CYBERSEC 2026

5/5 Tue - 5/7 Thu
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2


ABOUT CYBERSEC

Hosted by iThome, CYBERSEC is Asia’s premier cybersecurity conference and expo, bringing together 20,000+ professionals, 400+ global brands, and 300+ sessions over three days of knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
Set to take place on May 5–7, 2026, with the theme Resilient Future, the conference will explore how digital resilience can be strengthened through innovation, proven practices, and forward-looking policy. By uniting experts from industry, government, and academia, CYBERSEC continues to shape the future of cybersecurity and drive cross-border, cross-sector dialogue.
Join us at CYBERSEC 2026—submit your proposal and help build a safer, more resilient digital world.

Your Voice, Our Resilient Future

CYBERSEC is Asia’s premier platform for cybersecurity exchange. The 2026 Call for Speakers is now open—share your research, insights, and best practices with a global audience. Submit your proposal and help shape a safer, more resilient digital future.

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Submission Scope

Breakout
Session

  • Scheduled Time: Afternoon sessions on May 5 and 6. Morning and afternoon sessions on May 7.
  • Session Length: 30 minutes
  • Eligibility Criteria: Researchers, Professionals, Advocates, Practitioners of Cybersecurity from all over the world.
  • Content: Cybersecurity Research, Latest Attack Techniques and Defense Strategies, Practical Experiences in Enterprise Management and Protection, Previously Unpublished Content.
  • Speaker Honorarium:
    An honorarium of NT$6,000 (inclusive of tax) will be provided for each session.

Deep Dive
Session

  • Scheduled Time: Afternoon sessions on May 5 and 6. Morning and afternoon sessions on May 7.
  • Session Length: 45 minutes
  • Eligibility Criteria: Researchers, Professionals, Advocates, and Practitioners of cybersecurity from around the world.
  • Content: Focus on specific cybersecurity topics and guide the audience in a deep exploration. While themes are not restricted, presentation must be focused and in-depth. In addition to a presentation overview, please include a breakdown of the time allocation for each part of it.
  • Speaker Honorarium:
    An honorarium of NT$9,000 (inclusive of tax) will be provided for each session.

CYBERSEC GLOBAL

  • Brief Introduction: CYBERSEC GLOBAL connects cybersecurity experts worldwide to create a truly international platform for knowledge exchange. All presentations will be broadcast through CYBERSEC’s official live streaming channel, reaching global audiences beyond geographical boundaries. This initiative not only amplifies the visibility of your research but also enables you to share insights directly with practitioners across the global cybersecurity community.
  • Language: English
  • Preparation: The speech video would be prerecorded. Please download the "CYBERSEC GLOBAL Pre-record Guidance“ before submitting. Click here to download.  
  • Premiere: Sessions on May 5, 6, and 7, 2026 (UTC+8:00)
  • Session Length: 30 minutes
  • Eligibility Criteria: Researchers, Professionals, Advocates, and Practitioners of cybersecurity from around the world.
  • Content: Cybersecurity Research, the Latest Attack Techniques and Defense strategies, Practical Experiences in Enterprise Management and Protection, Previously Unpublished Content.
Submit Subjects

CYBERSEC encourages a broad spectrum of thought-provoking cybersecurity topics and invites all professionals to submit their speeches. If you haven’t settled on a specific theme yet, please refer to the agenda suggestions below for guidance. These themes serve as a starting point for idea development and DO NOT represent the final agenda. We welcome creative and diverse submissions beyond these topics, aiming for cutting-edge discussions that push the boundaries of cybersecurity knowledge.

