Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Three-day technical conference focused on the OpenSSL cryptographic library, its development, governance and future direction
- Covers FIPS validation, hardware security modules, PKCS#11, and the legal and operational aspects of cryptographic software
- Designed for cryptography engineers, security architects, maintainers, researchers and decision-makers from organizations dependent on OpenSSL
- Features tutorials, technical sessions, keynotes, panels and networking opportunities led by experts in law, academia and industry
- Hosted by the OpenSSL Corporation and Foundation in Prague
About the Event
The OpenSSL Conference Prague 2026 is a three-day, in-person gathering dedicated to the stewardship and development of the OpenSSL cryptographic library. OpenSSL serves as foundational technology underpinning much of the modern internet’s security infrastructure. The conference brings together maintainers, contributors and users to collaborate on the project’s direction and priorities.
The event combines tutorials, technical sessions, keynotes and panels with networking opportunities. Sessions are led by experts spanning law, academia and industry, with the format designed to foster engagement between those who build OpenSSL and those who depend on it. Off-the-record discussions and hands-on technical work are part of the community-driven experience.
Technical Focus Areas
The conference addresses cryptography, privacy and secure communications at an infrastructure level. Specific topics include FIPS validation requirements, hardware security modules (HSM), PKCS#11 integration and the evolution of cryptographic standards. Sessions also examine legal, operational and technical considerations for organizations deploying cryptographic software, including compliance challenges and governance of open-source security projects.
Industry Participation
The event draws support from organizations across the cryptographic and security ecosystem. Cisco serves as Platinum sponsor, with additional participation from AWS, Bouncy Castle, Crypto4A Technologies, Cryptsoft, Entrust, Quantum Optics Jena, KeyPair, Lightship Security, NetApp, Red Hat, Safe Logic, Securosys and SUSE. Zoo Brno is also listed as a partner. Technologies represented include OpenSSL, Bouncy Castle, cryptlib, PKCS#11 and HSM platforms.
Who Should Attend
The conference targets cryptography engineers, software developers, security architects, researchers and open-source project maintainers. Legal experts specializing in IT law and decision-makers such as CTOs and CISOs will find relevant content on governance and compliance. Attendees typically come from tech companies, cloud providers, financial institutions, academia and government organizations that rely on OpenSSL for their security infrastructure.