Media

Your front-row seat to Eastern Europe's tech ecosystem.

Whether you're on the lookout for your next big story on AI-native products, tracking global VC firepower flowing into CEE or sitting down with world-class builders and operators, think of our Media Room as your direct feed to the insights, data and founders shaping Eastern European tech at How to Web Conference 2026.

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How to Web Conference opens its doors to the press

Journalists, tech editors, podcasters and independent creators who pack sharp perspectives, curiosity and a drive to dig deeper into Eastern Europe's startup and tech ecosystem.

As an accredited member of the press, you get all-access pass coverage to the conference floor from October 6–8, 2026, full entry to our dedicated on-site Media Room and a direct line to the speakers, founders and investors descending on Bucharest, Romania.

What your media pass includes

Full Event Access

All-stage program

Complete access to all stage tracks, keynotes, and Build & Grow sessions across October 6–8.
Exhibition & Startup Area

Full access to the main expo floor and the Spotlight startup competition arena.
Masterminds & Workshops

Entry to high-value Mastermind sessions and hands-on operational workshops.

Media & VIP Perks

Priority check-in & VIP Area

Skip the queue with priority accreditation badge pickup and full access to the venue VIP Area.
Event App & digital agenda

Full access to the official Event App to navigate the agenda and track key sessions.
Post-event recorded sessions

Access to recorded Build & Grow stage sessions after the conference wraps.

High-level access

Investors Summit access

Exclusive entry to the Investors Summit on October 6 with 250+ top European VCs.
Side events & closing party

Access to official conference side events and the official How to Web Closing Party.

Editorial pipeline

We've lined up everything you need

From stage keynotes to off-stage dealflow, here is what's waiting for your editorial pipeline.

Keynote speaker lineup

Our stage features the minds setting the industry tempo, with leadership perspectives spanning Google, OpenAI, Meta and beyond.

Direct access to founders

Get early-look access to 40 of CEE's highest-potential startup teams as they compete in Spotlight 2026, alongside hundreds of founders building across the venue floor.

Investors Summit

Go behind closed doors with 250+ top European VC funds and global investors deploying capital into the next wave of European tech.

Side events & networking

From intimate founder-investor dinners to official How to Web partner side events, tap into off-stage conversations happening all week across Bucharest.

On site

Meet us on site and crack open your editorial pipeline

Touching down in Eastern Europe's primary innovation hub means the Media Room becomes your exclusive base of operations for the week — located right at the heart of the venue, steps away from our main exhibition and startup area.

Discover your guide to Bucharest

What does that look like in practice?

Quiet interview pods

Spaces designed specifically for sit-downs, podcast tracks and video recordings.

Dedicated workspace setup

Reliable high-speed Wi-Fi, accessible power outlets and a dedicated desk area to plug in and file on deadline.

On-site comms support

Our PR and media team will be on the ground to help you track down speakers, coordinate last-minute schedule shifts and lock in the exact conversations you need.

After the lights go down

What happens after?

The story doesn't end when the stage lights turn off. We keep bringing data and scoops straight to your editorial desk long after the conference wraps.

Venture in Eastern Europe Report 2026

The definitive post-event data breakdown tracking early-stage capital investments, deal sizes and founder growth metrics across Central and Eastern Europe — delivered straight to your inbox to anchor your Q4 tech and market analysis.