Black Hat USA 2026 Keynotes to Focus on AI and Cyber Defense Strategy

The premier cybersecurity event series has announced its keynote lineup for August in Las Vegas, featuring top federal cyber officials discussing artificial intelligence and defense operations

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Black Hat USA 2026 Keynotes to Focus on AI and Cyber Defense Strategy

Black Hat, the cybersecurity industry's established security event series, has announced its Keynote lineup for Black Hat USA 2026. The event is scheduled to take place from August 1 to August 6 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. This year's keynotes are set to address the impact of artificial intelligence on cyber operations, defense strategy, and vulnerability research.[1][2]

The event will feature an Opening Session fireside chat with White House National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross. This session will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Nick Andersen, the Acting Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and Brett Leatherman, the Assistant Director of the FBI's Cyber Division.[1][2]

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