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CrowdStrike Opens Call for Papers for Inaugural Day Zero 2026 Threat Research Summit
CrowdStrike is accepting submissions for its first Day Zero Threat Research Summit, set for August 30–September 1, 2026, in Las Vegas during Fal.Con 2026. The invitation-only event targets threat hunters and researchers to share original technical work on AI-enabled attacks, reverse engineering, and adversary tradecraft.
Selected presentations will advance global cyber defense by sharing novel insights early.
US Banks Heighten Alerts for Cyberattacks Amid Escalating US-Iran War
US financial institutions are intensifying monitoring for cyberattacks as tensions rise following an airstrike on Iranian Leader Ali Khamenei, potentially triggering Iran-linked hacktivist DDoS assaults. Industry leaders emphasize operational resilience amid geopolitical unrest, with FS-ISAC sharing intelligence to protect markets.
Credit agencies warn of amplified cyber risks to Western financial systems from Iran.
Global Coalition Releases Security and Resilience Principles for 6G Networks
A global coalition has published principles for securing 6G, which as of March 2026 remains in research and pre-standardization with AI-native designs. The guidelines aim to ensure resilience as initial commercial deployments approach.
Key industry groups are pushing these standards to address emerging threats in next-gen connectivity.
CrowdStrike Emphasizes AI as Accelerant in Modern Adversary Attacks at Day Zero Summit
Day Zero Summit focuses on AI-enabled tradecraft, model abuse, and cross-domain intrusions to help defenders detect and disrupt threats faster. CrowdStrike's Adam Meyers highlights the need for early sharing of exploits and vulnerabilities.
Submissions are evaluated for technical depth and relevance to current adversary behaviors.
Iran-Aligned Hacktivists Poised for Low-Level Cyber Assaults on US Networks
US intelligence reports predict Iran-backed groups launching DDoS attacks on US targets amid Middle East conflict escalation. Financial sector saw increased hacktivist activity in 2025 from global conflicts like Hamas-Israel and Russia-Ukraine.
Past incidents include 2023 ransomware disrupting US Treasury settlements.
FS-ISAC Coordinates Intelligence Sharing to Safeguard Global Financial Systems
FS-ISAC is collaborating on threat intelligence amid Middle East military operations to ensure uninterrupted financial access. The group projects financial services as prime DDoS targets, urging ecosystem-wide vigilance.
Smaller incidents persist despite no major disruptions recently.
Credit Rating Agency Warns of Cyber Threat Escalation for Global Banks
Morningstar DBRS highlights cyber risks alongside oil price shocks as top concerns for banks and asset managers. Iran may target financial institutions with intensified attacks during geopolitical tensions.
Lazard notes Iran's history of cyber operations against commercial entities.
Day Zero Summit Calls for Research on Identity-Based Compromise and Detection Engineering
CrowdStrike seeks unpublished research on identity compromise, threat hunting, and vulnerability exploitation for Day Zero. The event gathers global experts to redefine intel sharing and collaboration.
Focus areas include malware analysis and campaign operations.
6G Standardization Pushes AI-Native Security Amid Research Phase
With 6G in pre-commercial stages, new principles from a global coalition target resilience against future threats. Emphasis on AI integration requires proactive security from the ground up.
Principles guide industry toward robust next-generation networks.
Allot Ltd. to Showcase Tech at Cantor Fitzgerald Conference Amid Cybersecurity Focus
Allot will participate in the Cantor Fitzgerald Global Technology Conference on March 11, 2026, in NYC. The event highlights advancements in technology sectors including cybersecurity solutions.
Participation underscores growing investor interest in cyber defenses.