Faqs
What is PIVOTcon?
PIVOTcon is an invite-only event (with a maximum of 155 vetted attendees) focusing on threat research and technical analysis tradecraft. Contrary to the classic model of presentation tracks, this conference is designed to encourage interaction and sharing between speakers and the audience through:
– One-track only speaking slots
– Discussion panels on observed trends and research methodologies
– Debates on difficult and controversial industry topics
– Research workshops
When/Where is PIVOTcon?
PIVOTcon will be held in Malaga, Spain from Wednesday 7th May until Friday 9th May. We will start on Wednesday evening with a Fireside chat, and the main conference will run on the 8th and 9th.
How to get an invite to attend PIVOTcon?
Please complete the Google form here
Anyone can request an invitation using the official form. Our team will verify each request and then send the final registration link to purchase the ticket. Verification may take some time in some cases, so please be patient.
Fill in as many details as possible in the Google Form that will help us with vetting, especially the “Referred by” field.
Why do I need an invite instead of simply buying a ticket?
Our goal is to organise a trusted in-person event where threat analysts can share their research, ideas, and uncertainties in a safe environment. Concept is based on intelligence sharing trust groups.
How to apply to present at PIVOTcon?
All submissions should be sent { URL for CfP will be added here }
How long are the talks?
The talks are 25 minutes of presentation and 5 minutes for Questions & Answers.
Are speakers costs covered?
Yes, PIVOTcon covers full hotel accommodation, conference fee. Travel costs are covered up to:
- 1500 USD for travels outside Europe
- 500 EUR for travels inside Europe
- 150 EUR for travels inside Spain
Are second speaker costs covered?
If you are the second speaker, we will cover only the event ticket without the accommodation and travel.
What topics are in scope of PIVOTcon?
PIVOTcon focuses on threat research and will include topics on threat intelligence, threat actors tracking, influence operations in cyberspace, financially motivated cybercrime, private sector spycraft industry, state-affiliated operations but also vulnerability research with the clear link to threat actors.
All submissions will be carefully considered by the members of the PIVOTcon Programme Committee, who are distinguished experts representing multiple research areas.
Can I sponsor PIVOTcon?
If you are interested in sponsoring PIVOTcon, please send us an email at [email protected]
Will the talks be streamed or recorded?
No, talks will not be streamed, nor recorded. We believe that researchers are more keen to share when the results of threat research are not public. PIVOTcon should be a safe place to talk about threat operations and analysis.
How many tracks for speakers will be organised during PIVOTcon?
The conference is single track only.
