More than 50 executive speakers and 300 life sciences professionals will discuss topics related to “Operationalizing AI” — moving from AI pilots to enterprise-wide impact across Safety, Regulatory Quality, and Medical Affairs    

Boston, Massachusetts, USA – December 16, 2026 – ArisGlobal, an AI-first technology company at the forefront of life sciences and creator of LifeSphere® , today announced a standout lineup of speakers for Breakthrough 2026, the premier event for life sciences. Taking place February 10–11, 2026, in Madrid, Spain, this year’s theme is “Operationalizing AI,” focused on moving beyond the hypothetical to embedding AI into real workflows, deploying it at scale, and delivering measurable results across the R&D IT ecosystem. 

Senior executives from leading organizations — including Amgen, Astellas, AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bristol Myers Squibb, FDA, Ipsen, Johnson & Johnson, Menarini, Merck, and Roche — will share real-world insights on how AI is reshaping their organizations — from scaling automation in Safety to modernizing Regulatory data foundations and preparing for next-generation compliance models. 

As in previous years, ArisGlobal will unveil major LifeSphere developments, including new NavaX products and solutions that leverage Agentic AI. 

What to expect: 

• Breakthrough 2026 will feature more than 20 sessions and 50 executive speakers. 

• Deep dives into how multiple global organizations have operationalized advanced AI across Safety and Regulatory workflows – and how they’ve achieved significant efficiency gains within months of going live. 

• Mid- and large-size pharmaceutical companies navigating the organizational change, cultural shifts, and operational readiness required to successfully adopt advanced AI solutions across R&D. 

• Practical guidance on building interoperable data and cross-domain systems that enable AI-driven automation, strengthen connectivity across the ecosystem, and support seamless compliance. 

• Strategic discussions on the regulatory landscape ahead and how next-generation digital transformation will redefine compliance and risk management in 2026 and beyond. 

• Exclusive access to the Breakthrough Innovation Center, where attendees can experience hands-on demonstrations of new LifeSphere and NavaX products across Safety and Regulatory. 

“Breakthrough isn’t a user conference; it’s a forum for the most forward-thinking PV and Regulatory leaders to exchange practical, operational guidance and shape where the industry is headed. It’s also where attendees hear first what ArisGlobal is bringing to market in 2026 — and how these advancements will translate into real-world results for their organizations,” said Morgan Scott, Chief of Staff and Vice President of Communications and Marketing at ArisGlobal. “It’s a pivotal year for teams aiming to translate advanced AI into measurable outcomes, and we’re proud to bring the industry together to accelerate that progress.” 

Whether starting their AI journey or scaling existing initiatives, attendees at Breakthrough 2026 will gain practical guidance, learn from real-world use cases shared by industry leaders, and acquire the technical insights needed to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving PV and Regulatory landscape. 

ArisGlobal is proud to partner with leading organizations in sponsorship of Breakthrough 2026, including Snowflake and TCS (Tata Consultancy Services).  

To register for Breakthrough, visit www.arisglobal.com/breakthrough.