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AWS re:Invent 2025 has just wrapped up in Las Vegas, marking a major shift into the era of Agentic AI and next-gen cloud infrastructure. Join the AWS Serverless Budapest community for this special meetup as we bring the most impactful announcements back home! This year, **2 speakers** will guide you through the breadth of new features that are transforming the cloud landscape. Instead of a single deep dive, our focus is to explore the fresh opportunities available to builders right now. We will cover the practical—such as the new **Database Savings Plans**, **Regional NAT Gateways**, and **CloudFront pricing updates**—alongside the cutting-edge, including **Amazon Nova** models, **AWS Transform**, and the autonomous **DevOps and Security Agents**. From **Global Infrastructure** and **EU Sovereign Cloud** updates to the latest in **Compute** (EKS, ECS Express) and **Networking** (Post-Quantum TLS, VPC Lattice), we’ll look at how these changes fit into your real-world architecture. Come for the news, stay for the demos, and catch up with the community vibe! **Agenda** 18:00 - Arrival 18:15 - Highlights from re:Invent: EU Sovereign Cloud, Compute, and Networking 18:50 - AWS re:Invent 2025 Recap: Cost Optimization & Autonomous AI Innovations 19:25 - Networking **Highlights from re:Invent: EU Sovereign Cloud, Compute, and Networking** In this session, I’ll bring the atmosphere of AWS re:Invent to the meetup by sharing personal experiences, key takeaways, and the most important things to keep in mind when attending such an event. I’ll then dive into the EU Sovereign Cloud, covering what has been announced so far, why it matters, and the impact for organizations operating in Europe. Finally, I’ll walk through the most important new AWS service features in the compute and networking space and what they mean in practice. **AWS re:Invent 2025 Recap: Cost Optimization & Autonomous AI Innovations** Unlock AI-driven efficiencies and cost optimizations with AWS's latest innovations! Explore key AWS re:Invent 2025 launches: * Database Savings Plans reduce costs up to 35% across DB services, * CloudFront Flat Rate pricing simplifies billing, * DevOps Agent and Security Agent enable autonomous operations, * AWS Transform modernizes applications with AI, * Bedrock and Nova enhancements boost generative AI capabilities. **SPEAKERS** **Arpad Csoke** Arpad Csoke (csaapi) has been serving in the role of Senior Solutions Architect at AWS for over three years now. His responsibilities include helping enterprise customers navigate the AWS environment, acting as a technical consultant in solving their problems. Previously, he held leadership positions for many years at major players in the online automotive market, such as [kocsi.hu](http://kocsi.hu/) and [hasznaltauto.hu](http://hasznaltauto.hu/), where he was responsible for operations for over a decade. Additionally, he participated in operating a major American job portal for five years, having the opportunity to leverage his AWS knowledge. **Adrian Mezei** Adrian Mezei is a Cloud Architect and AWS Community Builder who leads the Cloud Migration Service Line at Snapsoft. He has worked with enterprise clients to design and implement AWS infrastructures, focusing on serverless architectures, complex landing zone setups, and scalable networking designs. Adrian is also passionate about IaC using Terraform to build and automate robust, scalable deployment pipelines. Outside of work, he remains deeply involved in the AWS community, sharing knowledge and mentoring others in their cloud journey. **The event will be held in English.** The event is created in collaboration with AWS Serverless Budapest User Group.

**📗 About This Event** Let's clear something up: most business events are theoretical. You sit through a lecture, take some notes, and go home to the same problems. This session is designed to fix that. It's a friendly, uncorporate gathering for independents focused on real execution. **⚠️ A Quick Heads-Up** After two exciting events and many valuable conversations with you, it felt like the right moment to take the next step. Season Two begins now! This season, the Circle opens up even more. Besides our usual format, we’re inviting founders who are actively building and running their businesses to share how things work for them in practice - in their own words, from their **own experience**. Our focus shifts to real examples, real workflows, and open knowledge sharing from people who are doing the work day by day. **🗓️ The Agenda & What You'll Learn** We've invited two founders from two completely different worlds to share their practical blueprints. No theory. Just real mechanics. * **17:45:** Arrive, grab a drink, and connect * **18:10 - 18:30:** Building a hands-on business from raw idea to physical product. We dive into the world of professional engraving. How do you handle logistics, craftsmanship, and delivering a tangible product in a digital world? This is business you can touch. * **🎁 18:30 – 18:35:** A super secret surprise * **18:35 – 18:55:** Ugly ads win. We ignore polished marketing and only trust raw, real reviews. That is User Generated Content (UGC). But how do you scale "authenticity"? We are showcasing our a AI platform built specifically to generate these high-performing assets. We’ll cover why low-fi content converts, the insights behind the engine, and how to automate trust. * **18:55 – 19:00:** Future plans of CircleBudapest * **19:00 – 20:00:** Genuine networking & conversations with quality food and drinks * 20:00 onwards – Drinks at a nearby bar: relaxed chats, nothing serious 🔍 Who Is This For? This is for the freelancers, founders, and independents in Budapest who are tired of “hustle culture” speeches. It's for people who want to see under the hood of other companies. Whether you sell physical goods or digital services, you’ll learn the operational reality of running a business today. **📍 Location & The After-Party** We'll be hosting at the fantastic KLUSTER Coworking space. After the official part ends, a big table will be reserved for us at an undisclosed secret location nearby for those who want to continue the conversation. **⚖️ The Legal Bit** Our imaginary lawyers wanted us to mention again that we'll be taking some photos. By attending, you consent to this. Thanks for reading — cannot wait for you to join! Bence & Nándi

**Looking to connect with other business-minded people in Budapest?** Join us for a laid-back evening at **Beer People**, a craft beer bar owned and run by digital nomads who turned their Budapest dream into a local business. It is the perfect spot to share stories over a drink, whether that is one of their many craft beers, a cider, a spirit, a glass of wine, or something nonalcoholic. There is no formal agenda, just good vibes, real conversations, and a few tables reserved for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creatives who understand the ups and downs of building your own path. We look forward to meeting you.

English below \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Tarts egy kis szünetet a hétköznapi rohanásban és gyere el csendes könyvklubunkba a Fővárosi Szabó Ervin Könyvtárba. Hozd magaddal az aktuális könyvedet, merülj el benne egy órácskát, majd oszd meg velünk, amit olvastál. 🗺 Hogyan találsz meg minket: Az eseményt a földszinti tanulótérben tartjuk: a könyvtárba belépve haladj tovább a liftekig, de mielőtt elérnéd őket, fordulj balra a mosdók irányába. Az ott található lépcsőkön gyere fel fél emeletet. 💡 Részvételi díj: Az eseményen való részvételhez nem szükséges könyvtári regisztráció vagy beiratkozás, csak jelezd, hogy a Csendes Könyvklubra jössz. 🥤 Étel-ital: Kérünk, zárható üvegben hozz magaddal innivalót, ha az esemény alatt megszomjaznál. Másból inni, valamint a teremben enni nem lehet, de az épület átriumában üzemel kávézó. 🕑 A menetrend: 17:00–17:30 – Érkezés és bemutakozókör: mit fogsz olvasni? 17:30–18:30 – Csendes olvasás 18:30–19:30 – Választható beszélgetés a könyvekről (magyarul) Extra: Az esemény után igény szerint teázás-sörözés-borozás az [Otthonká](https://maps.app.goo.gl/kX5SvetWaD2szKSW7)ban, hogy ne csak könyvekről beszélgessünk! Ha csak erre jönnél, írj üzenetet, hogy ne kerüljük el egymást. Fontos: Ez egy teljesen magyar nyelvű esemény. A bemutatkozó kör az elején és a kötetlen beszélgetés a végén is magyarul zajlik. Az olvasás csendje persze mindenkié, így nyugodtan hozhatsz bármilyen nyelvű könyvet. A részvétel ingyenes, de a helyek korlátozottak. A helyedet a hivatalos Meetup eseményen való regisztrációval tudod biztosítani: Várunk szeretettel! \-\-\-\- Please note: This is a Hungarian-language event. The introductions at the beginning and the optional discussion at the end are held in Hungarian.

Practice Buddhist meditation in the middle of Budapest! The meditation is suitable for beginners. Each regular meditation is guided and begins with a short introduction. (all together is about 30-40 minutes) Our regular Buddhist meditations have proven popular with people who want to integrate authentic Buddhist methods into their daily lives. For the modern lay person who is juggling work, relationships, and an active role in society, we teach a meditation that is easy to learn, and profound and powerful for experienced practitioners. The meditation originates from the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has a cumulative effect on mind, leading to greater clarity and calmness. Fearlessness, joy, and active compassion are the result of regular practice of Buddhist meditation. * Do I need any special clothing? No special clothing needed. * Does the attendance cost anything? No, the meditation is free.

Please sign up in advance! Hot Paprika Presents: Budapest’s Best Pub Quiz! Register here: https://forms.gle/JKjGn4aGBr1r1dF48 Join us for the Hot Paprika Pub Quiz at A&O Hostel Budapest, kicking off at 8 PM! This isn’t your average trivia night—it's hosted by comedians, so expect uncomfortable laughs, unexpected twists, and an unforgettable time! What to Expect: Diverse Topics – From pop culture to history, no subject is off-limits! Comedian Hosts – The hilarious Tauseef Parvez & Fanni Pinter will keep you entertained. Big Prizes – Weekly winners score free comedy show tickets & bar discounts . Grand Prize – The season’s top team wins a 20,000 HUF bar tab! First Event: Donation-Based – Come, play, and support the show however you can! Gather your team, sharpen your wits, and let’s make trivia night legendary! Register now and don’t miss out!

