Dates

    20–21 Oct 2026

    City / country

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Venue

    Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The AI & Cyber Security Expo 2026 will be held at the ITU SDKM in Istanbul, Turkey, on 20-21 October 2026. This event aims to bring together industry leaders, technology providers, and decision-makers to discuss advancements in AI and cybersecurity.

    Participants will have opportunities to engage in workshops, panels, and networking sessions, making it a key platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration in the tech ecosystem. AI & Cyber Security Expo takes place in Istanbul, Turkey.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates and Venue: October 2026 at the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center, Istanbul, Turkey - confirm the exact show days on aicyberexpo.com before booking travel.
    2. 2Focus: A dedicated AI plus cybersecurity programme covering secure AI deployment, AI-assisted threat detection, cloud and data protection, and public-sector cyber resilience.
    3. 3Who Attends: CISOs, SOC and threat-intelligence teams, AI and data engineering leads, government cyber units, financial-services risk staff, and university researchers (the organiser lists free entry for ITU students).
    4. 4Access and Tickets: Ticketed event with student, standard professional and last-minute tiers priced in TRY, plus a USD international participant rate captured during research - verify live prices and registration status with the organiser.
    5. 5Sector Context: Sits at the intersection of machine learning and cyber defence, so exhibition content spans AI platforms and models as well as the security controls, identity and compliance tooling needed to run them.

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain insights into the latest AI and cybersecurity trends, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions. Dates and Venue: AI & Cyber Security Expo 2026 takes place on 20-21 October 2026 at ITU SDKM, Istanbul. Buyer Authority: Attendees include C-level executives, IT managers, and decision-makers from various sectors.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will showcase their latest products and solutions to a targeted audience, enhancing brand visibility and generating leads. Organiser: The event is hosted by a coalition of leading technology organizations. Buyer Authority: Attendees include C-level executives, IT managers, and decision-makers from various sectors.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    CISOs, CIOs and security directors evaluating AI-enabled defence stacks
    SOC analysts, threat hunters and incident-response leads
    AI/ML engineers and data scientists responsible for model security and governance
    Cloud, platform and DevSecOps teams securing AI workloads
    Government, defence and critical-infrastructure cyber units
    Financial-services fraud, risk and compliance officers
    Telecom and managed-security-service providers
    Penetration testers and red-team consultants
    ITU faculty, researchers and students working on AI and cyber topics
    Technology investors, accelerators and startup scouts

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    AI platform and foundation-model vendors selling into enterprise and public-sector security use cases
    Cybersecurity product vendors: EDR/XDR, SIEM, SOAR, vulnerability management and threat intelligence
    Cloud security and secure infrastructure providers, including confidential-computing and key-management specialists
    Identity and access management, MFA and privileged-access vendors
    Penetration testing, red-team and incident-response service firms
    Data protection, privacy and KVKK/GDPR compliance consultancies
    Secure hardware, HSM and network appliance manufacturers
    Defence, secure communications and critical-infrastructure technology suppliers
    Managed security service providers and system integrators serving Turkey and the region
    Universities, research centres and cyber training or certification bodies
    Distributors and resellers covering the Turkish and wider regional market
    Startups and scale-ups seeking investors, pilot customers and channel partners

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    AI and machine-learning platforms, copilots and model-serving infrastructure
    AI security and model governance tooling: adversarial testing, model monitoring, guardrails
    SOC technology: SIEM, SOAR, XDR, case management and threat-hunting tools
    Threat intelligence feeds, adversary simulation and red-team services
    Endpoint, network and email security products
    Cloud security posture management and workload protection
    Identity, access management, MFA and privileged access solutions
    Data security: encryption, key management, tokenisation, data loss prevention
    Privacy, compliance and audit software aligned to KVKK and GDPR
    Critical-infrastructure and industrial control system cyber defence
    Secure communications, hardware security modules and network appliances
    Cyber skills training, certification programmes and university research outputs
    Consulting, incident response, forensic and managed detection and response services

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    ITU Ayazağa Campus, Maslak, Istanbul, Turkey

    Facilities

    Parking

    Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Food options

    On-site catering

    On-site dining

    Parking: Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center in Istanbul typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    • General admission

      Student ticket (free for ITU students)

      TRY 1,500.00
    • General admission

      Standard professional ticket

      TRY 6,000.00
    • General admission

      Last-minute ticket

      TRY 7,500.00
    • General admission

      International participant ticket

      $150.00
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    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Istanbul, Turkey

