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AI+ Expo 2026: America's Largest AI Innovation Showcase

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What to expect

The AI+ Expo 2026 arrives in Washington this May as the capital's largest technology event, bringing together over 20,000 leaders from government, academia, and industry to explore the innovations shaping America's next 250 years. Organized by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), this three-day showcase runs May 7-9 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, with early badge pickup and exclusive partner programming on May 6.

What to Expect

The Expo floor transforms into a high-energy innovation hub featuring specialized stage programming, live technology demonstrations, and career development tracks. Attendees will witness cutting-edge AI applications come to life through demos from Boston Dynamics' Spot, Parallel Systems' autonomous rail networks, and presentations from OpenAI, Anthropic, Nvidia, and Perplexity. Colossal Biosciences will present on "De-Extinction" and conservation's future.

Leadership Voices

The speaker lineup includes four members of Congress, ITA Under Secretary William Kimmitt, Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins, Former House Financial Services Chairman Patrick McHenry, Exiger CEO Brandon Daniels, Rhombus Power Founder & CEO Anshu Roy, Google Public Sector CEO Karen Dahut, and Google DeepMind VP Pushmeet Kohli. Panel discussions tackle critical topics including "AI In Operational Decisionmaking" and "The Future of Embodied AI."

Career Development Track

The AI+ Careers stage offers insights into the AI-driven workforce from leaders at OpenAI, IBM, ClearanceJobs, and the U.S. Department of Labor. Whether you're a student exploring opportunities or a seasoned professional navigating career transitions, these sessions provide direct access to hiring decision-makers and industry thought leaders.

The 6th Exchange: America At 300

Running alongside the Expo on May 7-8, The 6th Exchange serves as SCSP's premier national security and innovation forum. This year's theme—America at 300: Force of the Future—convenes builders, innovators, and leaders committed to maintaining America's position as the world's leading innovation force through its 300th anniversary.

Additional Programming

Between sessions, visit the AI+ Expo Bo

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