“*The virtue of the gentleman is like the wind; the virtue of the small man is like the grass. When the wind blows, the grass must bend.*” — The Analects, 12.19 ## **Part 1: Politics in the antiquity** Politics likely emerged as soon as humans formed into groups. But who holds power? How is it justified? What are its limits? We’ve wanted for a long time to enter the field of political philosophy, but it is such a vast topic that it made sense to break it into smaller parts. This is why we decided to create a series with a chronological progression, **starting in antiquity**. In this first session, we will explore the major political ideas that shaped early civilizations. And rather than focusing only on the Western tradition, we will also contrast it with Eastern thought. Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, and Confucius all asked the same fundamental question that we are exploring today: **What is the best way to order society?** We will examine: * **Plato** — rule by the wisest, idealism, types of government and their degeneration. * **Aristotle** — politics as balance, mixed regimes, and the common good. * **Cicero** — natural vs human law, republican virtue, civic duty and stoic influence. * **Confucius** — social harmony, obedience through reciprocal role-based hierarchy, authority by moral example rather than coercion. **Questions to discuss:** 1. Should political authority be grounded in virtue, tradition, or consent? 2. If political authority is grounded in *knowledge* (Plato), who decides who truly knows? 3. Is Plato’s view of decay (aristocracy → democracy → tyranny) a trap? 4. Is Plato’s philosopher-king ideal a psychological self-projection? 5. Would you rather be ruled by a virtuous elite you cannot vote out, or an incompetent one you can? 6. Aristotle warning on demagogues, is it still current? 7. Aristotle accepts inequality as natural. Is that realism or a rationalization of privilege? 8. Can a system aimed at the “common good” legitimately exclude large parts of the population? 9. Confucius prioritizes harmony and moral duty over "natural rights" or "consent". For him social order depends on role fulfillment and reciprocity. Would you trade off harmony for conformity? 10. Is Confucian hierarchy more honest than modern claims of equality? 11. Cicero claims that all humans are born free by nature. Why does this idea appear in Rome and not in Athens? 12. Is naturalism a double-sided sword? a man is free by nature vs a man has rights by nature. 13. Does the Roman emphasis on law and institutions mark a shift from moral authority to legitimacy? Is "obedience to law" superior to "obedience to virtue" or "obedience for the Gods"? 14. Does political participation require some form of oppression? (we just push the exploitation elsewhere)? 15. Can modern technocracies be inheriting Confucian structure without Confucian virtue? 16. Is political exclusion a historical necessity? or is it still a current problem? 17. Which tradition (east vs west) better explains long-term stability and which better explains innovation? which do we prefer? **RSVP:** Please confirm your attendance on Meetup to make sure we have enough space. Consider donating from 400 HUF to keep the costs of the meetup (cash or Revolut trasnfer)

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Sunday! Hitesh will host this session, so please follow his instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST, please do not come. Level of expectation : ONLY intermediate or above Venue: Tüskecsarnok Sportscentre: 1117 Budapest, Hevesy György út, Sportscentre Map: http://tuskecsarnok.hu/wp-content/uploads/tuske-map-1-full.png Look for #7 on the map. More info in the "How to find us" section of the Meetup event. Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 3 courts booked for us for 2 hours from 9:00 till 11:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 7, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-2500 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Hey everyone, If you are a beginner, this session is perfect for you. Please come and join us. here we go again with our next event on **Saturday**!. Tina Dharod will host and please follow her instruction. IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. Also note that due to Meetup Organizer Subscription fee is increased significantly, The on-duty host will add an extra fee based on the number of attendees. Please do not come if you are in the WAITLIST. Level of Expectation: Beginner. Please watch the video if you are first timer of playing Badminton : https://youtu.be/tAS7rOKtpgQ?si=IDm9UEV55nUzU5Oc Venue: Tüskecsarnok Sportscentre: 1117 Budapest, Hevesy György út, Sportscentre Map: http://tuskecsarnok.hu/wp-content/uploads/tuske-map-1-full.png Look for #7 on the map. More info in the "How to find us" section of the Meetup event. Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! Should you get lost, feel free to text me on Meetup. There are 3 courts booked for us for 1,5 hours from 16:00 till 17:30. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 7, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-2500 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session starts. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

