Catalyzing a robust national innovation ecosystem by bridging DeepTech science, industry adoption, and venture-ready opportunities to accelerate Algeria’s knowledge economy.
From Research to Real-World Impact
DeepX is a strategic platform that turns research into practical industry opportunities and scalable solutions with economic and societal value.
Venture Building and Commercialization
Support the transition from research to market through structured venture development approaches that help validated ideas grow into sustainable businesses.
Technology Transfer and IP Strategy
Enable clear and effective technology transfer pathways through partnerships, capability development, and localization strategies that support long-term value creation.
Industrial Adoption and Scale-Up
Support industry partners in adopting new technologies through pilot initiatives, implementation planning, and structured pathways to operational deployment.
Industrial And Corporate Capital Attraction.
Bridge advanced opportunities with venture capital firms, and strategic investors to support responsible growth.
Policy Enablement and Ecosystem Development
Collaborate with public stakeholders to strengthen regulatory frameworks and ecosystem infrastructure that encourage innovation and adoption.
Research with Practical and Societal Impact
Focus on research opportunities that address real societal and market needs, ensuring scientific efforts remain relevant and impactful.
Priority Technology Clusters for National Impact
Focused technology sectors selected for their strategic importance, economic relevance, and long-term growth potential across Algeria and the wider region.
Bringing the Innovation Value Chain Together
DeepX convenes all key actors involved in innovation to encourage collaboration, shared understanding, and coordinated action across key clusters.
Deep Tech Founders & Scientists
Researchers and entrepreneurs developing advanced technologies and applied solutions
Senior Industry Leaders
Executive decision-makers exploring innovation partnerships and technology adoption
Industrial Players
Venture capital firms, corporate venture capital funds (CVCs), family offices, and institutional investors
Policymakers and Regulators
Public leaders shaping innovation policy and economic strategy.
Ecosystem Builders
R&D centers, government ministries, and corporate laboratories
Research Institutions
Universities and national labs driving R&D excellence
Inside the DeepX Program
DeepX 2026 is a two-day strategic summit structured around time-bound DeepTech clusters, high-level dialogue, and concrete national outputs. Each session is structured to connect scientific insight, industrial capability, and national priorities.
Saturday, 14 February 2026
08:30 – 09:30
Registration & Welcome Coffee
09:30 – 10:00
Opening Ceremony
Welcome Address — DeepMinds • Official Keynote Address — Minister • Presentation: Consolidated DeepTech Map
10:00 – 10:30
Strategic Panel (Prime-Time Session)
From Capital to Capability: How Industrial Leaders Can Drive the DeepTech Economy. Industrial leadership in building and scaling DeepTech capabilities. From capital deployment to capability ownership. Participants: Industrial group executives, corporate R&D and innovation leaders.
10:30 – 12:30
Cluster 1 — Healthcare & Life Sciences
Cluster Lead Keynote (15–20 min): Healthcare & Life Sciences map, strategic priorities, and opportunities • Expert Panel Discussion: scientists, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers • Audience Interaction & Q&A
12:30 – 14:00
Cluster 2 — Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure
Cluster Lead Keynote (15–20 min): Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure map, strategic priorities, and opportunities • Expert Panel Discussion: AI & cybersecurity experts, infrastructure leaders, policymakers • Audience Interaction & Q&A
14:00 – 15:00
Lunch & Networking
15:00 – 17:00
Cluster 3 — Smart Cities & Logistics
Cluster Lead Keynote (15–20 min): Smart Cities & Logistics map, strategic priorities, and opportunities • Expert Panel Discussion: smart mobility, urban intelligence, and supply chain leaders • Audience Interaction & Q&A
17:00
VIP Networking & Private Meetings
Sunday, 15 February 2026
09:30 – 11:30
Cluster 4 — Agritech & Food Security
Cluster Lead Keynote (15–20 min): Agritech & Food Security map, strategic priorities, and opportunities • Expert Panel Discussion: climate-resilient agriculture, biotech, precision farming, policymakers • Audience Interaction & Q&A
11:30 – 13:30
Cluster 5 — FinTech & Digital Economy
Cluster Lead Keynote (15–20 min): FinTech & Digital Economy map, strategic priorities, and opportunities • Expert Panel Discussion: digital payments, AI in finance, regulation, and financial inclusion leaders • Audience Interaction & Q&A
13:30 – 14:30
Lunch Break
14:30 – 15:30
Strategic Output Session
DeepTech Opportunity Map — Algeria • Identification of national challenges • DeepTech solutions and intervention levers • Short-, medium-, and long-term opportunity horizons
15:30 – 16:00
DeepTech Pulse Magazine Launch
Editorial vision and global positioning • Thought leadership strategy
16:00 – 17:00
Closing Thesis & Strategic Declaration
Key insights from all clusters • Alignment across policy, science, and industry • DeepMinds' 6-month execution commitments
17:00
Official Closing
Announcement of DeepX Djanet Edition, December 2026
From Dialogue to Practical Outcomes
DeepX brings together the entire innovation value chain to co-create venture-ready opportunities and accelerate ecosystem growth
Science-to-Business Translation
Support the journey from research to application through guided sessions, practical workshops, and direct engagement with industry partners.
