CyBe AI Summit 2026

Overview

The CyBe AI Summit 2026 is a premier industry event organized by CyBe Global in partnership with the CSA Bangalore Chapter. The summit brings together 1000+ cybersecurity and AI professionals, along with 100+ CXOs, to explore AI driven defense and the security of AI itself. The event spans two days and is hosted at Bengaluru venues including the NIMHANS Convention Centre, with Day 0 offering an invitational CxO sub-summit and Day 1 featuring the full public summit and main sessions.

When and Where

The official dates are September 3 to September 4, 2026. The Day 1 program takes place at NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, while Day 0 activities are hosted at a separate venue in Bengaluru. The event is primarily an offline experience with opportunities for in-person networking and executive discussions.

Who Should Attend

The summit is tailored for security leaders, machine learning and AI professionals, SOC analysts, cyber risk managers, CIOs and CTOs, and members of incident response and risk governance teams. It provides a platform for executives to engage in boardroom style conversations, learn from peers, and explore practical AI security applications.

Agenda and Format

The Programme features six major sessions with additional tracks and hands on labs. The agenda foregrounds live debates, hands on workshops, and real time attack simulations. Highlights include live red team demonstrations, AI related cyber security sessions, and multi track parallel sessions. There are also workshops that cover leadership, cyber resilience, and AI governance.

Tracks and Sessions

Specialized AI tracks include AI for Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity for AI, AI for Industry Transformation, and AI Power CyberSec. Each track hosts a mix of talks, debates, and hands on labs. Notable formats include HEAD TO HEAD defenses, LIVE HACK demonstrations, The 60-SECOND GAUNTLET, and Crisis War Room style scenarios where audience input influences outcomes. Track 01 showcases a live debate between defenders and attackers, while Track 02 focuses on AI integration in security workflows. Track 03 addresses industry specific AI security challenges, and Track 04 emphasizes workshops and labs.

Speakers and Facilitators

The event features a lineup of 60+ speakers including CISOs, security leaders, researchers, and industry veterans from organizations like CSA Bangalore, CyBe Global, and partner firms. Notable figures and facilitators include James Aaron Stanger, Satyavathi Divadari, Vandana Verma, Rohit Dhume, Prabhu Pathak, and many others who contribute across keynotes, panels, and workshops. A dedicated awards jury recognizes outstanding contributions in the CyBe Cyber.AI Excellence Awards across multiple categories.

Workshops and Labs

Four workshops and multiple hands on labs run in parallel, with seats allocated on a first come basis and pre registration required. Workshops cover cyber leadership, AI in security operations, and critical infrastructure protection. Attendees can register to secure seats, with two workshops typically running at a time to maximize choice while limiting capacity.

Awards and Sponsorship

The event includes CyBe Cyber.AI Excellence Awards to celebrate leadership, innovation, and community impact. Sponsors and partners gain access to keynote slots, co branded research, and opportunities to engage with attendees at dedicated sessions and on the exhibition floor. Opportunities for sponsorship and speaking engagements are available through the sponsor portal.

FAQs

Common questions address attendance options, day by day schedules, equity of access to tracks, and sponsorship opportunities. For further information or to submit proposals, attendees and organizations can contact support@cybe.global or reach out via the sponsor or partnerships channels highlighted on the official site.