FIBEP TECH DAY 2026 AGENDA
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​An informal cocktail from 19:00 is planned on the evening prior to the event.
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TECH DAY DRAFT AGENDA 22 APRIL, 2026
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08:30 Registration
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09:00 - 09:15 Welcome by Magdalena Horanska, FIBEP Secretary General, Carlos A. Díaz, FIBEP VP Tech & Michelle Harold, eMediaMonitor
09:15 - 09:45 Tech Landscape for Media Intelligence 2026 by Carlos A. Díaz, GlobalNews Group, FIBEP VP Tech
09:45 - 10:30 Speech to vision: From Sight to Insight in Broadcast Monitoring Intelligence by Edgar Fuentes, eMediaMonitor
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10:30 - 11:00 COFFEE BREAK
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11:00 - 11:30 Smart Answers, Smarter Context: The Power of RAG + Entity Recognition by Jiri Hana, Geenea
11:30- 12:00 MT Connect: The Global Market Place for Media Intelligence Content by Alan Malligsen and Alicja Bors, MediaTrack
12:00 - 12:30 Media Brand Visibility Analytics with the use of computer vision AI by Bartosz Sanowski, Instytut Monitorowania Mediow
12:30 - 13:00 Why traditional press still anchors media intelligence in an AI world by Carmen Beamonte Moreno, PressReader International
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13:00 - 14:15 LUNCH
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14:15 - 14:45 Tech Commission Update: Interconnecting Data, Insight and People by Alicja Bors, MediaTrack, FIBEP TechCom Chair
14:45 - 15:15 Deepvoices: New Criminal Scene to Work with by Selva Orejón, OnbrandinG
15:15 - 15:45 The Future of Broadcast Intelligence – Building a Next-Generation Omnichannel Media Capture & AI Platform by Jan Pulkrabek, Mediaboard
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15:45 - 16:15 COFFEE BREAK
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16:15 - 16:45 New Era in Market Research - Reaching Beyond Panels with Digital Twins by Oliver Vogel, OBSERVER Digital Twin Consulting
16:45 - 17:00 Sum up and closing words by Carlos A. Díaz, FIBEP VP Tech, GlobalNewsGroup
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TECH DAY 2026 REGISTRATION
VENUE & ACCOMMODATION TIPS
2026 FIBEP Tech Day will take place in
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HARD ROCK HOTEL
TENERIFE, SPAIN
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Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife is a stylish, music-inspired beachfront resort located on the sun-soaked Costa Adeje in the southwest of Tenerife. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and modern design, the hotel blends luxury with the energy of rock-and-roll culture. Guests can enjoy spacious rooms, multiple pools, high-quality dining, a relaxing spa and live entertainment throughout the week. With stunning ocean views and quick access to some of the island’s best beaches and attractions, it’s a perfect choice for travelers seeking comfort, fun and a touch of glamour.
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Address: Avenida de Adeje 300, s/n 38678. Playa Paraíso, Adeje, Tenerife, Spain
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How to get there:
Most travelers arrive at Tenerife South Airport (TFS), from which there are several ways to reach Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife.
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Taxi / Private transfer
This is the quickest and most direct option. The drive is approximately 26–28 km and takes around 25 minutes. Typical taxi fares from the airport to the hotel range from €35 to €40.
Airport shuttle / Shared transfer
You can pre-book a shared shuttle service that connects Tenerife South Airport with major resorts, including Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife. This is a convenient choice if you prefer not to drive.
Public bus
This is the most economical option. You would usually take a bus from the airport to a nearby hub such as “Estación Costa Adeje” (Costa Adeje), then transfer to another bus, typically route 471, which stops near the hotel. The total journey takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes and costs approximately €5–7.
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Things to See and Do
Nature & Views
Teide National Park – Volcano landscape and the island’s highest peak; take the cable car for epic views.
Los Gigantes Cliffs – Massive vertical cliffs rising from the ocean; great for photos and boat trips.
Anaga Rural Park – Lush green mountains, misty forests and wild coastal viewpoints.
Masca Village – Tiny mountain village with dramatic scenery; great starting point for hikes.
Cueva del Viento – One of Europe’s largest volcanic lava tubes; guided underground tours.
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Wildlife & Adventure
Whale & Dolphin Watching – Regular sightings on boat tours from the southwest coast.
Siam Park – One of the world’s top water parks; huge slides and a giant wave pool.
Loro Parque – Renowned zoo and marine park with parrots, penguins, dolphins and more.
Kayaking with Turtles – Paddle along calm coves and occasionally spot sea turtles.
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Beaches & Relax
Playa de Las Teresitas – Beautiful golden-sand beach near Santa Cruz.
Playa Jardín (Puerto de la Cruz) – Black-sand beach with tropical gardens.
La Tejita Beach – Long, quiet beach next to the striking Red Mountain.
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Towns & Culture
La Laguna (UNESCO) – Charming historic centre with colonial streets and cafes.
Garachico – Pretty coastal town with natural lava pools for swimming.
