Cybersecurity

IDC: AI & Data Summit Chicago 2026

The IDC AI & Data Summit Chicago brings together senior technology and business executives to address the practical challenges of scaling artificial intelligence and establishing robust data governance frameworks within enterprise environments.

Hosted at Convene 311 West Monroe in Chicago, the summit targets decision-makers responsible for AI and data strategy, offering a programme of keynotes, panel discussions and collaborative sessions led by IDC analysts and industry practitioners.

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The essentials

Event details

Dates
17 September 2026
Organiser
International Data Corporation
Industry
Cybersecurity

Agenda themes

Topics covered

  • Agentic AI and Autonomous Decision-Making
  • Data Quality, Governance and Trusted Architectures
  • Navigating Digital Regulation and Risk Management
  • Technology Ecosystem and Vendor Participation
  • The Path from Strategy to Operational Impact

On stage

Speaker

  • Matthew Eastwood, Senior Vice President, World Wide -Research, IDC

On the floor

Sponsor

  • Play/Pause Strategy

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