    Why it matters

    For security integrators, consultants, and end-users, AI & Cyber Security Expo on 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-21 at Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center is the key Italian window to compare video, access, intrusion, fire, and cyber-physical platforms before year-end budgets close — co-located buyers use it to shortlist vendors for 2028 rollouts.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    AI video analytics at the edge

    What ai video analytics at the edge means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    02

    Cyber-physical convergence

    What cyber-physical convergence means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    03

    Cloud-managed access and identity

    What cloud-managed access and identity means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    04

    Regulatory and compliance pressure

    What regulatory and compliance pressure means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    05

    Critical infrastructure hardening

    What critical infrastructure hardening means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · TRY

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    IST

    Istanbul Airport

    Istanbul Airport (IST) is the largest commercial gateway serving Istanbul and the usual arrival point for international exhibitors. The M11 metro links the airport with the city rail network, and licensed taxis or app-based rides cover the onward trip to the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center; budget extra time during morning and evening peaks on the Istanbul road network

    to venue

    Approx. 45-60 min by road in normal traffic

    by car

    SAW

    Sabiha Gökçen

    Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side of Istanbul is the second gateway, often used by low-cost and regional carriers. The M4 metro serves the airport and connects toward the city, with taxi and shuttle options for the final leg to the exhibition centre. Cross-city road transfers can take considerably longer than the nominal 45-60 minutes at peak times

    to venue

    Approx. 45-60 min by road in normal traffic

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Royal Inci Hotel

    3-star
    Istanbul

    Budget 3-star surfaced in Google Hotels searches near the venue; amenities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, breakfast, parking, room service and an airport shuttle. USD band is an approximate conversion of the sampled rate (capture showed a discount flag) - confirm live TRY pricing before booking.

    La Vie Suits - Avcılar Otel

    3-star
    Avcılar, Istanbul

    Suite-style 3-star in the Avcılar district from the same venue-area search set; free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, hot tub, restaurant and airport shuttle. Rate appeared with a discount flag in capture - treat the USD band as approximate and recheck in TRY.

    Mall Of Palace Hotel

    4-star
    Istanbul

    Higher-rated 4-star (guest score around 4.3 in capture) with free Wi-Fi, free parking, breakfast, kitchen in some rooms and full-service laundry. Midscale USD band is an approximation of the sampled rate; confirm current TRY tariff directly.

    Casa Nova Hotel

    4-star
    Istanbul

    4-star listed at around 4.1 guest score with free Wi-Fi, free parking, hot tub, spa, breakfast, kitchen in some rooms and laundry. Sample pricing indicated a substantial discount at capture time - verify before relying on the band.

    Grand Palace Hotel

    3-star
    Istanbul

    3-star with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, breakfast, parking, bar, room service and airport shuttle, surfaced in the same venue-area Google Hotels result set. Approximate USD band only - check live rates and cancellation terms.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. TRY 600-1,200 by metered taxi or app ride; confirm the live meter and tariff before departure
    Best forIstanbul Airport (IST) to Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    Metered yellow taxis and ride-hailing apps both serve the airport-to-venue trip. Journey time is roughly 45-60 minutes outside peak hours and longer in Istanbul rush-hour traffic; agree the route or use an app-based fare estimate.

    taxi

    Estimated costApprox. TRY 600-1,200 by metered taxi or app ride; cross-city trips can price higher depending on route and traffic
    Best forSabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    SAW sits on the Asian side, so a cross-city transfer can take noticeably longer than the nominal 45-60 minutes. The M4 metro covers the airport side of the trip, with a taxi or bus for the final leg.

    metro

    Estimated costApprox. TRY 25-45 per ride with an Istanbulkart; fares change, confirm at station machines
    Best forIstanbul Airport (IST) to Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    The M11 line connects Istanbul Airport with the metro network, and Istanbulkart is the standard stored-value card for metro, tram, bus and ferry. Buy or top up at station machines with cash or card.

    metro

    Estimated costApprox. TRY 25-45 per ride with an Istanbulkart; confirm current fares on arrival
    Best forSabiha Gökçen (SAW) to Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    The M4 metro serves Sabiha Gökçen Airport and links to the broader Istanbul metro network, useful when the venue leg can be completed by taxi or bus from a nearby interchange.

    airport shuttle

    Estimated costOften included in hotel rates or charged per seat; confirm with your hotel
    Best forHotel or venue shuttle services in the Istanbul precinct

    Several venue-area hotels advertise airport shuttle service, including Royal Inci Hotel and La Vie Suits - Avcılar Otel. Book shuttle seats in advance during the show week.

