Artificial Intelligence
TopicThink tanks convening on Artificial Intelligence: 27 upcoming events over the next 60 days from 20 organizations, led by Center on Global Energy Policy, Cato Institute and Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (Stanford University). This week: 9 events. More topics: Quantum Computing and Human Rights.
Active organizers
- Center on Global Energy Policy3 events
- Cato Institute2 events
- Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (Stanford University)2 events
- GCSP2 events
- NYU WISC (NYU Development Research Institute)2 events
AI for Good, AI for Bad and AI for Peace — Geneva Security Debate
Posted: Nov 3, 2026A Geneva Security Debate exploring how AI can both benefit and challenge peace and security, with expert discussion on policy implications.
Building Trusted AI, Trade, and Investment Ecosystems in the Global Middle — Nov 12, 2026 (Singapore)
Posted: Nov 10, 2026In-person event in Singapore on building trusted AI, trade, and investment ecosystems in the Global Middle. Brings together stakeholders across government, industry, and academia to discuss trust, standards, and cooperation.
Building Trusted AI, Trade, and Investment Ecosystems in the Global Middle — November 12, 2026 (Singapore, invitation-only)
Posted: Oct 17, 2026Invitation-only discussion on building trusted AI, trade, and investment ecosystems in the Global Middle, hosted by NYU WISC in Singapore.
AI, Trust, and the Future of Decision-Making — Nov 12, 2026, 09:00-10:00 (assumed UTC)
Posted: Nov 9, 2026A discussion on AI, trust, and how AI affects decision-making. Registration available via the provided form. No speaker or location details provided in the email.
Book Forum: Disrupting Politics
Posted: Oct 24, 2026Discussion with the author Katie Harbath and other experts about the interplay of technology, social media, AI, misinformation, and free expression, drawing on Harbath's experience at Facebook. Join in person or online.
Fireside Chat with Ben Buchanan
Posted: Oct 17, 2026CNAS hosts a discussion with author Ben Buchanan about his new book, The Bitter Struggle, and the future of U.S. AI leadership.
Nuclear's Second Act: Powering the AI Boom and Its Security Trade-Offs
Posted: Nov 5, 2026A discussion on nuclear power's role in supporting AI growth and related security trade-offs. Listed for 11/13/2026 with no time or timezone provided.
Fourth annual Richard N. Cooper Memorial Lecture — Maurice Obstfeld
Posted: Oct 23, 2026Maurice Obstfeld delivers the fourth annual Richard N. Cooper Memorial Lecture on tensions between economic interdependence and national autonomy, followed by recorded remarks from Jason Furman and a moderated discussion with Marcus Noland. The event is a virtual stream available on the PIIE website and YouTube.
Cato University on Campus — The Enemy Is Power: Markets, Institutions, and Liberalism
Posted: Sep 26, 2026One-day Cato University program at the University of San Diego examining markets, institutions, liberalism, and the role of AI and emerging technologies. Benefits include academic programming, networking, resources, and a $100 travel stipend upon completion.
Labor markets and structural transformation in times of change: AI and demographic shifts
Posted: Sep 14, 2026Two-day conference (in-person and streamed) on how AI, demographic change, and shifts in international specialization are reshaping labor markets and the future of work. Features research presentations, policy discussions, and a keynote by Gordon Hanson. Jointly organized with the IMF, OECD, and the World Bank.
AI Data Centers: Is Space the Next Frontier?
Posted: Oct 30, 2026Webinar examining feasibility, risks, and governance of space-based data centers and the implications of potentially large numbers of computing satellites. Features the lead authors of a major new report.
Estonia at the Front Line — Security, Resilience, and Technology: Discussion with Prime Minister Kristen Michal
Posted: Oct 17, 2026A conversation with Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal on security, resilience, and Estonia's digital and AI ambitions, moderated by Michael McFaul. Free and open to the public as part of the Global Conversations series.
Mastering AI Agents: Work Smarter, Not Harder (Women.NYC x She AI) — November 17, 2026, 17:30–20:00 (New York)
Posted: Nov 10, 2026In-person workshop presented by Women.NYC and She AI on using AI agents to increase productivity. Held Nov 17 in NYC.
T20 U.S. Summit — 'Harnessing Knowledge and Ensuring Continuity for Better Policymaking in Uncertain Times'
Posted: Oct 17, 2026A hybrid summit convening global think tanks, policymakers, and G20 engagement groups for keynotes, panels, and deep-dive sessions shaping the path to the G20 Summit. Takes place at the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice across from UN HQ with virtual participation available.
Scoring the States: Policy Approaches to Primaries, Political Speech, and Election Security
Posted: Nov 3, 2026Virtual webinar discussing state approaches to primary access, political speech protections in the age of AI, and election safety/security. Panel includes R Street and external experts offering best practices for policymakers.
A Workforce in Transition: The AI Economy and What it Means for Our Future — Gina Raimondo & Eric Holcomb
Posted: Nov 2, 2026Panel discussion on how AI is reshaping the workforce featuring Gina Raimondo and Eric Holcomb, hosted by the IOP and Raise US co-chairs.
India’s Data Moment: A Conversation with Secretary Saurabh Garg on India’s AI-Ready Data Push
Posted: Nov 9, 2026Fireside chat with Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI, on India’s efforts to standardize and prepare data for AI, moderated by Aman Thakker. The conversation runs 4:00–5:00 pm EST and will be followed by a reception; registration is required and seating is limited.
