We're thrilled to be returning on September 22-23, 2026, to San Diego, California!While the 2026 agenda is currently in development, you can still access the 2025 Border Technology Summit agenda to see the sessions, speakers, and themes that shaped the 2025 discussions.
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See Who Attended the 2025 Border Technology Summit
Take a look at the 2025 Border Technology Summit Attendee List to discover which organizations and agencies joined us in San Diego for the 2025 event. This snapshot offers valuable insight into the caliber of professionals and decision-makers who participate each year, and who you can expect to meet on-site at the 2026 Summit.
Connect with senior leaders from government, law enforcement, and industry as the Border Technology Summit continues to drive collaboration, innovation, and advancement in border security technology.
Produced ahead of the 2025 Border Technology Summit, this report examines the results of IDGA’s Homeland Security Survey, conducted among professionals from federal and local law enforcement agencies as well as industry partners supporting border security operations.
The findings highlight the ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration between U.S. law enforcement and international partners — a critical element in advancing secure, efficient, and technology-driven border management.
Through insights on technology adoption, cross-agency coordination, training, and resource allocation, this report provides a valuable snapshot of current priorities and challenges across the border security community.
These insights remain highly relevant as we look ahead to the 2026 Summit, where continued discussions will explore how innovation, interoperability, and data-driven solutions are reshaping the future of border security.
Produced ahead of the 2025 Border Technology Summit, this report examines how shifts in federal administration and evolving policy priorities have influenced U.S. border operations. Drawing on data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the report explores trends in border apprehensions, enforcement strategies, and the broader operational landscape shaping national security at America’s borders.
Through an analysis of executive directives, interagency coordination, and Department of Defense support, the report outlines how new policy directions have created both challenges and opportunities for those managing security and trade along the nation’s borders.
These insights remain highly relevant as we move toward the 2026 Summit, where government, military, and industry leaders will continue to discuss how evolving policy, technology, and strategy intersect to strengthen border management and national resilience.
Produced ahead of the 2025 Border Technology Summit, this feature highlights the achievements of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the San Ysidro Port of Entry, one of the busiest land-border crossings in the world. In May 2025, CBP reported record operational successes, including significant narcotics seizures and strengthened enforcement outcomes.
At the center of this success is Mariza Marin, CBP Port Director at San Ysidro, who leads a team dedicated to enhancing security while facilitating lawful trade and travel. In this interview, Director Marin discusses the technologies shaping daily operations, the importance of inter-port collaboration, and the teamwork driving mission success at America’s borders.
These insights continue to resonate as the border security community looks ahead to the 2026 Summit, where leaders will once again gather to share best practices, operational updates, and innovative approaches to advancing border technology and collaboration.