such as the ethical dimensions of AI, sustainable technologies, and digital transformation will be discussed.

The increasing number of robotics demonstrations at such events shows how technology is evolving not only as a functional tool but also as a means of artistic and cultural expression. However, these developments also bring new areas of debate to the agenda, such as content access restrictions and AI reaction.