Asia's Emerging Economic Architecture: New Rules for Growth
Posted: Nov 4, 2026A panel discussion on expectations for the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen and the evolving economic rules shaping growth, investment, and regional interests. Panelists include Robert O. Blake Jr., Pham Quang Vinh, Takio Yamada, and Shihoko Goto. Hosted by the Foreign Policy Research Institute.
Intensive online course on WMD non-proliferation and disarmament
Posted: Oct 21, 2026A four-day intensive online course bridging technical and policy dimensions of WMD non-proliferation and disarmament, hosted by SIPRI and the EU Non‑Proliferation and Disarmament Consortium. Designed for graduate students and early-career technical professionals. Approximately 20 participants will be selected.
International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) 2026 — 1–4 December 2026, Barceló Bávaro Convention Centre, Punta Cana
Posted: Oct 17, 2026The International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) 2026 will be held 1–4 December at the Barceló Bávaro Convention Centre in Punta Cana. The agenda is published and early-bird registration is open. The conference features 80+ sessions on anti-corruption topics including transnational corruption and accountability.
AI as Your Career Co‑Pilot: A Recruiter’s Perspective
Posted: Nov 10, 2026A 30-minute virtual session offering a recruiter’s perspective on using AI as a career co-pilot. Hosted virtually on December 1, 2026.
Global Technology Summit 2026 — Public Sessions
Posted: Oct 22, 2026Carnegie India's Global Technology Summit 2026 (themed 'Pravaah') holds public sessions on Dec 3–4, 2026 in New Delhi, convening industry experts, policymakers, and academics to discuss AI, quantum, space systems, energy demands, biotech, and critical minerals. Dec 2 sessions are closed-door by invitation only; in-person attendance is subject to confirmation.
Who Shares in the Gains? Income, Wealth, and How Communities Can Thrive as AI Advances
Posted: Nov 9, 2026A hybrid Urban Institute event and Policies for Action program exploring how AI-driven economic change may affect income and wealth distribution and policy options to raise the floor and share gains. Panels will cover ownership, guaranteed income, baby bonds, employee ownership, tax reform, and community investment with a focus on historically excluded communities.
Cyber and AI in the International Context: Security, Power and Governance
Posted: Apr 9, 2026A Clingendael training examining cyber and AI in an international context — security, power and governance — scheduled 8-11 December 2026. No daily times provided.
Global Security and Innovation Summit (GSIS) — Hamburg, 9–10 December 2026
Posted: Jul 3, 2026IISS's Global Security and Innovation Summit (GSIS) will take place in Hamburg on 9–10 December 2026, bringing together speakers including Bernhard Kluttig, Lt Gen Michael Vetter and Marcus Wandt to discuss global security challenges and emerging technologies.
Neurophilosophy of Global Security
Posted: Jul 21, 2026A GCSP workshop on the neurophilosophy of global security scheduled for 9–10 December 2026. The email provided dates but no specific session times.
Global Shifts, Regional Stakes: Looking Ahead to 2027 — Annual Conference
Posted: Oct 17, 2026Annual Carnegie Middle East Center conference bringing together scholars and policymakers from Carnegie’s global centers to examine trends shaping the Middle East and the international order. Topics include U.S. foreign policy, China and India’s roles, emerging alliances, AI, nuclear risks, warfare, and reconstruction.
NYU WISC Global Forum 2027: Building Trusted Systems at Scale — January 27, 2027 (Washington, DC)
Posted: Oct 17, 2026NYU WISC's annual Global Forum convening senior leaders across government, business, finance, technology, and academia to advance trusted systems and partnerships at scale. Registration will open soon.
NYU WISC Global Forum 2027: Building Trusted Systems at Scale — Jan 27, 2027 (Washington, DC)
Posted: Nov 10, 2026NYU WISC Global Forum 2027 in Washington, DC focused on building trusted systems at scale, convening senior leaders from government, business, finance, technology, and academia to advance systems and partnerships for resilience and strategic advantage. Registration to open soon per email.
Columbia Global Energy Summit 2027 — April 7, 2027 (New York City)
Posted: Jul 13, 2026The annual Columbia Global Energy Summit, hosted by the Center on Global Energy Policy, will take place on April 7, 2027 in New York City with a livestream available. The full-day summit brings together energy and climate policy experts to discuss geopolitics of energy security, market dynamics, AI energy demands, financing the transition, and related issues.
Columbia Global Energy Summit 2027
Posted: Jul 27, 2026The annual Columbia Global Energy Summit will be held on Columbia University's campus with high-level discussions on energy and climate policy. The event will be livestreamed and virtually accessible; in-person attendance is by invitation with applications for Columbia affiliates.
2027 Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference — Washington, DC (June 2027, exact dates TBA, in-person)
Posted: Oct 21, 2026The long-running Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference will return as a fully in-person event in Washington, DC in June 2027. Organizers note format changes and that exact dates, times, and registration details (expected mid-January) will be announced later.
2027 Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference
Posted: Oct 17, 2026The biennial Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference will convene experts, decisionmakers, academics, and civil society leaders to discuss nuclear issues including AI, nuclear energy, space, and missile defense. The 2027 conference is fully in-person at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC on June 7–8, 2027.