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Black Hat MEA 2026 conference and exhibition brings together cybersecurity professionals, researchers, technology providers, CISOs, and industry decision-makers from around the world. The three-day program covers current and emerging cybersecurity topics through technical presentations, practical demonstrations, and discussions with industry practitioners. Attendees can also explore open-source security tools and take part in hands-on activities, including live hacking sessions. The event features more than 330 speakers and experts and attracts over 40,000 cybersecurity professionals, providing opportunities … More →

The 2026 event focused on the theme “Stay Informed, Stay Secured,” reflecting the importance of keeping pace with evolving cybersecurity threats. Experts from across the field shared their knowledge and perspectives on current security challenges and approaches to strengthening defenses. The presentations covered a broad range of topics, from technical information security challenges to practical defense methods, with the aim of providing attendees with useful insights and new perspectives. Expert sessions: Presentations and discussions led … More →

The conference brings together professionals and organizations working across cybersecurity, information security governance, national defence, and IT technology and implementation. It provides a forum for industry leaders to exchange knowledge, build professional relationships, and explore opportunities for collaboration, while also supporting participation from students, veterans, and underserved groups. Attendees can learn about developments in cybersecurity, identify potential business and partnership opportunities, and connect with experienced practitioners and ethical hackers. Speakers, sponsors, and attendees come from … More →

Built on research, industry analysis, and ongoing engagement with the IT community, the conference provides participants with access to current perspectives on technology, leadership, and business priorities. Why attend? Participants can explore research-based insights, discuss strategic challenges with industry analysts and peers, and gain perspectives that may help inform technology and business decisions. What to expect Presentations and sessions led by analysts and industry experts Research findings and practical insights on emerging technology and business … More →

The event will bring together researchers and professionals working in information forensics and security. The workshop covers a broad range of topics related to information forensics and security. It provides a forum for participants from academia, government, and industry to discuss emerging challenges, exchange ideas, and present recent research findings and technical developments in the field.

The event begins with a selection of two- and four-day cybersecurity training courses designed for a range of skill levels. The two-day main conference includes briefings on current cybersecurity research, developments, and industry trends, as well as open-source tool demonstrations in the Arsenal, a Business Hall, networking opportunities, and social events.

The forum gathers researchers, industry professionals, public authorities, and policymakers to discuss cybersecurity research, emerging technologies, and opportunities for collaboration. Key topics include cybersecurity technologies and systems, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybercrime and digital forensics, critical infrastructure protection, cyber resilience, risk management, and governance. The program also addresses the legal, ethical, and societal aspects of cybersecurity, alongside education, awareness, and future technological developments.

The event combines a conference program with one of the world’s largest on-site Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, bringing together cybersecurity professionals, researchers, students and enthusiasts from across the international security community.

The event focuses on developments in areas including application and cloud security, hybrid cloud, data protection, identity and access management, network and infrastructure defence, risk and compliance, threat intelligence, and DevSecOps integration. The event is held alongside several co-located conferences covering AI and big data, IoT, digital transformation, and data centres. Together, the events bring together professionals from government, finance, retail, healthcare, IT, and other sectors to discuss enterprise technology and security trends. The conference … More →

The conference brings together professionals from cybersecurity, technology, government, academia, and industry to discuss current challenges and developments in digital identity, security, and emerging technologies. The programme includes expert-led sessions, practical workshops, and an innovation sandbox focused on new technologies and approaches to cybersecurity. It also provides opportunities for knowledge sharing, professional networking, and collaboration across sectors. Participants include senior executives, cybersecurity and privacy professionals, policymakers, government representatives, researchers, technology specialists, and startup founders, alongside … More →

The conference brings cybersecurity professionals together for education, professional development, and networking opportunities typically associated with executive-level events. The agenda covers timely topics in cybersecurity alongside personal and career development, with an emphasis on practical insights and meaningful professional connections. The event combines expert-led sessions with opportunities to connect with peers in a setting designed to encourage learning and discussion.

This is an invitation-only forum focused on cybersecurity policy and practice. It brings together senior leaders and decision-makers from public institutions and private organisations. The event provides a setting for exchanging perspectives, addressing complex challenges, and discussing practical approaches to strengthening digital resilience. It supports dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaboration across government, industry, and academia. With an emphasis on the responsibilities of decision-makers, the forum encourages international cooperation, cross-industry engagement, and interdisciplinary exchange among policy, … More →