Technology at the Crossroads: AI, IP Rights, and New Opportunities

Schedule

Thu Apr 23 2026 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

333 W Broad St | Columbus, OH

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Get ready for the 2026 IP Awareness Summit—a one-day event focusing on AI’s impact on innovation, IP rights, and business.
About this Event

Join us for IPAS 2026, the premier event dedicated to how artificial intelligence is reshaping technology, intellectual property, businesses, and jobs.

IPAS brings together inventors, creative industry members, industry experts, lawyers, policymakers, investors and others who are are working to understand the repidly evolving relationship between AI, business, and society.

Hosted by the Center for IP Understanding (CIPU) at the iconic Center of Science and Industry (COSI), the leading U.S. public science and technology center, IPAS 2026 provides a full day of insightful discussion, expert panels, networking opportunities, and forward-looking breakout sessions. Breakout sessions are for both participation by attendees and presenters alike.


What to Expect
  • Expert-led sessions on AI, IP, and the future of inventing and creative expression
  • Deep dives into challenges and emerging opportunities
  • Networking with professionals in tech, law, investment, as well as entrepreneurs
  • A collaborative environment focused on knowledge-sharing and experience
  • Optional private tour of COSI, including the current "Science Behind Pixar" exhibit
  • Columbus is easy to access by air or auto. Discounted stay at excellent Junto hotel.

Event Details

📅 Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: COSI, Columbus, Ohio
🌐 More Info: https://www.ipawarenesssummit.com/

Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, policymaker, investor, or simply curious about the intersection of AI and IP, IPAS 2026 is a great place to be.
Secure your spot now and join us for a unique experience.


**Full refund before March 1


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Where is it happening?

333 W Broad St, 333 West Broad Street, Columbus, United States

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Tickets

USD 52.60 to USD 622.95

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