Start the countdown, book your calendars, and dust off your hacker hoodie hat because DefCamp 2025 is officially happening!
That’s right! We’re back this November for our 15th edition (yep, fifteen!), and we’re pulling out all the stops to make it one for the books.
Whether you’ve been part of the DefCamp story since the early days or you’re planning your very first dive into the madness, trust us: this year is going to be something special.
New ideas. Same iconic venue.
We’re returning to the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest on November 13-14, 2025.
We know, we know… last time, the entrance queues weren’t exactly thrilling. But we heard your feedback, and we’re already working behind the scenes to make things smoother, faster, and friendlier.
Why come back, you ask?
Because the location is epic. There’s something mind-blowing about learning how to hack the world’s digital systems while standing in one of Europe’s most legendary buildings. Giant halls, plenty of space to move, collaborate, compete, and, yes, get those majestic pics.
It’s a vibe, and we’re leaning into it.
What’s new in 2025?
We’ve always been a hacker-first community, and that’s never changing. But in 2025, we’re also turning the volume up on the business and leadership side of cybersecurity.
We’re designing this year’s edition to bring everyone together, from passionate students and researchers to industry veterans and decision-makers.
Therefore, expect:
- Technical talks and jaw-dropping demos
- Strategic panels with infosec talk that actually shapes business decisions
- New job & recruitment opportunities
- A fresh lineup of tools and innovations you’ll actually want to try out
Because let’s face it: cybersecurity is everyone’s business now.
Tickets are live!
Whether you’re planning to attend solo, with your squad, or you’re ready to treat yourself to a VIP pass, now’s the time to grab your ticket.
We’ve opened up registrations for Attendees, VIPs, and True Supporters.
As always, the earlier you get yours, the better the deal.
Secure your spot here. You’ll thank us later.
Got something to share? CFP is open!
DefCamp isn’t just about listening – it’s about contributing.
Over the years, we’ve hosted brilliant minds who dropped everything from live 0-day demos to insights into nation-state APTs and cutting-edge defense tactics. This year, we want to hear from you.
If you’ve been working on something cool – offensive, defensive, research, tools, case studies, bug hunting, AI, quantum – submit it.
Pro tip: our Call for Papers works in three rounds, and we select speakers on a rolling basis. Translation? The sooner you apply, the better your chances.
First deadline: June 15, 2025
Let’s build the Hacking Village together
The Hacking Village is the beating heart of DefCamp. This year, we want it to beat even louder.
From lockpicking to hardware fun, bug bounty challenges, OSINT hunts, reverse engineering puzzles, and wild prototypes that make people go “wait, what?” – we’re down for it all.
Have a thrilling idea for a competition or educational activity? Bring it to us. Let’s make DefCamp 2025 the most exciting playground yet for hackers of all levels.
Wanna be part of the dream team?
We’re building the biggest edition of DefCamp yet, and we need your help. Whether you’ve got experience organizing events or just want to peek behind the curtain of Romania’s largest cybersecurity conference, join the DefCamp crew.
It’s fun, it’s intense, it’s where the magic happens.
A place to learn, grow & level up
DefCamp has always been more than just talks and slides. It’s a place where you meet your future mentor. Or your next employer. Or your new best friend. Or a trusted business partner. Or a new client. It’s where you finally get to talk with people who understand what you do and why you do it.
Expect plenty of:
- Connections, decision-makers & future collaborators
- Skill-building opportunities
- Community knowledge-sharing
- Hiring and internship connections
- Showcases of tools and services you actually want to use
- Real conversations about where cybersecurity is heading next
Whatever you do in cybersecurity, you’ll walk away from DefCamp with fresh insights and new fire in your belly.
It’s a celebration. And you’re invited!
Fifteen editions. That’s no small thing. From humble beginnings to one of the most anticipated cybersecurity events in the region, DefCamp exists because of you, the community that builds, breaks, defends, and connects.
So yes, we expect a lot from you: to join, to speak, to compete, to support.
We promise to deliver.
And while November is still a few months away, we’ll keep you in the loop with:
- Speaker announcements
- Competition updates
- Expert interviews
- Tips & tricks for making the most of the event
- Special ticket offers
- Behind-the-scenes stories
- Ways to connect with others before the conference even starts
Final words (for now)
Start planning.
Start sharing.
Start designing .
So you can hack for good, properly, this November.
DefCamp 2025 is on, and it’s going to be wild.
TL;DR?
Tickets? Live now.
CFP? Open.
Want to partner with us? Let’s talk.
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See you in Bucharest.
Until then, stay curious & stay safe, hacker family.
