#cyphercon

[lifetotravel]

CypherCon is a top hacker conference focused on cybersecurity, privacy, and technology. Held in Milwaukee, it gathers ethical hackers, researchers, and tech enthusiasts for talks, workshops, and hands-on experiences. It’s the perfect place to explore hacking, cryptography, and digital security while networking with industry experts.

[itmeets-blog]

CypherCon CypherCon CypherCon 2.0 is our second year as a Wisconsin hacker conference established to form a distinct centralized symposium for the Wisconsin technological community.  

[pauljacobevans]

The Cubic Cyphercon Badge

Last week in Milwaukee was Cyphercon, Wisconsin’s premier hacker conference. You can’t do a hacker con without either an electronic conference badge or a 45 hanging off a lanyard, and the Cyphercon 2017 badge doesn’t disappoint. It’s an electronic cube, lovingly designed by the folks at tymkrs. It’s also a puzzle box with security holes and wireless communications. It’s a mesh network of badges, and one of the best conference badges we’ve ever seen. The most obvious feature of the Cyphercon 2.0 badge is the extra dimension. From the outset, the design of this badge was a 3-dimensional cube, constructed …read more http://pje.fyi/NsqFK0

[steinbring]

I haven't been here since the 3rd Street Market Hall opened, so I am grabbing a burger on my way down to CypherCon https://bit.ly/3Lu1bDh

[moneyhealthfinance-blog]

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

It would have been reasonable for those attending Josh Bressers’ session at last month’s CypherCon — myself included — to expect a presentation by a cryptocurrency expert. It was billed as a talk about plumbing the depths of the bitcoin blockchain. When Bressers admitted that his material grew out of a hobby, I was surprised. Still, the talk was far from disappointing.

Instead, “Spelunking the…

[nationalcybersecurity-blog1]

CypherCon 3.0

General Cybersecurity Conference  April 12 – 13, 2018 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Cybersecurity Conference Description

Welcome to CypherCon 3.0. Wisconsin’s Hacker Conference! Our conference provides hackers with an outlet to openly demonstrate and experience creativity and ingenuity through hands-on enlightening activities and thought provoking presentations and technical projects.…

[lifetotravel]

CypherCon is Wisconsin's top technology and cybersecurity conference, happening on April 3-4, 2025, at the Baird Center in Milwaukee. This two-day event features 100+ presentations across five tracks, covering AI, risk, cybersecurity, and executive leadership. With hands-on villages, challenges, and networking opportunities, it fosters a casual yet engaging learning environment. Over 2,000 attendees, including security professionals and tech enthusiasts, are expected to join. Whether you're into ethical hacking, AI advancements, or cybersecurity trends, CypherCon Hacker Conference 2025 is the must-attend event for staying ahead in the digital world.

[ms-nettle]

So there's a con coming up on Saturday (the 15th) in Staten Island called CypherCon! It's their first year so I'm pretty excited. I'll be going as purple dress!Roxy from homestuck. If you're in the Staten Island area, I'd definitely recommend checking it out!!

[mikalkhill]

Int80 and I had a blast at NolaCon. Hoping to have a travel vlog up next week, but in the meantime you can check out the vlog from CypherCon here!

[tymkrs]

A little less than a year...

...since I stopped updating this religiously, and in that time, we have done quite a few projects!  So here is the quasi semi annual update, with hopefully ambitious plans to start blogging again!

Project 1: The time machine!

Probably one of the most significant projects we tackled was changing our house’s phone lines to an internal paging system.  This required tracking down all of the different pairs of wires involved in the phone system and seeing how they connected to each other.  The following are some of the instructables that came out of that.

http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Guide-to-Building-a-Private-Telepho/ 

http://www.instructables.com/id/Retrofit-a-PBX-to-Existing-Phone-Lines/

The reason we wanted to do this, besides being able to call each other from any floor of the house, was to work on our “Time Machine” - a system that could get onto the internet but using mostly old school technology. 

As seen here: http://www.instructables.com/id/Telecom-Time-Machine/ and it involved the following pieces:

Antique Telephone (G type handset)

300 Baud Acoustic Coupler Modem

DTMF Tone Generator

Private Branch Exchange

Green Phosphor Cathode Ray Tube Monitor

Model M (buckling-spring, clicky) Keyboard

AT to PS2 Keyboard Adapter

PS2 to USB Keyboard Converter

External USB Fax Modem

Raspberry Pi Dial Up Server

Raspberry Pi Dumb Terminal

Seamstress Computer Desk

Project 2: House renovations!

After taking apart the phone system, we wanted to update the upper floor of our house with bamboo floors instead of the old carpet and linoleum.  Here is the during:

And here is the after (but still before cleaning things up):

Things have since been cleaned up quite a bit, which leads us to our next project of the year!  

Project 3: Cyphercon 2016 Badges

@Goetzman brought us onto the Cyphercon team to make their badges and it was a pretty fun experience, and definitely one where we learned a lot more about the manufacturing process:

275 of them were hand soldered!  It was pretty much nonstop solder pasting for me.  Each board was then individually reflowed and tested.  And finally switches were soldered on.  When I get more close up pictures, I’ll be sure to show you all.

