Past edition · 11 to 13 June 2026

WORLDEF Istanbul 2026

Name: WORLDEF Istanbul 2026
Start: 2026-06-11
End: 2026-06-13
Location: Yenikapı Event Area

The world's largest e-commerce and retail gathering brought online sellers, marketplaces, retail brands and technology companies to Yenikapı, Istanbul.

Yenikapı Event Area, Istanbul, Türkiye
VIP Connect · 9 June 2026 · Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus

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30,000+
participants: 200+
speakers: 500+
retail brands: 80+
countries: 200+
exhibitors

Three days in Istanbul

Marketplaces and brands
Online sellers, marketplace teams and retail brands met the platforms and partners behind their growth.
Logistics and payments
Cargo, fulfillment and payment companies showed how to deliver faster and sell across borders.
AI in commerce
Keynotes and panels on AI search, digital marketing, data and customer experience.

4 stages, 95 sessions

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11 June · 12 June · 13 June
Future Commerce Stage
This stage will showcase the cutting-edge technologies and innovative strategies shaping tomorrow's commerce landscape.
- Future of E-Commerce
- Future of Digital Marketing
- Future of Cybersecurity
- Future of Logistics
- Future of Payment Services
- Future of AI
40 sessions
11 June · 12 June · 13 June
Case Study Stage
Real-world success stories and transformational insights from industry leaders.
- Business Stories
- Startup Success Journeys
- Growth Methods
- Analytics Applications
- Transformation Strategies
34 sessions
11 June · 12 June · 13 June
Masterclass Stage
Deep-dive workshops and interactive sessions for advanced e-commerce skills.
- Scaling Success
- Customer Retention
- US Market Tactics
- Amazon PPC Strategies
- Brand Loyalty Building
21 sessions
9 June
VIP Connect
A premium B2B networking evening for senior decision makers, with structured keynotes and speed networking at Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus.
- Speed Networking at Scale
- Curated VIP Experience
- Hybrid Engagement Format
- Two-Phase Networking Design
- Global Partnership Focus