Black Hat USA and DEF CON

Black Hat USA, the world’s premier cybersecurity conference, was founded in 1997 and has become an international benchmark in the information security field. Held annually across the United States, Europe, and Asia, the event brings together researchers from industry and government, as well as independent cybersecurity teams, maintaining a neutral and objective forum.

This year, Black Hat is emerging as a leading cybersecurity event with a strong AI focus. However, the product announcements unveiled at this year’s conference indicate that the industry is moving beyond simply augmenting existing solutions with AI assistants like Copilot. Vendors are increasingly embedding AI into real-world operational workflows, integrating automation with governance, exposure management, and resilience—aiming to achieve truly autonomous security within enterprise environments.

Black Hat USA attracted over 23,000 attendees, marking a 15% year-over-year increase. The event centered on critical topics such as AI-driven security vulnerabilities and national security threats, featuring keynote addresses by officials—including the White House National Cyber Director and the Acting Director of CISA—as well as industry experts like OpenAI’s security engineers. In addition to the main conference, six specialized summits were held, covering sectors such as healthcare and CISOs, alongside a global startup showcase culminating in Opnova’s victory. The conference also enhanced attendee experience through immersive learning opportunities and robust community engagement.

Juzhan Exhibition, with its emphasis on innovative technologies and exceptional service experiences, has earned widespread acclaim. For many years, Juzhan has provided efficient, professional exhibition services to Chinese exporters. In the post-conference review of Black Hat USA, what deserves particular attention from fellow exhibition professionals is not merely the impressive figures—23,000 attendees and a 15% growth—but rather the official strategic focus on “onboarding newcomers” and fostering “off-site networking.” This clearly demonstrates that once an exhibition reaches a certain scale, relying solely on adding more content or expanding booth space is no longer the primary driver of growth.

Black Hat USA and DEF CON tickets are e-tickets. Domestic and international visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name passport verification. After purchase, the organizer verifies visitor identity. Visitors who do not meet entry requirements may need to submit additional documents. Once approved, you will receive email confirmation or a QR code. On site, present your original passport and confirmation letter to collect a paper badge, or scan the QR code to enter.