EVENTS

Good Governance and Law in Sport

17/11/2022
– 18/11/2022
Hall O, Lunex University, Differdange, Luxemburg
The business of sport is always evolving, confronting sports organisations with new challenges every day. To cope with these challenges, further development of the roles of sport managers is greatly needed. To meet this need, LUNEX is actively working on ongoing research projects in the field of sport, which includes a significant European project: Sport Good Governance Game (SG3). Supported by the UNESCO Chair, the Good Governance and Law in Sport Conference helps different sports organisations and governmental agencies, by providing clarity on sports governance and the legal environment in both Luxembourg and Europe.

Houdini HIVE Education/Studio edition

30/11/2021
Online
Join us at the Houdini HIVE: Education/Studio Edition to hear from leaders at the top schools, who are creating programs to foster high quality, hireable talent – and hear from the studios on what they’re looking for when hiring. The Houdini Education Program is thrilled to support these discussions and the strengthening of relationships between academia and industry.

VP-Days 2024

08/02/2024
– 09/02/2024
VP Studio, AED Studios, Lint, Belgium
Join us on February 8 or February 9 and be at the forefront of innovation in the world of Virtual Film Production. The VP-days conference is a chance for you to come and meet industry leaders and experts and explore cutting-edge technologies reshaping the cinematic landscape. From camera tracking to real-time content creation, the dark matter that is Colour Space and shooting car plates, this conference is a comprehensive dive into the exciting world of Virtual Film Production. Discover and experience the latest advancements, engage with industry leaders, and gain invaluable insights into the complexity of creating immersive cinematic experiences in a LED volume. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring filmmaker, this conference covers a wide array of knowledge and expertise, illuminating the path towards the future of filmmaking.

MIDEM+

24/01/2024
– 27/01/2024
Cannes, France
MIDEM+ is THE event bringing together international music industry leaders, focused on business, innovation, networking and talent discovery. MIDEM+ will host MIDƐM+24 Experience, a leading neutral platform for dialogue, influence, and collaboration on the current and future challenges of the music industry. For this 2024 edition, the objective is to stimulate debate and bring about convergences of views during privileged moments of exchange between political actors and the music industry ecosystem.

Unite 2023

15/11/2023
– 16/11/2023
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
For the first time in four years, our popular Unite conference is back, live and in person. Whether you’re new to Unity, a seasoned pro, or just curious about our real-time 3D technology, Unite 2023 will celebrate the vibrant Unity community in all its glory. We have an exciting agenda planned that covers everything games, including our renowned Keynote – full of inspiring content, crowd-pleasing announcements, and walk-ons from people behind some of your favorite games. During the day, there’ll be 30+ deep-dive technical sessions organized into four tracks – Ecosystem, AI, Multiplayer, and Growth. Our team will be spotlighting the latest Unity tools and features, demonstrating timesaving workflows, sharing proven strategies for ensuring game success, and giving you a sneak peek of what’s coming soon. Members of the Unity community, including developers from top studios, will be highlighting how they use Unity to achieve amazing games and experiences and run them on multiple platforms.

Siggraph 2023

06/08/2023
– 10/08/2023
Los Angeles Convention Center, LA, USA
Like the Atomic Age of yesterday, the Information Age of today, and the Imagination Age of tomorrow, SIGGRAPH represents a near-perfect timeline of discovery and advancement in the computer graphics world. For 50 years, the conference has ushered in new breakthroughs, bolstered a community of perpetual dreamers, and mapped a future where exponential innovation isn’t just possible — it’s inevitable. With that in mind, SIGGRAPH is more than a passive highlight of yesteryear. It’s a system that transcends time, where energy and inspiration continuously coalesce to drive infinite advancement. Celebrating 50 years of our conference presents the opportunity to recognize 2023 as the Age of SIGGRAPH, a living era in the conference legacy that honors the full chronology of the industry, the community, and the organization — then, now, and far into the future.

FMX 2023

25/04/2023
– 27/04/2023
Haus der Wirtschaft, Stuttgart, Germany
Every spring, media creators share insights into the latest creative developments of their productions and present cutting-edge tools and pipelines, fascinating real time technologies and innovative business models as part of the FMX Conference program. Over the years, thousands of speakers have entered the FMX stage to share their insights into the world of animation, effects, interactive and immersive media.

AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment #6

12/02/2026
Lab of Tomorrow
A series of AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment meetups across Flanders supported by DAE Research, Flanders Game Hub & Datameister. Speakers: -Agathe Boudr (DAE Research) AI-Assisted Visual Production in Blue Balance – Tim Van Dingen (Boost Graphics) Gaussian Splatting & AI in Live Broadcasting – Panel: Perception and Future of AI Across Music, Gaming, and Live Entertainment with Jan Pauly, Brecht De Man, Martin de Ronde, Joris Corthout, Ruben Verhack

The creative edge: exploring AI’s light and shadow

11/12/2025
Wintercircus
This event focuses on the current state of AI in the creative sector. You will get an update from speakers from the field (advertising, digital marketing, media and entertainment) who will share their vision and approach. There will also be a professor addressing the ethical issues surrounding AI, an expert diving deeper into Dutch LLMs, and a look at how AI is viewed in China. We will discuss the opportunities, the limitations, the legal side, and how you as a creative agency or marketing team can prepare your workflow for AI applications. So you’ll go home after the event with concrete insights and fresh inspiration to get your organization ready for the future.

Testerep Closing Event

05/11/2025
SILT Middelkerke, Belgium
The TESTEREP Closing Conference is a multidisciplinary event held at Silt Middelkerke, marking the conclusion of a multi-year research project into the lost island of Testerep. The conference brings together scientists, archaeologists, coastal researchers, and digital media specialists to present new insights into the region’s ancient coastal landscapes and how they evolved over time.

AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment #5

02/10/2025
Pixel Nexus
A series of AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment meetups across Flanders supported by DAE Research, Flanders Game Hub & Datameister. Speakers: -Jarne Van den Herrewegen (Datameister) 3D Generative AI: Image-based 3D reconstruction – Dr. ir. Hannes Mareen (IDLab, Ghent University) Fake Images: Creation, Detection, and Implications – Kyan Nnamadim (VRT) AI as the Ultimate Creative Partner

AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment #4

13/03/2025
Datameister HQ – Gent
A series of AI in Digital Arts, Game Dev & Entertainment meetups across Flanders supported by DAE Research, Flanders Game Hub & Datameister. Speakers: -Jarne Van den Herrewegen (Datameister) 3D Generative AI: Image-based 3D reconstruction – Dr. ir. Hannes Mareen (IDLab, Ghent University) Fake Images: Creation, Detection, and Implications – Kyan Nnamadim (VRT) AI as the Ultimate Creative Partner