Focuses on the software-defined vehicle technology stack, covering vehicle architectures, edge intelligence, OTA compliance, Gen AI validation and cloud-to-car security capabilities.

Automotive Masterminds 2026 is an automotive transformation management conference in Berlin, focused on software-defined vehicles, AI, cybersecurity, R&D transformation, electrification, drivetrain innovation, procurement and strategic partnering.
The conference brings together OEMs, suppliers, semiconductor and software platform companies, cloud and compute players, start-ups and investors through keynotes, panels, workshops, deep dives and networking formats.
Focuses on the software-defined vehicle technology stack, covering vehicle architectures, edge intelligence, OTA compliance, Gen AI validation and cloud-to-car security capabilities.
Covers automotive R&D transformation, including hardware-software co-design, model-based systems engineering, data-driven decisions and multidisciplinary team development.
Focuses on automotive partnering and procurement models, covering software-centric procurement, joint ventures, supply chain transparency and value-chain competitiveness.
Covers electrification and drivetrain technology routes, including battery electric drives, SiC inverters, plug-in hybrids, hydrogen combustion, e-fuels and total cost of ownership.

IPM AG is a Hanover-based conference and forum organizer that runs industry events including the Additive Manufacturing Forum, Aviation Forum, Railway Forum Berlin and Future Battery Forum.



Focuses on the software-defined vehicle technology stack, covering vehicle architectures, edge intelligence, OTA compliance, Gen AI validation and cloud-to-car security capabilities.
Covers automotive R&D transformation, including hardware-software co-design, model-based systems engineering, data-driven decisions and multidisciplinary team development.
Focuses on automotive partnering and procurement models, covering software-centric procurement, joint ventures, supply chain transparency and value-chain competitiveness.





IPM AG is a Hanover-based conference and forum organizer that runs industry events including the Additive Manufacturing Forum, Aviation Forum, Railway Forum Berlin and Future Battery Forum.