2026 Black Hat Conference
Partner Events
Will you be at Black Hat? Join RH-ISAC Associate Members at special events hosted at venues across Las Vegas during the conference!
Happy Hours & Networking Events:
August 4, 2026
Blurred Lines at Black Hat
August 4 | 5:30 p.m – 8:00 p.m.
Caramá by Wolfgang Puck – Mandalay Bay
As global conflicts blur the lines between nation-state warfare and corporate risk, weaponized AI is driving automated exploits at scale. Join top cyber CEOs, threat intelligence leaders, and national security experts for an unvarnished talk on the shifting frontlines.
Happy Hour
August 4 | 6:00 p.m – 7:30 p.m.
IANS Suite – Mandalay Bay
Join IANS Faculty and staff for a relaxed, informal evening of networking with peers and the broader IANS community. This fan-favorite event is the perfect chance to share experiences, exchange ideas, and hear how fellow security professionals—and IANS clients—are tackling today’s toughest challenges, and connect directly with IANS Faculty—seasoned practitioners who bring real-world experience and insights from the front lines of cybersecurity.
Happy Hour
August 4 | 6:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m.
STRIPSTEAK Steakhouse – Mandalay Bay
Join Ent Security and Legion Security for a Black Hat Happy Hour. Unwind after a day at the conference and connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals over drinks and passed appetizers. Meet security leaders, practitioners, and peers in a relaxed setting designed for great conversations and new connections.
Invite Only. Space is limited—reserve your spot today.
Barbershop Speakeasy Happy Hour
August 4 | 7:30 p.m – 9:30 p.m.
The Barbershop – The Cosmopolitan Hotel
Step into the Roaring Twenties at The Barbershop, one of Las Vegas’s most sought-after speakeasies. Hidden behind the façade of a traditional barbershop, this unique venue blends vintage charm with the sophisticated ambiance of a 1920s speakeasy. Sip on craft cocktails, enjoy a finger of whiskey, or get show ready with a premium haircut experience. Join the Intel 471, Analyst1 and Replica Cyber teams to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, catch up with old friends, and make new connections in a comfortable, relaxing setting.
August 5, 2026
Happy Hour
August 5 | 5:00 p.m – 8:30 p.m.
Caramá by Wolfgang Puck, Mandalay Bay
This happy hour is hosted in partnership with SentinelOne and Cloudflare, and brings together industry peers for an informal hour of networking, drinks, and conversation in a relaxed setting. Come unwind, connect with fellow Black Hat attendees, and enjoy a curated experience right on the show floor at Mandalay Bay.
A Private Sphere Experience
August 5 | 6:50 p.m – 9:15 p.m.
Sphere Las Vegas
Fastly and AWS invite you to step off the conference floor and follow The Yellow Brick Road to an unforgettable evening at the Sphere. Join us on Wednesday, August 5, for an exclusive private event featuring The Wizard of Oz Immersive Experience, a reimagined cinematic journey inside one of the world’s most groundbreaking venues.
Demos & Meetings:
August 5, 2026
When Agentic Systems Go Sideways
August 5 | 7:30 a.m – 9:00 a.m.
IANS Suite – Mandalay Bay
We’ve heard the horror stories. There was the rental car company that had its entire production database wiped by an AI coding agent performing a routine task. And the time attackers took over Instagram accounts via Meta’s AI support assistant via a confused deputy attack. The list goes on. Join us for a lively discussion with IANS Faculty Jake Williams where he’ll walk through recent cases where agents went sideways (either on their own, or by adversarial prompting), and provide actionable, practical guidance to help you prevent similar situations from occurring within your enterprise.
Meeting with Intel471
August 5 & 6 | 9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m.
Private Suite – Mandalay Bay
Don’t miss this opportunity to schedule a meeting in Intel 471’s private Mandalay Bay suite and discover how our solutions can significantly enhance your organization’s threat hunting and response strategies. Secure your slot now to gain personalized insights and discuss your cybersecurity needs.
The suite is all day on August 5th and 6th. Our team will be available throughout the entire event week to find a time that best fits your schedule.
Meeting with Doppel at Four Seasons
August 5 & 6 | 9:00 a.m – 5:00 p.m.
Private Suite – Four Seasons
Schedule a meeting in Doppel’s private suite at the Four Seasons and discover how our AI native social engineering platform can strengthen your organization’s defense against social engineering attacks. Suite open all day August 5-6; our team is on-site to fit your schedule.
Security Pros Happy Hour
August 5 | 5:00 p.m – 7:00 p.m.
Swingers – The Crazy Golf Club
Head over to Swingers – The Crazy Golf Club for an for an unforgettable evening of drinks, delicious food, casual networking, and a little friendly competition. Whether you are looking to forge new industry connections, challenge your colleagues to a showdown on the mini-golf course, or simply unwind with a cocktail after a busy day, this is the place to be.
August 6, 2026
IANS MCP Demo
August 6 | 7:30 a.m – 9:00 a.m.
IANS Suite – Mandalay Bay
In this session, we’ll demo the IANS MCP, which puts IANS intelligence directly inside the AI tools your team already uses. Ask IANS your difficult questions and see the difference when answers are grounded in:
- Practical guidance tailored to your industry and team size — no generic best practices
- Over 6,000 call summaries between your peers and experts, discussing and solving real problems
- Vendor selection advice from 350+ vendor assessments, all free of vendor marketing influence
- Practical outputs you can instantly use, such as vendor checklists, playbooks, board slides, and more
- The ability to request a 1:1 Faculty expert call right from within your AI tool
Booths:
Stop by these RH-ISAC Associate Member booths in the expo hall!
| Company | Booth Location | More Information |
| 360 Privacy | #2067 | |
| Booz Allen | #2361 | Booz Allen at Black Hat |
| Claroty | #2757 | Claroty at Black Hat |
| Doppel | #3367 | Doppel at Black Hat |
| Ent Security | #5723 | Ent Security at Black Hat |
| GitGuardian | #1970 | GitGuardian at Black Hat |
| Google Security | #2152 | Google Security at Black Hat |
| Intel 471 | #5723 | Intel 471 at Black Hat |
| Palo Alto Networks | Azure Ballroom | Palo Alto Networks at Black Hat |
| ReliaQuest | #2139 and #8505 | ReliaQuest at Black Hat |
| SentinelOne | #2933 and #5609 | SentinelOne at Black Hat |
| Terra Security | #4947 | |
| Thales | #5523 | Thales at Black Hat |
