The American Conference Institute (ACI) is organising the 16th Annual Forum on Global Encryption, AI, Cloud & Cyber Export Controls in 2026, promising an in-depth focus on the rapidly changing landscape of export controls.
This significant event will host senior officials and pioneers from various sectors, such as technology, aerospace and defence, semiconductors, cloud services, and life sciences. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into compliance strategies and global developments affecting export controls.
Exploring future trends in AI exports
In 2026, the forum introduces virtual pre-conference workshops, crafted to provide a solid foundation for the main sessions. These workshops include sessions on enhancing encryption and advanced tech export compliance frameworks and an extensive examination of global export compliance in cloud computing.
The two-day event will delve into key areas, such as digital sovereignty, cloud sovereignty in Europe, and predictions for American AI tech exports. Discussions will further explore the Bureau of Industry and Security's (BIS) proposed Secure Sharing Framework and the International Trade Administration's (ITA) American AI Exports Program.
Regional trade control developments
Participants will also receive updates on China's raising trade control measures, with additional insights
Participants will also receive updates on China's expanding trade control measures, with additional insights into regional developments from India and the Middle East.
The convergence of export regulations, sanctions, tariffs, and Information and Communications Technology Supply Chain (ICTS) controls will also be addressed.
Interactive compliance exercises
This year's forum enhances interactivity with a hands-on approach, featuring a Go/No-Go diversion and re-export tabletop exercise that focuses on Southeast Asia. Additional interactive components include export case studies, a virtual walkthrough of technology control plans, and hypothetical scenario exercises aimed at helping participants tackle complex AI, cloud, and cyber compliance issues.
Attendees will have the chance to connect with compliance experts from leading companies such as Intel, Microsoft, SAP, Cisco, Arm, Cloudflare, Marvell Technology, Skydio, NetApp, TE Connectivity, Renesas Electronics, Core42, and others, offering a unique opportunity for professional benchmarking and knowledge exchange.
