We are delighted to announce that registration for the Real-Time Communications Conference & Expo 2026 opens in June! This is an event you won't want to miss, so mark your calendars and secure your spot today.
Conference Dates: September 22 - September 23, 2026
Venue: Hermann Hall, 3241 S. Federal Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Early-Bird Registration Opens in June!
Who Should Attend
If you're involved in voice, video, messaging, mobility, the cloud, or the Web, whether you're a developer, innovator, engineer, academic educator or researcher, product manager, marketer, or entrepreneur, this conference is for you. For additional information on the conference, please see our Conference Prospectus.
About the Conference
The RTC Conference and Expo at Illinois Tech is an International Conference of the IEEE. The conference serves as an outstanding platform for knowledge exchange, networking opportunities, and exploring the latest advancements in real-time communications.
Conference Tracks
- WebRTC & Real-Time Applications and Services
- AI in RTC
- Programmable Real-Time Networks and Applications
- Next Generation Emergency Communications
- Research Track (Juried Papers)
- The IEEE Communications Quality and Reliability Workshop
Additional details on the Program page. See Conference Speakers for the initial speaker list.
Learn - Connect - Enjoy
- Gain valuable knowledge from thought-leading speakers
- Create meaningful connections by networking with experts
- Discover emerging trends, technologies, and strategies
- Explore new business opportunities
- Learn about the latest academic research in real-time communications
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