Organized by the Kerala Police, the 19th edition of c0c0n 2026 will take place in Kochi from October 6-13, gathering global experts to tackle emerging digital threats.

  • c0c0n 2026 will be held at Grand Hyatt Bolgatty, Kochi, from October 6 to 13.
  • The event features over 200 speakers and delegates from more than 20 countries.
  • Key focus areas include AI-driven security, FinTech, and child online safety.

The city of Kochi is set to become a global hub for digital defense this October. The 19th edition of c0c0n 2026, one of India's most enduring cybersecurity and hacking conferences, is scheduled to take place at the Grand Hyatt Bolgatty from October 6 to 13. Organized by the Kerala Police, the event promises to be a massive gathering of minds.

Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, State Police Chief Ravada A. Chandrasekhar emphasized that the conference aims to address the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. The goal is to build more resilient and smarter digital ecosystems capable of withstanding sophisticated modern attacks.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that as global economies become increasingly digitized, the surface area for cyberattacks expands exponentially. High-level summits like c0c0n are critical for synchronizing efforts between law enforcement, private industry, and international agencies to create a unified front against cybercrime.

Building a resilient digital future requires seamless collaboration between technology innovators and law enforcement agencies.

The conference is structured into three distinct phases to ensure deep learning and practical application. The pre-conference technical training will run from October 6 to 8, followed by the main summit on October 9 and 10. The program concludes with post-conference technical training from October 11 to 13. Notably, a specialized training session on the Dark Web will be conducted specifically for the Kerala Police.

The lineup of speakers is nothing short of stellar. Prominent figures such as India's Deputy National Security Advisor T.V. Ravichandran, State Bank of India Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Shetty, and NSE CEO Ashishkumar Chauhan will share their insights. The event will also see significant international participation from the UAE Cyber Security wing, CERT-In, Oman National CERT, and INTERPOL.

Core Discussion Tracks

The summit will delve into several high-stakes domains, including:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Governance
  • FinTech, Banking, and Insurance (BFSI)
  • Internet of Things (IoT) security
  • Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Investigation
  • Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse prevention
Did You Know?: c0c0n has a long-standing reputation for bridging the gap between ethical hackers and law enforcement officials worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is organizing the c0c0n 2026 conference?
The conference is organized by the Kerala Police.

2. Which international organizations are participating?
Major participants include INTERPOL, Oman National CERT, and the UAE Cyber Security wing.