And just like that, RSAC 2026 has come to a close!
Over the past four days, we have learned so much from our 32 keynote presentations, 700+ featured acclaimed speakers, 570+ sessions, and over 600 exhibitors in the Expo.
Notable announcements from the week include:
- Geordie AI being named RSAC™ 2026 Conference’s Most Innovative Startup,
- Incalmo, Konvu, and Obverra wowing the Launch Pad judges,
- RSAC™ Conference Annual Award winners including our new Test of Time Awards and Frontier Award
To recap, let’s take a look at the highlights from the fourth and final day of RSAC 2026:
The day kicked off with a conversation that always delivers immense value: the College Day Breakfast and Sponsor Panel. Experts from Walmart provided guidance and shared their expertise with a room full of college students looking to break into the dynamic field of cybersecurity.
The Cyber Threat Landscape: Year in Review, Future in Focus reflected on the most consequential cyberattacks of the past year and explored what lies ahead. The discussion underscored the growing risks tied to AI-driven threats and the urgent need for organizations to rethink how they prepare for the next wave of attacks.
In The Great Cyber Misconceptions: How Security Stories Mislead Us, SANS Institute CEO James Lyne brought energy and clarity to the stage, challenging some of the most common narratives shaping cybersecurity today. Through engaging demonstrations, he encouraged attendees to question assumptions, separate hype from reality, and make more grounded security decisions.
Later, The Evolution of Cyber War: Inside the Making of ‘Midnight in the War Room’ delivered a powerful and human-centered discussion, in which the panel examined the emotional and societal dimensions of cyber conflict in a borderless frontier. Attendees learned how to discourage youth talent from turning to cybercrime and the social duty required to improve resilience.
In CISOs Unchained III, four former CISOs returned for a candid and insightful conversation on the realities of the role. Their discussion highlighted the continued evolution of the CISO position and the complexities leaders face as they navigate an increasingly demanding threat landscape.
RSAC 2026 closed on a high note with the 35th Anniversary Celebration, featuring a memorable conversation between acclaimed actor Hugh Jackman and RSAC Executive Chairman Dr. Hugh Thompson. The Hughs brought energy, reflection, and a fitting close to an impactful week.
Looking Ahead
And with that, we’ve wrapped RSAC 2026 Conference!
We know you may be tired after a full week of activity, but we hope you’re heading home feeling inspired, energized, and equipped with fresh ideas and a renewed appreciation for the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. If you’re curious about this year’s attendance and key highlights, keep an eye out for our closing press release, which will be shared Friday morning.
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We hope to see you next year for RSAC™ 2027 Conference in San Francisco from April 5-8, 2027, at the Moscone Center.
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