La Orotava – Traditional Canarian architecture; visit Casa de los Balcones.
SPEAKERS
Carlos A. Diaz is General Manager and a Member of the Board of GlobalNews Group, with more than 400 employees, offices in 11 Latin American Countries and in the US and more than 3000 clients, including 100 Fortune 500 companies, GlobalNews is the main Media Monitoring, Measurement, Evaluation and Insights company in Latin America.
Carlos has over 10 years of experience in information gathering, measurement and evaluation services. He has helped acquire and develop the methodologies, tools and skills necessary to extract meaningful information from huge amounts of structured & unstructured data at GlobalNews group.
​He has a background in IT entrepreneurship, having founded three different startups related to the media and information sectors (the last one resulting in a successful acqui-hire by GlobalNews Group) since the age of 18.
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Carlos is a self-professed gamer, who programs in his free time for his personal pet-projects (currently really into Open Source Home Automation), plays Rugby in the Buenos Aires Rugby Union, and is an avid skier.
Carlos A. Diaz
CEO, GlobalNews Group,
FIBEP Vice President
Having transitioned from international account management and sales into product and operations, Alicja Bors is a media intelligence specialist with almost a decade of experience. She has extensive experience within complex, global environments with a diverse network of international stakeholders. She is also an active FIBEP member, a keynote speaker, and co-creator of the FIBEP podcast.
Alicja Bors
Product Operations Manager, MediaTrack,
FIBEP Tech Commission Chair
Edgar Urdaneta Fuentes is a DevOps engineer and backend developer working at the intersection of software engineering and infrastructure management. Passionate about harnessing the power of AI, he focuses on creating innovative solutions that address current challenges while anticipating future needs in the dynamic tech landscape.
Edgar has been working with eMedia Monitor for many years, leveraging his expertise in media monitoring, distributed systems and innovative solutions. His experience in ensuring high availability and fault tolerance across distributed systems supports eMM’s commitment to 24/7 real-time media monitoring solutions.
Edgar Urdaneta Fuentes
Developer, eMedia Monitor
Jiri Hana is a co-founder of Geneea, a Prague-based company developing AI solutions for news media, press agencies, and media intelligence companies. Geneea's technology spans text and audio analysis, metadata enrichment, and AI-driven research over news archives. It is trusted by organizations such as Mediahuis, The Atlantic, The Hindu, and Newton Media. Jiri is responsible for Geneea’s product development and research efforts. He holds a Ph.D. in computational linguistics and has over 20 years of experience in research and teaching.
Jiri Hana
Co-Founder, Geenea
Bartosz is a computer scientist who is passionate about AI-powered solutions, with a focus on Computer Vision. He is associated with the University of Twente, where he studies Technical Computer Science. His work centers on building algorithms that enable machines to interpret visual data. At the Institute of Media Monitoring, he has been co-developing a logo recognition system that helps analyze brand visibility across media channels.
Bartosz Sanowski
Computer Scientist, Instytut Monitorowania Mediow
Jan Pulkrabek is Chief Product Officer at Mediaboard, a leading media intelligence and PR platform in Central Europe. He defines and executes the company’s product vision and strategy, driving innovation in advanced media intelligence. His expertise lies in transforming complex market needs into impactful, technology-driven solutions that elevate standards in media monitoring, PR analytics, and communication measurement.
Jan Pulkrabek
Chief Product Officer, Mediaboard
Oliver Vogel is Founder of Digital Twin Consulting in Vienna and works on bringing Digital Twin technology into communication, market intelligence, and strategy. His focus is on AI-simulated populations that help organizations test messages, predict reactions, and understand not only what audiences think, but why they think it. Today, he will share why Digital Twins may become a major next step for media intelligence companies looking to move from monitoring the past to simulating future reactions.
Oliver Vogel
Founder, Digital Twin Consulting
Alan Malligsen is Chief Partnership Officer at MediaTrack and a senior executive in the global media intelligence industry. With over 15 years of industry leadership experience, including more than a decade as CEO, he has built and scaled data-driven businesses and led international commercial teams across the Nordic market.
He currently drives MT Connect, a global marketplace and infrastructure for the media intelligence industry that enables seamless cross-border trading of licensed content. The platform standardizes access, pricing, and delivery of media data, reducing complexity and accelerating international workflows from weeks to minutes.
Alan works closely with media intelligence organizations worldwide to create more transparent, scalable, and efficient content ecosystems.
Alan Malligsen
Chief Partnership Officer, MediaTrack
Carmen Beamonte Moreno
Senior Business Development Manager, PressReader International
Selva Orejón is the CEO and founder of OnbrandinG, a company with more than 19 years of experience specialized in intelligence applied to reputational risk and cybersecurity management, working with companies, public administrations, and high-profile individuals at both national and international levels.
She is a court-appointed expert, university lecturer, and regular speaker, and collaborates weekly with media outlets across the Canary Islands and mainland Spain. In January 2025, OnbrandinG expanded its presence with a new office in the Canary Islands.