Banff Secure AI & Innovation Summit 2026
November 5 – 7, 2026
Banff
Secure AI & Innovation Summit
Location: Fairmont Banff Springs
Welcome to the Banff Secure AI & Innovation Summit: Where engineering culture meets security conviction
Security can no longer be an afterthought in the development lifecycle, and the leaders who know that best will be in the room.
The DevSecOps Summit is a curated gathering of engineers, architects, and security leaders building the frameworks and cultures that make secure development possible at scale. As a sponsor, you are putting your brand in front of the people making those decisions every day.
Topics We’re Covering
● Discovering, classifying, and protecting sensitive data in AI pipelines; data posture management in the age of agents.
● Governing autonomous AI systems; managing agent access, tool calls, and data retrieval; accountability and audit trails.
● Guardrails, prompt injection, model supply chain, and securing language models in production.
● Service principals, API keys, agent credentials, and zero-trust architecture for machines.
● How threat actors are leveraging AI; intelligence and detection strategies for directors.
● SBOM, model governance, third-party risk, and compliance in AI sourcing.
● Discovery and governance of unauthorized AI tools and employee-driven AI use.
● Managing authentication and access control across AI pipelines.
● Regulatory landscape (AIDA, EU AI Act, emerging frameworks) and audit readiness.
● Network, identity, and data layer controls for AI-ready infrastructure.
Agenda
Speakers and sessions are in the works and will be announced soon.
DAY 1
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
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2:00 – 5:00 pm |
Welcome Activity and Networking |
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6:30 – 9:00 pm |
Opening Night Dinner |
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9:00 pm – Midnight |
Night Cap |
DAY 2
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
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7:30 – 8:30 am |
Breakfast |
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8:30 – 12:00 pm |
Mainstage Sessions and Peer-to-Peer Conversations |
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12:00 – 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
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1:00 – 5:00 pm |
Mainstage Sessions and Peer-to-Peer Conversations |
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6:00 – 9:00 pm |
Cocktails and Dinner |
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9:00 pm – Midnight |
Night Cap |
DAY 3
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
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7:30 – 8:30 am |
Breakfast |
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8:30 – 12:00 pm |
Mainstage and Breakout Sessions |
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12:00 – 1:00 pm |
Lunch |
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1:00 – 3:00 pm |
Customer Voice Sessions and Wrap-up |
Sponsors
At Evolve Technologies, we value our strong relationships with our sponsors. Their support is instrumental in delivering impactful events and fostering innovation in the IT industry.
Explore the Location
Explore Fairmont Banff Springs
More than just a leading cybersecurity event, Evolve offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the breathtaking Fairmont Banff Springs resort.
Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, this iconic destination blends historic elegance with world-class hospitality. Surrounded by stunning landscapes, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional dining, Fairmont Banff Springs provides the perfect setting for meaningful connections and professional growth.
Take advantage of this unique experience—expand your cybersecurity expertise while immersing yourself in the beauty and grandeur of Banff.
