Conference Description
- Focuses on cryptographic migration and agility, especially post-quantum transitions
- Bridges theoretical research and practical implementation in cryptography
- Targets engineers, researchers, and security professionals
- Features peer-reviewed papers, keynotes, and networking
- Co-located with Eurocrypt 2026
The Workshop on Migration and Agility in Cryptographic Systems (MAgiCS) 2026 is a specialized event dedicated to the evolving challenges of cryptographic migration. This workshop brings together academic and industry experts to address the complexities of transitioning IT infrastructures and cryptographic protocols to withstand future quantum computing threats. By fostering collaboration between researchers and practitioners, MAgiCS serves as a central platform for advancing secure and agile cryptographic systems.
Core Themes and Topics
MAgiCS 2026 explores a comprehensive range of subjects related to cryptographic agility and migration. Key areas include methodologies for migrating legacy systems, maturity models, and software tooling designed to support secure transitions. The workshop also delves into hardware accelerator design for both classical and post-quantum cryptography, as well as protocol design that ensures agility and resilience in evolving threat landscapes.
Additional topics cover key management and lifecycle protocols, formal models and verification, and hybrid cryptographic solutions that combine classical and post-quantum approaches. The event also addresses secure legacy support, transition strategies, and the analysis of attacks on agile or hybrid schemes. These discussions are vital for organizations seeking to maintain robust security during cryptographic transitions.
Audience and Industry Relevance
The workshop is designed for cryptographic engineers, IT security practitioners, researchers, and security architects. Professionals from high-security industries such as finance, government, and critical infrastructure will find the content particularly relevant. MAgiCS also attracts academic and industry leaders interested in applied cryptography and secure IT infrastructure transitions.
By addressing the technical and operational challenges of migrating to quantum-resistant standards, the event helps bridge the gap between research and real-world deployment. Attendees gain insights into best practices, formal models, and the latest advancements in cryptographic migration.
Event Format and Experience
MAgiCS 2026 is an in-person, workshop-led event co-located with Eurocrypt 2026. The program features technical presentations, keynote talks, poster sessions, and networking opportunities. Attendees benefit from peer-reviewed content and the chance to engage with leading experts in the field.
Sponsorship from organizations such as PQShield, genua GmbH, Giesecke+Devrient GmbH, and XITASO GmbH highlights the event’s industry engagement. Technologies discussed include post-quantum cryptography, CycloneDX, 5G-PKI, digital twins, and hybrid cryptographic solutions, reflecting the workshop’s commitment to advancing secure and agile cryptographic systems.