VDS is an international technology event organized by Startup Valencia, bringing together startups, scaleups, corporations, investors, public leaders and innovators. Held at Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences since 2018, the event positions the city as a global innovation hub and a business bridge linking Europe, Latin America and the United States. Its ninth edition is scheduled for October 21–22, 2026.

VDS offers a platform for networking, business development and visibility. Startups can exhibit, pitch their ideas, compete in the VDS Startup Competition and arrange one-to-one meetings with investors and corporate partners through the official app. Corporations can discover emerging technologies and startup deal flow, showcase portfolios and promote programs or challenges. Investors can meet founders, explore innovative companies and expand their industry knowledge.

The event also features speakers, exhibition booths, dedicated stages, thematic tracks and side events. Its program spans AI and deep tech, climate and energy, defense and aerospace, health, mobility, talent, digital wealth and policy.