State of AI in Austin 2026

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Join 200+ AI leaders, innovators, and stakeholders for the second annual State of AI in Austin — an afternoon of groundbreaking research insights, inspiring awards celebrating local AI champions, an expert panel, and hands-on demos showcasing what’s next in Austin’s AI ecosystem.

We’ll share findings from our comprehensive State of AI Report (a McKinsey-style analysis of research and dynamics across the globe) and our State of AI in Austin Survey (stratified and balanced to accurately represent the citizens of Austin and the greater Austin CAPCOG community)—providing the data-driven insights you need to navigate 2026.

Last year we had excellent press coverage, and we expect even more media attention this year given our momentum and growing AI trends.

2026 Program Highlights 

• How AI is changing economic development and job market for Austinites
• 2025 Successes in startups, corporates, non-profits, and other organizations
• Privacy, Security, Ethical, and Responsible AI
• How cities can thoughtfully adopt advanced tools while staying true to community values
• Practical approaches to Human-AI collaboration that enhance rather than replace human expertise
• AI transformation trends for Austin in 2026