Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | 11:30AM – 5:00PM EDT | 3.5 CPE | Reston, VA
5G networks first made their appearance in 2019, when major telecommunications carriers started rolling them out. Today, more than half the U.S. has 5G coverage, mostly in more densely populated areas. By 2030 it is estimated that more than 90% of mobile data coverage will be 5G.
And it has been as significant a change as promised, with download speeds up to 20 Gbps, resulting in very low latency (signal delay) — one reason that streaming services have grown so rapidly in popularity.
COMPLIMENTARY TRAINING (3 CPE Credits) DISCUSSION & NETWORKING RECEPTION FOR STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Join us as thought leaders from government and industry discuss how the telecommunications landscape has changed because of 5G, the new opportunities being created, and what the next step — 6G — will offer for innovative solutions.
COMPLIMENTARY TRAINING – DISCUSSION & NETWORKING RECEPTION FOR STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Accreditation: Participants can earn 3.5 CPE credit in Business Management & Organization.*
* To receive CPE credit you must check in at the registration desk when you arrive, and fill out/turn in your valuation PE form as you leave. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 50 minutes equals 1 CPE. By providing your contact information to us, you agree: (i) to receive promotional and/or news alerts from Federal News Network and our third party partners, (ii) that we may share your information with our third party partners who provide products and services that may be of interest to you and (iii) that you are not located within the European Economic Area.
Carahsoft Technology Corporation
11493 Sunset Hills Road
Suite 100
Reston, VA 20190
11:30am – 12:55pm: Check-in, Welcome, Networking & Snacks
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1:00pm – 1:55pm: 5G/NextG & AI
Advances in network slicing technology make it possible for service providers to create multiple customized virtual networks within a shared infrastructure environment. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to manage and automate Radio Access Network (RAN) components in cellular networks, the networks can be streamlined and optimized for functionality, security, and performance. Other applications of AI to 5G/NextG planning and operations, as well as the impact of AI-related traffic and edge computing, will also be explored.
2:00pm – 2:55pm: Communications for AI & AI for Communications
AI’s rapid adoption is transforming both the design and use of communication networks. Robust telecom infrastructure — such as private 5G, SD-WAN, and edge computing — is critical for transporting and processing the massive data flows underpinning AI workloads across industries. At the same time, artificial intelligence is evolving communications themselves, powering network automation, predictive analytics, and intelligent monitoring for greater resilience, efficiency, and security. This discussion will examine how communication networks support AI deployment at scale, and how AI optimizes network operations and enables use cases like mission-critical communications, safety, and real-time analytics at the edge. Challenges and strategies for advancing this symbiosis will also be addressed.
3:00pm – 3:55pm: The Future of 6G
Just as 5G set a new standard for speed and reliability, 6G – the sixth generation of cellular technology — is envisioned to provide ultra-high speeds, near-zero latency, and a massive increase in capacity (the number of devices and connections that can be supported by at the same time). To accomplish this, 6G will optimize network performance, adapt to changing conditions and demands for service, and manage resources.
The introduction of 6G presents the opportunity to advance numerous new applications, such as immersive experiences (e.g., augmented/virtual reality and holographic communications), support for autonomous systems, and expanding the Internet of Things (IoT).
Director, Wireless Security Institute &
Directorate Fellow, Idaho National Laboratory
4:00pm – 5:00pm: Networking Reception
Join us for a Networking reception afterward! There will be a variety of delicious fare & drinks. This is a unique and amazing opportunity to network with your State, local and industry peers.
