Forrester’s 2026 Security Forum Focuses on AI-Driven Risk Governance — Forrester Research, Inc.

Event summary

Forrester’s 2026 Security & Risk Forum will take place in Washington, DC, on November 9–10.
The event’s theme is 'The Security Singularity,' emphasizing AI's disruption of traditional security models.
Key sessions include discussions on securing AI intent, dynamic identity context, and the AEGIS Framework for autonomous systems governance.
Forrester will present its 2026 Security & Risk Enterprise Leadership Award at the event.

The big picture

Forrester’s focus on 'The Security Singularity' reflects the growing urgency for enterprises to adapt legacy security models to AI-driven threats. As organizations increasingly rely on autonomous systems, the need for frameworks like AEGIS highlights a broader industry shift toward proactive risk governance and trust assurance in AI decision-making.

What we're watching

AI Governance: How Forrester’s AEGIS Framework will influence enterprise adoption of AI security measures.
Regulatory Alignment: Whether the forum’s insights will shape future compliance standards for AI-driven risk management.
Market Differentiation: The pace at which Forrester can position itself as a leader in AI security advisory services.