Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Independent, community-driven cybersecurity conference part of the global BSides movement
- Talks selected through a blind review process based on merit rather than sponsorship
- Designed for security analysts, penetration testers, incident responders, researchers and IT professionals
- Takes place November 14, 2026, at the Bella Center in Copenhagen
About BSides København
BSides København 2026 is part of the global BSides movement, a network of independently organized security conferences known for fostering open, inclusive knowledge sharing within the information security community. The Copenhagen edition maintains the movement’s core principles: independence from commercial influence, merit-based content selection and respect for all contributors.
The conference uses a blind review process for speaker selection, meaning talks are chosen based on content quality rather than sponsorship arrangements or commercial interests. This approach prioritizes cutting-edge research, practical insights and real-world experiences over product marketing.
Subject Matter and Industry Focus
While specific session topics have not been announced, the conference covers cybersecurity and information security broadly. Sponsors supporting the event include Black Hills Information Security, Corelight, Check Point, mnemonic, Bureau Veritas Cybersecurity, Halcyon and Trend AI, suggesting coverage of threat detection, incident response, security operations, penetration testing and emerging security technologies.
Who Should Attend
BSides København targets cybersecurity professionals seeking peer learning and professional networking opportunities. The audience includes security analysts, engineers, penetration testers, incident responders, consultants and researchers. Attendees typically come from security departments, IT teams, consultancies and technology companies, ranging from practitioners to senior professionals.
The event addresses common professional challenges: staying current on security threats and technologies, finding practical solutions to real-world security problems and building connections within the security community.