TASI 2026 is pleased to announce that Google has joined the festival as its Platinum sponsor, the highest tier of partnership, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to trust and safety and its belief in the importance of multi-stakeholder dialogue in the Global South.
This is a landmark moment for TASI. As the festival's first confirmed sponsor for the 2026 edition, Google's partnership sends a strong signal about the growing significance of India-centred conversations on platform governance, online safety, and responsible AI.
A returning partner, a deeper commitment
Google's involvement with TASI is not new. At TASI 2025, Google participated through a dedicated session on the main stage at the Taj Ambassador in New Delhi, contributing directly to the programme and engaging with policymakers, civil society leaders, researchers, and fellow platform representatives.
For 2026, Google has elevated its engagement to the Platinum level, an exclusive partnership that includes a keynote address, panel participation, and strategic co-creation of a flagship theme within the festival programme. The Platinum tier is designed for organisations that want to lead, not just attend, shaping the conversation rather than simply being present for it.
Why this matters
Trust and safety is at a turning point. As AI capabilities accelerate, regulatory frameworks evolve, and the scale of online harms grows more complex, the need for spaces where technology companies, governments, civil society, and researchers can engage substantively has never been greater. TASI exists to provide exactly that space, rooted in India, connected globally.
Google's commitment at the Platinum level reflects a recognition that meaningful progress on these challenges requires sustained investment in dialogue, not just in technology. It is a vote of confidence in the TASI model: cross-sector, evidence-driven, and focused on outcomes.
What comes next
With Google confirmed, TASI 2026's sponsorship programme is now open and gaining momentum. Organisations interested in Gold, Silver, or Supporter-level partnerships are encouraged to reach out early, as availability is limited.
TASI 2026 takes place on 14–15 October 2026 in New Delhi. Registration is open, and the programme is taking shape. Stay connected for further announcements on speakers, sessions, and partners in the weeks ahead.