# AI Safety
# AI Security
# API Security
# Application Security
# Blue Team Practices
# CISO Insights
# Cloud Security
# CMMC
# CSF 2.0
# Cyber Physical System Security
# Cyber Resilience
# Cyber Supply Chain
# Data Security
# DevSecOps & Shift Left
# Governance Risk & Compliance
# Hardware Security
# Incident Response
# Information Operation
# IoT/IoMT Security
# Offensive Security
# Open Source Security
# OT Security
# PQC Migration
# Privacy by Design
# Privacy Enhancing Technologies
# Product Security
# Quantum Readiness
# Ransomware
# Red Teaming
# Responsible AI
# Risk Management
# Secure by Design
# Secure Coding
# Security Operations
# Threat Hunting
# Threat Intelligence
# Vulnerabilities Research
# Zero Trust Architecture
Important Dates

  • Call for Submissions

    Close on November 30

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  • Initial Review Notification

    Mid to late December 2025.
    Notification will be sent via email.

  • Final Review Notification

    Mid to late January 2026.
    Notification will be sent via email.

  • Presentation Preparation

    If your submission is accepted, we will reach out to you with the preparation details.

Audience Expectations
Inspiring the Audience to Action

Share your knowledge to help our audience grow. Your unique experiences, practical insights, and fresh perspectives can make your session impactful.

Latest cyberattack techniques and strategy
Enterprise experience in cybersecurity management
Unrevealed Information
No Sales Pitch

If you would like to advance business opportunities by introducing your company’s products and solution plans during your speech, please contact us by e-mail to learn about sponsorship details.

Sales Pitch
Audience Background

Attendees of CYBERSEC primarily include IT professionals, security experts, IT managers, cybersecurity practitioners, and professionals from the corporate, industrial, government, and academic sectors.

Event Venue

Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2

No.2, Jingmao 2nd Rd., Nangang District, Taipei City 11568, Taiwan
Speaker Terms & Conditions

1. Submission Form Guidance

  • Please elaborate on the content of your submission form.
  • Make sure audiences recognize the need and value of your presentation.
  • If you hold roles in both academia and industry, please list all current affiliations in the form.

2. Content Requirements

  • Originality is a high priority. Audiences would like to hear more about your personal experiences, practices, and perspectives.
  • You must hold all legal rights to your presentation content, ensuring it does not infringe on the intellectual property or privacy rights of others.
  • Sales pitches are NOT ALLOWED during your presentation. If you would like to speak in a sponsored session, please let us know and we will contact you right away.

3. Slide Preparation

  • The conference will provide a speaker slide template.
  • Please submit your slide deck at least one week before your session for program committee review. Your slides must include the conference-mandated disclaimer on the designated slide and may not be deleted, edited, masked, or omitted, as it is intended to protect the rights and interests of both speakers and the conference.
  • If your slides include third-party research, images, code, or other copyrighted materials, you must clearly cite the source and licensing to ensure lawful use and respect for intellectual property. In cases of misrepresentation or infringement, the conference may require correction or removal, and may adjust or cancel the session if necessary.

4. Honoraria & Travel Support

  • Honorarium (per session, tax-inclusive):
    • Breakout Session (30 minutes): NT$6,000.
    • Deep Dive Session (45 minutes): NT$9,000.
    • For two-speaker sessions, the honorarium is split evenly between the speakers.
  • Travel Support (for speakers residing overseas): Up to USD 1,000 per speaker. The travel support includes the honorarium; no additional honorarium will be provided.
  • Only speakers who present in person are eligible for the honorarium and travel Reimbursement. Co-authors who do not take the stage are not eligible for any payment.

5. Speaker Exclusive Services

  • On the day of your presentation, a speaker lounge will be available with lunch, refreshments, Wi-Fi, and power outlets.
  • Before the event, you will receive a speaker briefing covering check-in, room equipment, slide test times, and other presentation logistics.
  • All presenting speakers will receive one conference souvenir.

6. Conference Rights and Regulations

  • The conference may modify the agenda and schedule as needed.
  • The conference may use your photo, bio, and session abstract for event promotion.
  • If a speaker does not follow these guidelines, or if the delivered content materially deviates from the accepted proposal, the conference may issue a warning, cancel the talk, and/or decline future proposals, depending on severity.
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Contact Information

cfs_cybersec@mail.ithome.com.tw

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