Inside AI+ Expo 2025: What we learned at the Capital’s biggest AI Summit
Qorvis was on the ground at AI+ Expo 2025 in Washington, D.C., hosted by the Special Competitive Studies Project (SCSP), where the intersection of emerging technology, national security, and geopolitical strategy took center stage.
From keynote remarks to fireside chats with global ambassadors, senior members of Congress, top U.S. military officials, think tank experts, and tech visionaries, the event made one thing clear: AI and autonomous technologies are not just shaping markets and transforming industries, they are redefining the global balance of power.
What stood out to us:
- From Google’s NotebookLM and Agentspace to Tesla’s autonomous Cybercab, Ocean Aero’s solar-powered unmanned maritime systems, Boston Dynamics’ agile robot Spot, and live drone races and maneuvers between U.S. service members, the Expo showcased technologies engineered for real-world deployment. These systems are designed not only to drive innovation, but also to strengthen energy infrastructure and enhance strategic mobility.
- Demos and panels revealed rare early-stage alignment between government and industry. As private innovation accelerates, national policy is advancing in parallel. This reflects how timing and positioning are becoming more important than ever for those seeking to influence or enter this evolving ecosystem.
- Discussions around regulation and tech sovereignty highlighted that AI is now a central pillar for diplomacy, energy security, and global power. Nations and private-sector actors are not just innovating. They are forging alliances, securing supply chains, and reshaping the future of defense and infrastructure strategy.
At Qorvis, we help clients navigate these inflection points, anticipate geopolitical shifts, engage with the right decision-makers, and translate intelligence into impact. Events like AI+ Expo sharpen that edge.
