How’s everyone feeling? We’ve just completed day three of the Conference, leaving one more day to squeeze in more in-depth and thought-provoking discussions about cybersecurity and the state of the industry. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s look back at what took place today...

Eleven keynotes took place today, delivering a dynamic mix of strategy, storytelling, and forward-looking security insights. The day opened with Mean Time to Adapt, where Pat Opet urged organizations to rethink how they approach resilience in the face of AI-driven threats and increasingly fragile software and infrastructure supply chains.

During this session, we also presented the first RSAC Frontier Award to Dr. Maria Spiropulu, a particle physicist and the Shang-Yi Ch’en Professor of Physics at the California Institute of Technology. She was recognized for her contributions to disruptive technologies with the potential to reshape security, privacy, and digital trust.

Global perspectives took center stage in Cyber Threats & National Strategies: A Global Perspective, as senior cyber leaders from allied nations shared how governments are responding to a rapidly evolving threat landscape. The conversation underscored the importance of coordinated international efforts to address shared risks and strengthen collective defenses.

In a shift from policy to practice, Adam Savage on Maker’s Mindset: Life Is What You Make It brought an engaging and practical lens to the stage. The MythBusters host emphasized the value of breaking down complex problems, embracing iteration, and fostering collaboration, offering cybersecurity professionals a fresh way to approach challenges and drive progress.

A standout moment of the day came with From Infiltration to Disruption: Taking on the Russian Cyber Mob, where reporter Brian Krebs industry insider Lawrence Baldwin walked attendees through the real-world takedown of the JabberZeus cybercrime group. Their firsthand account offered rare insight into the evolution of organized cybercrime.

Later, security technologist Bruce Schneier took a step back to examine the bigger picture in Integrous System Design, making the case that integrity is emerging as the defining challenge in modern cybersecurity. His session explored the subtle and complex questions organizations must address as systems become more interconnected and more critical to everyday life.

Closing out the day, Fireside Chat with Acclaimed Author Michael Lewis offered a compelling discussion on the power of storytelling to uncover hidden truths and shape decision-making. The author of bestsellers like Money Ball and The Big Short shared how narrative can make complex systems more understandable—an idea that resonated strongly in the context of cybersecurity and leadership.

Thursday: Closing Day Snapshot

There’s one day remaining! If you’re rushing to fit in your last keynotes, here are a few we recommend putting on your calendar:

• The Cyber Threat Landscape: Year in Review, Future in Focus– 8:30 – 9:20 AM at YBCA Blue Shield of California Theater. Kevin Mandia and Nicole Perlroth return to unpack the most significant cyberattacks of the past year and look ahead to what’s coming next, offering a candid perspective on where the industry must go from here.
• The Great Cyber Misconceptions: How Security Stories Mislead Us – 9:40 – 10:30 AM at YBCA Blue Shield of California Theater. In this energetic, demo-driven keynote, SANS CEO James Lyne challenges widely held assumptions in cybersecurity, separating hype from reality and helping organizations make more informed security decisions.
• The Evolution of Cyber War: Inside the Making of ‘Midnight in the War Room’ – 12:20 – 1:10 PM at YBCA Blue Shield of California Theater. Led by RSAC CEO Jen Easterly, this session explores the human side of cyber conflict—from the pressures facing CISOs to the societal challenges fueling cybercrime.
• CISOs Unchained III – 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM at YBCA Blue Shield of California Theater. Back for another year, this candid and wide-ranging discussion brings together four seasoned former CISOs to share perspectives on the evolving demands, challenges, and realities of leading cybersecurity at the highest levels.
• 35th Anniversary Closing Celebration: Up Close with Hugh Jackman – 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM at Moscone West Street Level. Join us as we close out RSAC 2026 with a high-energy celebration featuring music from the 90s and an exclusive conversation with acclaimed actor Hugh Jackman, whose iconic roles and storytelling promise a memorable finale to the week.*Priority will be given to Full Conference, Expo Plus, Speaker, and Media Pass holders. There will be a standby line for Expo, Booth Staff, and College Day Pass holders with seating allotted as space allows.

And, of course, tomorrow is your last chance to visit the Villages (9:30 AM – 2:30 PM), including the AI Village, Adversary Village, AppSec Village, Cloud Village, and more. Experience hands-on innovation as you explore and play in each Village or sit in on one of the Village Track Sessions.

Finally, don’t forget to check out the Expo floor before it closes! Tomorrow it’s open from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.