Smarter Cities Washington D.C. | May 7th, 2026

8:00-9:00 AM | Registration and Networking Breakfast

9:00-9:05 AM | Welcome Remarks

9:05-9:35 AM | Opening Keynote Presentation
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9:35-10:05 AM | Fireside Chat
From IoT to AI: The Risks of Integrating Systems and Components from a Troubled, Complex Global Supply Chain
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10:05-10:45 AM | Panel Discussion
Transparency and Trust: Essential SLAs for Smart City Vendors
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10:45-11:00 AM | Networking Break

11:00-11:40 AM | Panel Discussion
From Compliance to Security: Best Practices in Smart City Product Selection
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11:40-12:10 PM | Fireside Chat
Predictive Policing in Smart Cities: Balancing Security and Civil Rights
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12:10-12:30 PM | Presentation
Securing Global Transactions: Best Practices for E-Commerce Platforms
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12:30-1:30 PM | Networking Luncheon 

1:30-2:10 PM | Panel Discussion
Smart City Governance: Harmonizing Standards and Regulations
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2:10-2:50 PM | Panel Discussion
From Belt and Road to Silicon Valley: Geopolitical Implications for Smart Cities
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2:50-3:30 PM | Panel Discussion
Ensuring Integrity: Comprehensive Audits for Smart Cities
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3:30-3:45 PM | Networking Break

3:45-4:25 PM | Panel Discussion
From Espionage to Insider Theft: Protecting Smart Cities from Cyber Attacks
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4:25-4:45 PM | Interview
Securing Smart Cities: Government and International Partnerships
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4:45-5:15 PM | Closing Keynote Presentation
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5:15-5:20 PM | Closing Remarks

5:20-6:00 PM | Networking Reception