Strategic Connections and Collaboration
Facilitate meaningful connections between founders, investors, companies, and public institutions through structured networking formats.
Knowledge Sharing and Continuity
Summit outcomes are documented and shared through DeepTech Pulse, ensuring insights remain accessible to the wider ecosystem.
Under High-Level Patronage, With Institutional Support
Ministry of the Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-Enterprises
Ministry of the Pharmaceutical Industry
High Commission for Digitalization
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
Ministry of Health, Population, and Hospital Reform
DeepX 2026 is organized under high-level patronage, with the support of key national public institutions committed to innovation, scientific development, and economic transformation.
Our Deeptech experts and panelists
Dr. Fouad Bousetouane
Lecturer in Generative AI, the University of Chicago
Cyber security AI & DeepTech Co-lead
Dr. Abdenour Haddou
Managing partner & Chief AI, DeepMinds
AI & DeepTech Clusters lead
Prof. Merouane Debbah
Professor at Khalifa University, Director of the 6G Research center
Smart City AI & DeepTech Co-lead
Prof. Ahmed Guessoum
Professor of AI, National Higher School of AI
Healthcare AI & DeepTech Co-lead
Dr. Djamila Aouada
Deputy Director at SnT, University of Luxembourg
Fintech AI & DeepTech Co-lead
Dr. Sid Ahmed Benraouane
AI Governance Expert, IAPP
Scientific & Industry Program Chair
Dr. Lotfi Belkhir
Academic & Innovation Leader, Barzan University College
Agriculture Cluster Lead
Nadjia Drici
Managing Director & Partner, BCG
Healthcare Cluster Lead
Nabil Chair
Head of Sales & Partnerships, DuoKey
Cybersecurity cluster lead
Tarek Nechma
CEO of ComplyCube
FIntech Cluster Lead
Dr. Imane Benkhelifa
Founder & CEO, Proxilan SPA
Smart city & logistics Cluster Lead
Reda Amrani
Principal Production Technologist, Shell
Panel moderator
Souheil Guessoum
Strategic Business Leader, CAPC
Keynote speaker
Prof. Malika Aid-Boudries
Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School
Healthcare cluster co-author
Prof. Said Dermime
Senior Scientist, Hamad Medical Corporation
Healthcare cluster co-author
Dr. Mourad Belkhelfa
Biotechnology Research Leader, USTHB
Healthcare Cluster co-author
Dr. Nadia Boutaoui
Healthcare Innovation Strategist
Healthcare Cluster co-author
Walid Gaddas
Managing Director, STECIA International
Agriculture Cluster co-author
Redouane GUEBLI
Founder of NY global business consulting
Fintech Cluster co-author
Mohand Amroun
CEO of Pargamon perspective Technologies
Smart City Cluster co-author
What DeepX Delivers
Two days dedicated to collaboration and alignment, with outcomes designed to support continued progress beyond the summit
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Industry Leaders and Cluster Chairs
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Priority Technology Clusters
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Decision-Makers and Active Participants
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National DeepTech Roadmap
Science-to-Business Translation
Accelerate the path from research to market through structured mentorship, hands-on workshops, and direct connections with industry partners
Matchmaking & Networking
Facilitate high-value 1:1 connections between founders, investors, corporates, and government officials through curated networking sessions
Knowledge Dissemination
All summit outputs published through Deep Tech Pulse, creating a lasting digital knowledge platform for continuous ecosystem development
