From Standards to Strategy: How AI Policies Are Reshaping Federal IT
Federal agencies are entering 2026 with tighter budgets, tougher oversight, and fast‑moving AI rules. The pressure is on to modernize, collaborate, and deploy AI responsibly inside FedRAMP and Defense Department‑authorized environments — while still delivering mission impact.
Join us online Thursday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT for a rapid‑fire briefing on the top data and AI trends shaping federal strategy. Industry and government experts will break down how budget compression, national AI standards, and new security requirements are accelerating the rise of secure “AI enclaves” across U.S. government cloud regions.
You’ll learn:
- The three biggest data and AI shifts defining 2026.
- How secure AI enclaves help agencies balance innovation with security and compliance.
- Practical patterns for building mission‑ready AI without vendor lock‑in.
Speaker and Presenter Information
Jennifer Franks
Director,
Center for Enhanced Cybersecurity,
Government Accountability Office
Natalie Buda Smith
Director of Digital Strategy, Office of the Chief Information Officer,
Library of Congress
Amy R. Ritualo
Acting Chief Data and AI Officer,
Dept. of State
Stephen Moon
CTO,
Public Sector,
Snowflake
Relevant Government Agencies
Other Federal Agencies, Federal Government
Event Type
Virtual
This event has no exhibitor/sponsor opportunities
When
Thu, Feb 19, 2026, 2:00pm
ET
Cost
Complimentary: $ 0.00
Website
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Event Sponsors
Organizer
GovLoop