    Weather

    October in Istanbul is mild and increasingly wet: daytime highs typically around 18-20 C with night lows near 12-14 C, and roughly 8-10 rainy days across the month. These are climatological bands, not a forecast - check a reliable weather service in the week before travel and allow for cooler, breezier conditions near the Bosphorus and on the exhibition floor.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Mobile coverage in Istanbul is strong across Turkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom networks, and 4G/5G data is widely available. Visitors using a Turkish SIM should expect passport registration requirements at the point of sale; alternatively check roaming costs or an eSIM data plan before departure. Venue Wi-Fi is normally offered to registered attendees - confirm the network name and password with the organiser or at the badge desk. Turkish sockets are Type F, 230 V, so bring an adapter for laptops and phones.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Business etiquette

    Turkish business meetings often open with brief small talk and handshakes; exchanging business cards is normal. Punctuality is expected for scheduled exhibition meetings, though traffic can make arrivals unpredictable, so leave buffer time between appointments.

    Dress and venues

    Smart-casual business dress works for the exhibition halls. If you plan to visit a mosque in your free time, modest clothing and a head covering for women are required, and visits are best avoided around prayer times, especially Friday midday.

    Payments and tipping

    Cards are widely accepted in Istanbul hotels, restaurants and taxis, but keep some Turkish lira for small purchases, transit top-ups and tips. A tip of around 5-10 percent is customary in restaurants and for good service.

    Language and local time

    Turkish is the everyday language, with English widely used in the technology and hospitality sectors. Istanbul observes Turkey Time (TRT); confirm your phone updates automatically, and remember that Turkish driving and walking etiquette can feel fast-paced around busy venues.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: IST

    Book into Istanbul Airport (IST) when you want the widest long-haul choice and the shortest single transfer; compare Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) if low-cost or regional fares are materially cheaper, but factor in the longer cross-city transfer. Sample Google Flights economy round-trips for the October 2026 show window were approximately USD 700-950 from Dubai (DXB), USD 600-900 from London (LHR), USD 1,100-1,500 from New York (JFK), USD 1,900-3,600 from Tokyo (NRT) and USD 1,600-2,500 from Sydney (SYD), mostly one-stop via Gulf, Frankfurt or Amsterdam hubs. Those figures are approximate conversions captured during research - recheck fares, baggage rules and visa-linked transit requirements before booking, and aim to arrive the day before the show opens.

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Istanbul Airport (IST): Approx. 45-60 min by road in normal traffic; Sabiha Gökçen (SAW): Approx. 45-60 min by road in normal traffic. Allow road or rail time to Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center: Istanbul: Royal Inci Hotel; Avcılar, Istanbul: La Vie Suits - Avcılar Otel; Istanbul: Mall Of Palace Hotel.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing is well established in Istanbul, with app-based options operating alongside metered yellow taxis; some apps dispatch licensed taxis rather than private cars. Fares are typically metered or quoted in app in Turkish lira. For airport pickups, use the designated ride-hailing or taxi ranks rather than accepting unsolicited offers in the terminal. During the show week, expect surge-style pricing and longer waits near the venue at closing time, so book a ride before the halls empty or agree a fixed pick-up point with your driver.

    Public transit: Istanbul's metro, tram, bus and ferry network reaches most business districts, and the Istanbulkart stored-value card is the standard way to pay across modes. The M11 metro connects Istanbul Airport to the rail network, while the M4 serves Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side; from a nearby interchange, a short taxi or bus ride completes the trip to the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center. Single rides cost approximately TRY 25-45 depending on mode - fares change, so top up at station machines and confirm the current tariff. Allow extra time at peak hours and carry your card rather than relying on single-use tickets.

    Parking: On-site parking is typically available at the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center for visitors arriving by car, with capacity tightening on the busiest show days. Confirm current daily rates, entry gates and any exhibitor-specific loading arrangements with the organiser or venue before travelling. If you are driving from a hotel, allow buffer time for Istanbul traffic and check whether your hotel offers parking, as several venue-area properties advertise free on-site parking.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2026 (Istanbul)

    Temperature: Approx. 12-20 C across the day (night lows around 12-14 C, daytime highs around 18-20 C). These are climatological ranges rather than a forecast - confirm the actual outlook in the days before departure.

