Every day, billions of secure online interactions take place without most people ever thinking about the technology that makes them possible. From online banking and healthcare systems to cloud services and government platforms, trusted digital communications rely on cryptographic infrastructure working quietly behind the scenes.
A technology helping to protect those connections is the OpenSSL Library, one of the world’s most widely deployed open source cryptographic libraries.
This October, the global OpenSSL community will come together in Prague for the OpenSSL Conference 2026, taking place from 13 to 15 October. The conference will bring together developers, researchers, policymakers, legal experts, businesses and members of the open source community to explore the technologies, challenges and collaborations shaping the future of secure communications.
As organisations prepare for a rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape, the conference will examine topics including post-quantum cryptography, software supply chain security, digital trust, regulatory developments and the long-term sustainability of critical open source infrastructure. The programme is designed to encourage discussion between technical experts and decision-makers, recognising that securing the internet requires collaboration across industry, government and academia.
Tim Hudson, President of OpenSSL Corporation, said: “The technologies that secure the internet are largely invisible, yet they support billions of online interactions every day. OpenSSL Conference is an opportunity to bring together the people who develop, maintain and depend on this critical infrastructure. By sharing knowledge and experiences, we can strengthen the collaboration that has always been central to improving internet security.”
The conference will feature high-profile keynote presentations, technical sessions, panel discussions and networking opportunities, providing attendees with insights into the latest developments in cryptography and open source security. Sessions will explore how organisations can prepare for emerging threats while ensuring trusted cryptography continues to support the digital services that people and businesses rely on every day.
OpenSSL Conference has become a key event for the global cybersecurity and open source communities, creating a forum where contributors, users and industry leaders can exchange ideas, share expertise and help shape the future direction of secure communications.
For the full list of speakers, visit https://openssl2026.sched.com/directory/speakers
To register for the OpenSSL Conference 2026, visit https://openssl-conference.org/register
