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University of Liverpool cites prominent role at 800-delegate regional AI summit

The University of Liverpool says it took a prominent part in the 2026 Liverpool City Region International AI Summit, which had more than 800 attendees and has had the university as a sponsor from the start.

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Why it matters: The University of Liverpool has backed the regional AI Summit as a sponsor in all three of its editions so far, the university said.

The University of Liverpool said it took a prominent part in the 2026 edition of the Liverpool City Region International AI Summit, an event examining AI's impact on industry and society.

Attendance exceeded 800 delegates, according to the university.

The university said this year marked the summit's third edition and that it has sponsored the event from its first year.

Editor’s view

Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor

The University of Liverpool has sponsored the Liverpool City Region International AI Summit throughout its three editions, and reports that more than 800 delegates attended in 2026.

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