AI Week 2026 convenes in Israel to discuss technology and security

AI Week 2026 commenced at Tel Aviv University on November 9, bringing together researchers, government officials, military representatives, and industry experts. The three-day international conference focuses on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, practical applications, and the resulting challenges in security, governance, and social impact.

Key discussion topics include the development of AI agents, which are systems capable of performing tasks and coordinating complex processes. The event also addresses cybersecurity in the age of AI, specifically examining new attack methods targeting AI systems, vulnerabilities in large language models (LLMs), and methods to enhance the safety of intelligent systems.

The conference is organized by the Blavatnik Center for Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Research, the Tel Aviv University AI and Data Science Center (TAD), and the Yuval Ne’eman Workshop on Science, Technology, and Security.