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AR/VR Policy Conference 2026

SEP24
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  • The AR/VR Policy Conference 2026 will present expert talks and panels on critical policy issues surrounding augmented and virtual reality technologies.
  • The event targets policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers interested in the societal and economic impact of immersive tech.
  • Attendees will explore topics including privacy, education, AI, workforce development, and national security.

About this event

Immersive technology is poised to transform the way people work, play, and learn. From an emerging creator economy of virtual goods and services to cutting-edge applications that can improve education, health care, and manufacturing, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies are unlocking new opportunities to communicate, access information, and engage with the world. These changes raise important questions, and how policymakers respond will have profound implications for the economy and society.
The sixth annual AR/VR Policy Conference presented by Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) and the XR Association will take place on Thursday, September 24, 2026 in Washington, DC. The event will feature a series of expert talks and panels discussing critical policy questions covering:
Privacy and safety
Global competitiveness
Use of AR/VR in education
Children and teenager safety
Artificial intelligence
Workforce development and future of work
Digital diplomacy
International trade and development
Healthcare technologies
Haptics and computer brain interfaces
Digital government
Diversity, inclusion and accessibility
Defense and national security
Speakers and full agenda to be announced. Please visit our event website to stay up to date with the latest information on the conference.

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