IEEE SA 2026 Cybersecurity Hackathon Webinar:
Hack the Threat
Discover how you can contribute solutions to some of today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges.
14 – 15 April 2026
Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the IEEE SA 2026 Cybersecurity Hackathon. As AI integration accelerates, the surface area for cyber threats expands. This webinar is designed to prepare participants to tackle real-world challenges using the TIPPSS Framework: Trust, Identity, Privacy, Protection, Safety, and Security.
We will explore the hackathon’s core tracks—including AI Security, Healthcare, Automotive, and Distributed Energies—and provide technical guidance on building prototypes that influence future global standards. Whether you are a professional, researcher, or student, this session will cover:
SESSION SCHEDULE
To maximize global reach, we have split the sessions to accommodate specific time zones.
Session 1: APAC, India, & MENA
14 APR 2026 | 05:00 UTC
Session 2: Europe & The Americas
15 APR 2026 | 14:00 UTC
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SPEAKERS

Mitch Parker
Executive Director, Information Security & Compliance, Indiana University Health
Sandeep Taileng
Information Security Leader,
State Trustee Victoria
Nishant Krishna
Executive Director,
Visiminds Technologies
ABOUT THE HACKATHON
The IEEE SA 2026 Cybersecurity Hackathon invites innovators from around the world to develop solutions that address modern cybersecurity challenges, particularly those emerging from the rapid adoption of AI.
Participants will explore ways to:
Hosted virtually, the hackathon brings together global talent to build prototypes, solve challenge problems, and collaborate with mentors and industry experts.
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