Both attended the celebration of the Valencia Digital Summit (VDS) in the city.
Sara Bonillo
Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:33 p.m. | Updated 4:54 p.m.
Valencia continues to gain global relevance in the fields of technology and innovation. Two weeks ago, the city hosted the eighth edition of the Valencia Digital Summit (VDS), held on October 22 and 23 at the City of Arts and Sciences. This international event brought together more than 12,000 attendees from 120 countries, consolidating itself as one of Europe’s leading technology gatherings.
Among the distinguished guests were key innovation leaders and decision-makers such as Sol Campbell, the legendary former captain of the England national football team, Premier League champion, and current leader in sports technology, and Kelly Rutherford, Hollywood actress and investor best known for her role in the series Gossip Girl.
During their stay in Valencia, both enjoyed a lunch at the Contrapunto restaurant at Les Arts, along with other attendees, where they connected and exchanged experiences and insights from their professional journeys.
Both Campbell and Rutherford represent a growing profile of non-traditional investors now becoming more visible at events like this — high-profile public figures channeling capital into promising technology projects, many still in early stages of development.
Contrapunto Les Arts Restaurant
Located in the heart of the City of Arts and Sciences, on the ground floor of the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, Contrapunto Les Arts offers a culinary experience that, under the direction of Gourmet Catering & Eventos, transcends the ordinary. Executive Chef Pablo Ministro, together with a talented young kitchen team, crafts a gastronomic proposal that is constantly evolving, blending tradition with contemporary market cuisine.
Rooted in Mediterranean ingredients and featuring subtle influences from other cultures, the menu highlights seasonal produce. The restaurant boasts both an indoor dining area and an outdoor Lounge Chill-Out space, offering privileged views of the architectural landscape of Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences.