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World Congress 2026 North America • Sep 25, 2026 • Session details

From Possibility to Production: Why AI Raises the Bar for Engineering

Leigh-Ann Russell

Leigh-Ann Russell proves AI won't replace engineers. Instead, it elevates them to system architects. Discover how BNY uses strict governance to actually unlock developer autonomy.

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