DEF CON 35
DEF CON is a community security convention built around talks, contests, villages and hands-on investigation. Its appeal for gadget coverage is the opportunity to examine how devices actually work, including interfaces and behaviours rarely discussed in consumer marketing. Follow legitimate demonstrations with clear technical explanations, and distinguish experimental findings from general claims about an entire product category. The village structure means access and scheduling vary, so a single convention badge does not guarantee a seat in every activity. The 2027 dates are supported by official community information. Named speakers, village programmes and admission pricing should be taken from the edition's own announcements as they appear.
Key facts
- Dates
- 5–8 August 2027.
- Location
- Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
- Opening times (local time)
- Not verified yet Exact daily opening times not verified for this edition. Consult the official programme before arranging a timed visit.
- Admission and price
- Not verified yet Edition-specific admission price not verified as of 1 November 2026. Use the official registration link; no previous-edition rate is substituted.
- Focus
- Hacking / cybersecurity / hardware
- Speakers and presenters
- Not verified yet Edition-specific named lineup not verified in this check. Use the official programme; earlier-edition speakers are not assumed to return.
- Products and tech to look for
- Hardware hacking tools, RF devices, security research platforms, badges, embedded-security demos, automotive hacking, AI security tools and experimental open hardware.
- Access and related events
- Check the organiser’s visitor eligibility, badge type and session access before booking.
Official site and sources
Official website
Date, venue and programme sources
Tickets, registration and price sources
Sources checked on 1 November 2026. This page is an independent listing. TechCortado is not linked to the organiser.