What is currently your key challenge and how can we provide feedback and perspectives? That is the goal of this informal get together of startup founders. Whether you start small or dream big, entrepreneurship can be lonely and having a supportive group can be very helpful. Any startup founder/ solo entrepreneur is welcome! Everyone shares one challenge about a topic (HR, personal development, tech, sales etc) and the group will offer support and perspectives. It’s an informal get together in an unstructured setting. Hosted by climate and travel entrepreneur Wouter Moekotte

Hey everyone, here we go again with our next event on Saturday! I will host this session, so please follow my instructions! 🙏 IMPORTANT NOTE: Free Cancellation is only until Friday, 18:00 PM. If you cancel after that without noticing the host, You must pay the fee to compensate the court and shuttlecock. WAITLISTED ATTENDEES: If you are in the WAITLIST but you decided to come, there will be an extra payment as part of the punishment. The amount of Payment should be 1,000 HUF extra. Level of expectation : intermediate - advanced Venue: HODOS TAMAS Badminton Hall Our venue does not provide rackets, which means that you'll have to bring your own racket! There are 2 courts booked for us for 3 hours from 13:00 till 16:00. Showers and changing rooms are available! Extra Note Attendance fee: We will divide the court fee by the number of people showing up. However, in certain circumstance, when the number of people cannot is less than and equal to 16, The Host deserve to contact the people who canceled after the time designated cancellation time. The expected fee is usually around 2000-3000 HUF per person. Payment is done at the court. or The host will reach you out via meetup chat. !!!Last but not least: if you have signed up but cannot make it for some reason, just take a minute to sign off, RSVP = no. This is to help those who are on the waiting list and want to play. The cancellation time with non-sick reason should be 18 hours before the session. In case you are not feeling well on the session day, please kindly contact the host via comment or privately message him/her with the direct message feature maximum 3 hours before the session. Looking forward to seeing you! cheers, Yoga Liability: The participation happens on own risk. There is no liability for any accidents, thefts or damages from the organizer.

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join]](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EPBjVl3S2WD15XIYvVUHKF) Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

Let’s kickstart the weekend with a brunch at Garden

We meet at **05:45 AM** (**Gellért Hill**) for a small, low-volume **synthwave / retrowave / ambient** sunrise hang. Coffee or wine in hand, neon-coded accessories welcome, friendships are to be made. This isn’t a party; it’s a shared moment, music, conversation, and Budapest waking up. **Who should join:** Music lovers, sunrise people, photographers, internationals & locals who enjoy calm vibes and good talk. **How it works:** * **RSVP to get the exact pin** (capacity **20**) * **One speaker provided, please don’t bring yours** * 60–90 min flow: ambient → lift at first light * Optional group photo + coffee walk after **Bring:** blanket, coffee/wine, warm layer, subtle 80s/neon touch. **Vibe & etiquette:** quiet & considerate, **leave no trace**, no litter, no drones at dawn, respect neighbors/sleepers. **Lore:** Rumor says the host is a friendly **cyborg** powered by synths and caffeine. Come verify.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas ***NOTE:*** Pre-registration is required for this event. **Please arrive 10 minutes early** to check in at the security desk.

**NEW LOCATION - THE DAILY GROWLER -** **2812 Fishinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221** Over the years, we’ve heard two requests constantly: 1. A place that was quieter and possibly private. 2. “I wish they accepted Bitcoin.” We’ve finally found a solution to these requests with The Daily Growler. We’ll have access to their private room, and you’ll be able to pay your tab with Bitcoin. Join us for a fun and relaxed social event! Enjoy delicious food and drinks as we chat about the latest news in the Bitcoin world. Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking for guidance, have questions, or just want to meet like-minded people. These social evenings are a great opportunity to make new friends and enhance your experience at the larger events throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you there! PSA: If the attendee RSVP seems low, keep in mind that most of our attendees come from X and not [meetup.com.](http://meetup.com./) You are welcome to come and become a part of our online community. Recordings of past guest speakers are available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin](https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin)

**NEW LOCATION - THE DAILY GROWLER -** **2812 Fishinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221** Over the years, we’ve heard two requests constantly: 1. A place that was quieter and possibly private. 2. “I wish they accepted Bitcoin.” We’ve finally found a solution to these requests with The Daily Growler. We’ll have access to their private room, and you’ll be able to pay your tab with Bitcoin. Join us for a fun and relaxed social event! Enjoy delicious food and drinks as we chat about the latest news in the Bitcoin world. Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking for guidance, have questions, or just want to meet like-minded people. These social evenings are a great opportunity to make new friends and enhance your experience at the larger events throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you there! PSA: If the attendee RSVP seems low, keep in mind that most of our attendees come from X and not [meetup.com.](http://meetup.com./) You are welcome to come and become a part of our online community. Recordings of past guest speakers are available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin](https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin)

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar