What is Black Hat and DEF CON?

What is Black Hat and DEF CON?

Black Hat is typically scheduled prior to DEF CON with many attendees going to both conferences. Black Hat has been perceived by the security industry as a more corporate security conference whereas DEF CON is more informal.

What is the difference between Black Hat and DEF CON?

At Black Hat you’re looking at seven or eight different talks every hour or so. DEF CON typically had four main tracks but a host of other talks, and Bsides has a very busy schedule. That said, if you can’t get into your chosen talk DEF CON is the best conference to just mooch around in.

How much does DEF CON cost?

The cost for a single DEF CON badge is $300.00 and is payable in cash only.

How much is a Black Hat ticket?

Black Hat group registration discounts apply for 6 or more new Briefings or Trainings and Briefings registrations….Group Discount.

Group Size	Early (ends May 24)	Regular (ends July 12)
ORIGINAL PRICE	$2295	$2495
GROUP PASS PRICE 6-14	$2195	$2395
GROUP PASS PRICE 15+	$2095	$2295

Who attends Black Hat?

Black Hat attracts over 20,000 of the world’s most renowned security experts, executives, and attendees, that create the industry’s most dynamic and concentrated information security community.

Is DEFCON better than black hat?

While Black Hat is a more traditional conference, Def Con is typically far looser. It includes large hands-on events where attendees try to hack into voting machines, medical equipment and other critical technology. Versions of those hands-on events will still be around this year, but for far fewer people.

Where is Defcon held?

Paris Hotel
Venues, dates, and attendance

DC	Hotel	Year
DEF CON 30	Caesars FORUM, Paris Hotel, Bally’s Hotel,Flamingo, Harrah’s Hotel, and Linq Hotel	2022
DEF CON 29	Paris Hotel and Bally’s Hotel	2021
DEF CON Safe Mode	Not Applicable – Virtual event.	2020