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    RSA® Conference is helping drive the information security agenda worldwide with annual industry events in the U.S., Europe and Japan.

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    In an industry that changes daily and a profession that demands lightning fast response, staying informed, engaged and one step ahead is critical. RSA® Conference delivers knowledge, best practices, insight, perspective and unequalled opportunities to connect and collaborate. It is the most respected, highly attended and eagerly anticipated information security event in the industry.

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    About RSA Conference

    The information security industry and RSA Conference have seen significant growth and change over the last sixteen years. View our timeline, conference themes and photos from past conferences.

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    Follow the latest news about RSA Conference from the conference organizers.

    Conference Photos

    View photos from past RSA Conferences.

    Conference Themes

    Since 1995, a unique theme has been chosen every year and predicated on a specific contribution or illustration related to information security. A story and design are developed and carried throughout the event.

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    Founders Circle and Premier Club

    The Founders Circle is a special group of RSA Conference "enthusiasts" comprised of security professionals who have attended multiple RSA Conferences. The Premier Club is a special loyalty programme for RSA® Conference Europe delegates.

    Milestones

    View the major achievements in information security and RSA Conference milestones.

    RSA Conference Awards

    The RSA Conference Awards are presented to acknowledge the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations in the field of cryptography, public policy and information security.

    • Conference Highlights

      The RSA® Conference began in 1991 as a gathering of 50 cryptographers. The conference has grown internationally and is attended by more than 23,000 information security professionals globally.  The following are some of the highlights.

      1991 First RSA Conference (then called “Cryptography, Standards & Public Policy”) with 50 attendees in Redwood City, CA 
      1993 RSA Conference becomes an annual event in the U.S.
      1995 First RSA Conference Theme: Egyptian Scarab Seals
      1997 RSA Conference attracts 1,846 attendees
      1999 Distribute.net breaks DES during RSA Conference in 22hrs 15mins
      2000 First RSA® Conference Europe in Munich; Jefferson Starship performs at RSA Conference US
      2001 Pat Benatar performs at RSA Conference
      2002 First RSA® Conference Japan in Tokyo
      2004 RSA Conference attracts over 10,000 attendees; Bill Gates is keynote speaker for the first time
      2005 First Innovation Station at RSA Conference
      2006 15th anniversary of RSA Conference
      2007  RSA Conference stages the largest security event with over 17,000 attendees and 340 exhibitors; RSA Conference Japan is scheduled for April 25-26.  RSA Conference Europe moves to London, Oct 22-24
      2008 RSA Conference April 7-11