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Apple's European Government Affairs Director to Speak at Web Summit 2026
Key points
- Sébastien Gros will represent Apple at Web Summit 2026.
- Gros is Apple's Director of Government Affairs for EMEA.
- Web Summit will take place November 9–12 in Lisbon.
- Specific details of Gros's session are not yet public.
Apple's Representation at Web Summit
Sébastien Gros, Apple's Director of Government Affairs for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), is scheduled to speak at Web Summit 2026. The event will be held in Lisbon, Portugal, from November 9 to 12.
Previous Apple Participation
Apple has consistently sent executives to Web Summit in previous years. Past speakers include Craig Federighi in 2021, Sumbul Desai in 2022, Sarah Herrlinger in 2024, and Ole Obermann in 2025, covering topics from sideloading to healthcare, accessibility, AI, and the music industry.
Details Pending
As of now, the specific subject of Gros's session at Web Summit has not been announced. The event is expected to host over 850 speakers from numerous countries and organizations.
Other Notable Speakers
Former Apple executive Tony Fadell, known for his work on the iPod and iPhone, is also listed as a speaker at this year's Web Summit.
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Sébastien Gros, Apple's Director of European Government Affairs, will speak at Web Summit in Lisbon from November 9–12. Apple regularly sends executives to the event to discuss various topics, though Gros's specific session details are not yet announced.