In 2025, the Big event—short for "Big Ideas"—attracted over 75,000 participants, featuring more than 1,000 speakers, 500 workshops and conferences, and 225 hours of content. The event covers a wide range of topics, from artificial intelligence to climate change, and is designed to bring together professionals, entrepreneurs, and researchers. The 2026 edition is expected to be just as comprehensive, with Nicolas Dufourcq, general director of Bpifrance, emphasizing that the event will be marked by "audacity." He described audacity as a positive force driven by hope and self-confidence, encouraging people to challenge limitations and push forward despite obstacles. The 2026 program will explore themes such as AI, industry, climate, health, international relations, knowledge transfer, business creation, and deeptech. These topics will be accessible both in person and through live broadcasts, allowing a broader audience to engage with the discussions. Paul-François Fournier, executive director of Bpifrance Innovation, highlighted that Big has always aimed to be a space for reflection and debate, bringing together diverse perspectives. He noted that while change can be unsettling, it is a natural part of human progress. The key, he said, is to embrace learning and experimentation to shape the future actively. Fournier also pointed out that audacity is evident in the growing number of researchers who are transitioning into entrepreneurship, particularly in the deeptech sector. In 2025, France saw the creation of 410 deeptech startups, more than doubling the number from 2019. Paris is now considered the third-largest deeptech ecosystem globally, following the Bay Area and Boston. This sector has created 50,000 jobs and generated 5 billion euros in revenue, with startups playing an active role in industrial supply chains. Notable examples of French deeptech success include Pasqal, a leader in quantum computing; Wandercraft, specializing in robotics; and Exotrail, which focuses on future satellite propulsion. These companies have emerged from institutions such as the CNRS and French universities, showcasing the strong research foundation supporting France's growing tech industry.