# Black Hat MEA 2026

- Dates: 1 December 2026 to 3 December 2026
- Location: Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center, Malham, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Organiser: Informa PLC
- Industry: Cybersecurity
- Expected attendance: 40,000

## About

Black Hat Middle East and Africa (MEA) stands as a premier cybersecurity conference and exhibition held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The event attracts security professionals and industry leaders from across the globe, offering a dynamic platform to explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity. By fostering an environment dedicated to education, intelligence sharing, and professional networking, Black Hat MEA plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital security across diverse industries.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://blackhatmea.com/)
- [Registration](https://blackhatmea.com/tickets-2026)
- [Agenda](https://blackhatmea.com/speakers-2025)

## Topics

- Comprehensive Exploration of Cybersecurity Trends
- Opportunities for Networking and Collaboration
- Key Topics and Industry Impact

## Sponsors and partners

- Tahaluf
- SAFCSP
- Tuwaiq academy

## Where to stay

- **توبال للشقق الفندقيه**: 230 m from the venue
- **White Palace Hotel**: 310 m from the venue
- **Grand Plaza Hotel**: 470 m from the venue, 8235 الملك عبدالعزيز, 3914
  - [Hotel website](https://www.booking.com/hotel/sa/grand-plaza-gulf.html)
- **Abha Palace**: 500 m from the venue
- **Crowne Plaza - Minhal**: 500 m from the venue, 4 stars
- **House Cris**: 880 m from the venue
- **Riyadh Marriott**: 960 m from the venue, 5 stars, Al Ma'ather Street, Riyadh
  - Phone: +966 1 4779300
- **Malaz restaurant**: 1.2 km from the venue

## What people are saying

Official hashtag: #bhmea26

- [Black Hat MEA 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T24RgcmWXN8)
  - We're back.1-3 December 2026Mark your calendar and get ready for Cybersecurity's Global Stage in 2026.#BlackHatMEA #BHMEA26
- [Black Hat | Infosec on the Edge | 1 - 3 December 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDj06gIED-s)
- [Black Hat MEA 2026 Set for Riyadh, 1 to 3 December](https://executive-moves.com/country/saudi-arabia/black-hat-mea-2026-set-for-riyadh-1-to-3-december/)
  - Black Hat MEA 2026 will run from 1 to 3 December 2026 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center in Malham, returning one of the world's largest cybersecurity gatherings to the Saudi capital.
  - By executive-moves.com
- [Black Hat MEA 2026 brings largest cybersecurity challenge to Riyadh](https://www.gccbusinessnews.com/black-hat-mea-2026-riyadh-cyber-challenge/)
  - Riyadh will host the world's largest cybersecurity challenge during Black Hat Middle East and Africa (MEA) 2026, with the Capture The Flag (CTF) competition set to take place from 1 to 3 December.
  - By gccbusinessnews.com

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Source: https://www.luminik.io/events/black-hat-mea/