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2026 Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit & Expo

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The 2026 Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit and Expo is a forecast event organized by the Space Systems Command under the Department of the Air Force. Held in National Harbor, Maryland, this initiative serves as a strategic gathering for the national security innovation ecosystem, specifically targeting participants from military, civilian, industry, and academic sectors to collaborate on critical technology priorities. The event aims to bridge the gap between government agencies, researchers, and investors to advance defense capabilities. Interested parties can find registration details through the official TechConnect events portal or access further information via the Space Systems Command front door link.

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Space Systems Command hosts 2026 Defense TechConnect summit for national security technology collaboration.

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Department Of The Air Force → Space Systems CommandView Agency

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AgencyDepartment Of The Air Force → Space Systems Command

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Defense TechConnect convenes the innovation ecosystem advancing national security, bringing together government, industry, investors, and researchers around critical technology priorities.
Location: National Harbor, Maryland Audience: Mil, Civ, Industry, Academia Registration: https://events.techconnect.org/DTCFall/

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