⚡Call for Lightning Talk Proposals at SOTN26
Present Your Lightning Talk
State of the Net will again feature “lightning talks” when it returns February 9, 2026. Since their introduction in 2024, lightning talks have become one of the most popular features of the conference — short, dynamic presentations that showcase fresh perspectives in tech policy.
Last year’s talks were fascinating.
If you have a compelling idea, research insight, or policy takeaway to share, we invite you to submit a Lightning Talk proposal. These five-minute presentations bring new voices into the conversation and spotlight innovative thinking across the Internet policy landscape.
Successful proposals will inform and inspire policymakers working on technology issues in Congress, state legislatures, and international governance fora.
Submit your proposal by Monday, December 1, 2025 COB.
For inspiration, look to the lightning talks from the 2025 conference.
Use the submission form below to send in your proposal.