What is CDAO Sydney 2026?

Connecting you to what's next in data and AI

CDAO Sydney showcases the latest strategies in data readiness and responsible AI, helping organizations drive innovation, ensure compliance and deliver lasting business value.

Through keynotes, panels and real-world case studies on governance, AI adoption, data transformation and team strategy, this event is tailored for C-level and senior leaders ready to elevate their organizations data, AI and analytics agenda.
 
Over two days, attendees will gain a mix of strategic insights and practical learnings from Australia’s leading companies across diverse industries, combining visionary thinking with actionable takeaways.

The key themes at CDAO Sydney for 2026

Data readiness

Establish strong, accessible data foundations that empower teams to derive insights, support innovation and enable analytics that inform decision-making.

Platform scalability

Build adaptable, secure data platforms that scale with demand, support AI workloads and ensure interoperability, high performance and ongoing business resilience.

Responsible AI and data 

Embed ethics, transparency and accountability into data practices to protect privacy, ensure compliance and enable innovation in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

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