Next week, Washington, D.C., transforms into the epicenter of artificial intelligence as NVIDIA GTC Washington, D.C., takes place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center from October 27 to 29. For anyone tracking the future of computing, this event is not to be missed. The highlight of the conference is NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote address on Tuesday, October 28, at 12 p.m. ET. Beyond product announcements, Huang is expected to unveil a broader vision for how AI will revolutionize industries, reshape infrastructure, and drive innovation across the public sector. Preceding the main event, a pregame session begins at 8:30 a.m. ET, featuring insights from industry leaders Brad Gerstner, Patrick Moorhead, and Kristina Partsinevelos, who will break down the key trends and expectations ahead of the keynote. GTC DC goes far beyond a single speech. Attendees can dive into more than 70 technical sessions, hands-on workshops, and live demonstrations spanning agentic AI, robotics, quantum computing, AI-native telecom networks, and more. It’s a unique convergence of developers, engineers, enterprise leaders, and policymakers—where bold ideas meet real-world execution. For those unable to attend in person, exhibits-only passes are still available, offering access to the latest innovations on display. Starting Monday, NVIDIA will provide live updates from the convention floor, delivering real-time news, behind-the-scenes insights, and expert analysis straight from the event. Stay tuned for the latest developments shaping the next era of AI.