# Technology and tourism forums in Varna

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/technology-and-tourism-forums-in-varna
> Updated: 2026-10-26T13:01:14.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

In October 2026, Varna, Bulgaria, hosted two major international forums focused on technological integration. The CONNEXUS 2026 Black Sea Software Congress, held from October 5 to 7, gathered international representatives from sectors including business, science, and public institutions to discuss artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

Following this, the XIX Black Sea Tourism Forum was scheduled for October 30 and 31. Under the theme ‘Intelligent Tourism Destinations – Innovation and Sustainable Development,’ this event focused on how data, automation, and generative chatbots are transforming the tourism sector and the long-term development of Varna as an intelligent destination.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Varna to host XIX Black Sea Tourism Forum

Varna will host the XIX Black Sea Tourism Forum on October 30-31, focusing on intelligent destinations, AI, and sustainable development in the tourism sector.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/varna-to-host-xix-black-sea-tourism-forum

### 2026-10-13: Varna hosts CONNEXUS 2026 Black Sea technology forum

The CONNEXUS 2026 Black Sea Software Congress in Varna, Bulgaria, gathered international experts to discuss AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation to boost regional innovation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/varna-hosts-connexus-2026-black-sea-technology-forum

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