Dates: August 7–10, 2026​

URL: https://defcon.org​

Location: Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas Convention Center and associated venues)​

Description: DEF CON is the world’s best‑known hacker conference, with villages, contests, and talks spanning hardware hacking, ICS/OT, aerospace, AI, election security, and federal/IC engagement, serving as an informal but critical nexus for practitioners and government operators.

OODA’s activities at Defcon will including participation in the Quantum Village, Vetcon and numerous other community focused sessions. We hope to see all there.

For more and to register see: DEF CON

The OODA team is always at or around Defcon embracing the community of hackers, creators, innovators and cyber warriors who are doing so much for humanity. If you are going be sure to let us know.