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OWASP Italy Day 2026 - Call for Speakers

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OWASP Italy Day 2026 - Call for Speakers

event starts

17 Jun 2026

event ends

18 Jun 2026

location

Cagliari Cagliari, Italy


Be part of one of Europe’s most vibrant cybersecurity events — OWASP Italy Day 2026, taking place on June 17–18 in Cagliari, Sardinia.

With over 300 qualified participants expected from across Europe and speakers from around the world, representing the OWASP community, industry, and academia, the event stands out as one of the largest and most influential OWASP gatherings in Europe, right after OWASP Europe AppSec.


The OWASP Italy Day conference will be held on June 18, from the afternoon through the evening, in a stunning seaside setting — the perfect environment to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and inspire the community.

We are looking for engaging, technically rich, and thought-provoking talks that explore the evolving landscape of application and software security, from research and innovation to real-world case studies, emerging threats, and practical solutions.


OWASP Italy Day 2026 represents an opportunity to travel through the world of Application Security, in a historical moment where increasing emphasis is being placed on the security of software, digital infrastructures, and the protection of data and services.


During the event, we will explore the trends and dynamics shaping the Software Security landscape, gaining awareness of the technological tools, security policies, and regulatory instruments that must be put in place to ensure adequate protection of assets — both tangible and intangible — that are potential targets of attack. At the same time, we’ll also dive into the offensive side of security, with the opportunity to see hands-on demonstrations of how modern systems can be attacked, helping us better understand how to defend them.


If you are a security professional, developer, researcher, or community contributor, this is your opportunity to share your experience, inspire your peers, and help drive progress in the field of secure software development.


Join us and take the stage at OWASP Italy Day 2026 — where knowledge, innovation, and community meet by the sea.



The event is endorsed by (ISC)² Italy Chapter, and participation qualifies for CPE credits for holders of professional security certifications. It will also be a valuable opportunity to connect with the local security community and exchange experiences in a collaborative and open environment.


Program & Speakers

Keynote Speech #1 – To Be Announced

Keynote Speech #2 – To Be Announced


The full program is available on the event page.

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Call for Speakers
Call opens at 12:00 AM

10 Nov 2025

Call closes at 11:59 PM

31 Dec 2025

Call closes in Morocco Daylight Time (UTC+01:00) timezone.
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Submission Guidelines

Your submission should be a captivating PDF that includes:

  • Your full name and surname, to shine a spotlight on you.
  • Your institutional affiliations and roles, showcasing your professional landscape.
  • A brief biography, inviting the audience into your world.
  • The title of your talk, setting the stage for your ideas.
  • A concise abstract of your presentation, offering a tantalizing glimpse into your talk. 

Keep your submission succinct, with a 2-page limit, allowing your ideas to speak for themselves without the need for additional formatting frills.

Our program committee is on the lookout for the most compelling talk proposals. Stand out and let your proposal be the one that sets the conference alight with innovation and inspiration!


List of Topics

The event is intended to appeal to application security professionals, professional software developers, software quality engineers, and computer science researchers and students. The goal of the event is to stimulate interest in application and secure software engineering practices and new initiatives within organizations.

Special topics of interest include the following:

  • AppSec
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Security for mobile, cloud and serverless applications
  • Blockchain and Internet of Things for security-related uses
  • Penetration testing and application-level attacks
  • Threat modeling, application and systems architecture
  • DevSecOps
  • Planning and implementation of an application security program
  • Creation of a team and culture dedicated to application security (AppSec)  

English will be the official language of the event. All the accepted talks shall be delivered in English.

Program Committee

Contact
All questions about submissions should be emailed to
• Matteo MEUCCI - matteo.meucci@owasp.org
• Davide ARIU - davide.ariu@owasp.org

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