The green ones are those who paid for the Friday portion of the conference.  The white ones are the normal con goers.  The blue was the speakers, black were the vip, and the red were the life-timers.  There’s more information on them on http://hackthebadge.com/

And if you’d like to continue checking our projects, I created a reddit that I treat like our forums.  Our previous forums decided to get too much bot traffic and that didn’t make our server provider happy :p Woops.

https://www.reddit.com/r/tymkrs

If you would like to join and see what all is going on!

[moneyhealthfinance-blog]

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

It would have been reasonable for those attending Josh Bressers’ session at last month’s CypherCon — myself included — to expect a presentation by a cryptocurrency expert. It was billed as a talk about plumbing the depths of the bitcoin blockchain. When Bressers admitted that his material grew out of a hobby, I was surprised. Still, the talk was far from disappointing.

Instead, “Spelunking the…

[nycartscypher]

Comics! Artists! Cosplay Contest! Trivia! Prizes! And  More!

The second Cypher-Con is this Saturday, May 9th at 12PM! 10$ Admission. Location: 12 Broad Street, Staten Island, NY 10304! Hope to see you there! 

[lifetotravel]

CypherCon 2025: What's New This Year?

You're probably wondering what's in store for you at CypherCon 2025. Let's just say this year's event is shaping up to be a game-changer. The Hacker Conference tracks have been revamped to cater to your specific interests and skill levels, and the workshop lineup is packed with hands-on sessions led by industry experts. But that's not all - the keynote speakers are set to share some fascinating insights on AI-powered hacking tools and threat intelligence. And that's just the beginning. You'll want to stick around to learn more about the exciting changes coming to the exhibition floor and the enhanced networking opportunities that'll help you make meaningful connections.

Revamped Conference Tracks Unveiled

Three years of attendee feedback and industry trends analysis have culminated in a major overhaul of CypherCon's conference tracks.

You'll notice significant changes in the way topics are organized and presented. The revamped tracks are designed to provide you with a more streamlined and relevant learning experience.

This year, you'll have access to four distinct tracks: Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Advanced Threats and Defenses, Cyber Governance and Compliance, and Emerging Tech and Trends.

Each track is carefully curated to cater to your specific interests and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll find sessions that align with your goals and objectives.

Innovative Workshop Lineup Announced

CypherCON 2025 takes it to the next level with an innovative workshop lineup designed to challenge your skills and spark creativity.

You'll have the opportunity to dive into hands-on sessions led by industry experts, tackling topics like AI-powered threat hunting, cloud security, and penetration testing.

From beginners to seasoned pros, the workshops cater to your level of expertise. You'll get to experiment with cutting-edge tools, techniques, and methodologies that'll take your skills to the next level.

With a focus on real-world applications, you'll leave with actionable knowledge and a fresh perspective on the latest cybersecurity trends.

Keynote Speakers Take Center Stage

Industry giants and visionaries are set to take the stage at CypherCon 2025, ready to share their insights and expertise with you.

This year's keynote speakers are a who's who of cybersecurity thought leaders, each with a unique perspective on the industry's most pressing issues.

You'll hear from Dr. Rachel Tobac, a world-renowned hacker and security expert, as she shares her latest research on AI-powered hacking tools.

Next, cybersecurity consultant and author, Chris Roberts, will dive into the world of threat intelligence, offering practical advice on how to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.

With more speakers to be announced, you won't want to miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the business.

Exciting Exhibition Floor Additions

This year's exhibition floor is shaping up to be the most impressive yet, with a slew of innovative vendors and cutting-edge solutions on display.

You'll get to explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity, AI, and machine learning from industry leaders and startups alike.

Be sure to check out the new "Startup Alley" section, featuring fresh faces and innovative ideas that are shaking up the industry.

Additionally, you'll have the chance to get hands-on with the latest tools and technologies at interactive demo stations, giving you a firsthand look at what's new and what's next.

With so much to see and experience, you won't want to miss out on the excitement on the exhibition floor!

Enhanced Networking Opportunities

You'll have more chances than ever to connect with fellow cybersecurity enthusiasts, thought leaders, and potential collaborators at CypherCon 2025.

This year, we've expanded our networking opportunities to ensure you make meaningful connections that can take your career to the next level.

Take part in our revamped mentorship program, where you'll be paired with industry experts who can offer valuable guidance and insights.

We've also added more interactive sessions, workshops, and roundtable discussions to facilitate collaboration and idea-sharing.

Plus, our enhanced attendee directory and matchmaking tool will help you identify and connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests and goals.

[moneyhealthfinance-blog]

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

It would have been reasonable for those attending Josh Bressers’ session at last month’s CypherCon — myself included — to expect a presentation by a cryptocurrency expert. It was billed as a talk about plumbing the depths of the bitcoin blockchain. When Bressers admitted that his material grew out of a hobby, I was surprised. Still, the talk was far from disappointing.

Instead, “Spelunking the…

[moneyhealthfinance-blog]

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

Digging for Bitcoin Is a Labor of Love

It would have been reasonable for those attending Josh Bressers’ session at last month’s CypherCon — myself included — to expect a presentation by a cryptocurrency expert. It was billed as a talk about plumbing the depths of the bitcoin blockchain. When Bressers admitted that his material grew out of a hobby, I was surprised. Still, the talk was far from disappointing.

Instead, “Spelunking the…