Black Hat MEA 2026
About the Security Event
Black Hat Middle East and Africa is a major cybersecurity conference and exhibition that takes place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together a global audience of security professionals and industry leaders. The event focuses on the latest threats, defensive strategies, and technologies shaping the cybersecurity landscape across government, enterprise, and critical infrastructure sectors. By combining technical expertise with strategic insight, the conference provides a concentrated environment for learning, intelligence sharing, and professional connection.
The event attracts a large and diverse audience, including CISOs, security engineers, policymakers, and solution providers, creating strong opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange. With hundreds of speakers and exhibitors, Black Hat MEA highlights emerging attack methods, cloud and AI security challenges, and real world defensive practices. Its scale and international reach make it a key platform for organizations looking to stay informed, strengthen resilience, and engage with the evolving cybersecurity ecosystem.