    Seasonality: October marks the start of Istanbul's wetter season, with roughly 8-10 rainy days typically recorded across the month and a noticeable drop from summer heat. Rain tends to arrive in short showers rather than all-day downpours, but evenings can feel cool and breezy near the water.

    Packing: Pack layers rather than heavy winter clothing: light knitwear or a jacket for cool mornings and evenings, breathable shirts for warm afternoons, and a compact umbrella or water-resistant outer layer for October showers. Comfortable walking shoes matter for long days on exhibition floors, and bring a Type F plug adapter for Turkish 230 V sockets, plus a power bank and any prescription medication in original packaging.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at AI & Cyber Security Expo usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    T-1

    Day 14 - Confirm your registration category and badge details for AI Cyber Expo, and check whether your ticket tier requires a student, academic or professional credential to be uploaded.

    T-2

    Day 14 - Book flights into Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) and lock in a hotel in the venue precinct; venue-area searches surfaced 3-star options such as Royal Inci Hotel and 4-star options such as Mall Of Palace Hotel.

    T-3

    Day 13 - Verify Turkish entry requirements for your passport through the official e-Visa portal and print or save the approval document.

    T-4

    Day 12 - Download the organiser schedule and exhibitor list, then mark the AI security, SOC and cloud-governance sessions you cannot miss.

    T-5

    Day 11 - Set up 6-8 target meetings with exhibitors by email or LinkedIn before the floor gets busy, naming the specific product line you want to see.

    T-6

    Day 10 - Arrange travel insurance and check whether your company requires pre-approval for foreign technology procurement discussions.

    T-7

    Day 9 - Plan your Istanbulkart or contactless payment approach for metro and tram rides, and note approximate taxi fares of TRY 600-1,200 from either airport.

    T-8

    Day 8 - Prepare a one-page buying brief: current stack, integration constraints, KVKK/compliance questions and budget cycle timing.

    T-9

    Day 7 - Check the October Istanbul forecast and pack layers plus a compact umbrella; daytime highs sit near 18-20 C with rain likely.

    T-10

    Day 6 - Confirm roaming or an eSIM for Turkey and test your laptop's VPN before travelling; venue Wi-Fi details are usually published with the visitor guide.

    T-11

    Day 5 - Print or store digital copies of your passport, badge confirmation and hotel booking, and share your itinerary with your office.

    T-12

    Day 4 - Review the exhibitor floorplan and sequence your hall walk so you cover security vendors and AI platform vendors in separate passes.

    T-13

    Day 3 - Charge power banks and bring a Type F adapter (230 V) for Turkish sockets.

    T-14

    Day 2 - Recheck the organiser site for any schedule or hall change and confirm your arrival transfer option from IST or SAW.

    T-15

    Day 1 - Arrive early on the first show day for badge collection and security screening, then walk the floor once to orient before meetings begin.

    T-16

    During the show - Capture booth contacts, demo screenshots and follow-up dates the same day, and attend at least one session outside your core discipline to catch cross-over AI risk topics.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    AI & Cyber Security Expo registration concourse

    Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nightsTRY 190.00
    • Per diem × 2TRY 150.00
    Estimated totalTRY 340.00

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    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    TRY 1500 / per person

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

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    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.

    Best for

    Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.

    Min. budget

    $400.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.

    Risks

    Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.

    Best for

    Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.

    Min. budget

    $2,500.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.

    Risks

    Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.

    skip

    Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.

    Best for

    Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is AI Cyber Expo and who runs it?
    AI Cyber Expo is an Istanbul-based exhibition and conference focused on the overlap of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The organiser's site is aicyberexpo.com - check it for the current programme, exhibitor list and registration terms before you plan travel.
    Where and when does AI Cyber Expo take place?
    The event is held at the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center in Istanbul, Turkey, with the edition covered here scheduled for October 2026. Confirm the exact opening days and hall hours on the organiser schedule page, since those are the dates you should book flights and hotels around.
    How much does it cost to attend AI Cyber Expo?
    Research captured several ticket tiers priced in Turkish lira: a student rate, a standard professional rate and a higher last-minute rate, plus a USD rate for international participants, with free entry noted for ITU students. Treat those figures as indicative and verify current prices and eligibility on the registration page before paying.
    Is AI Cyber Expo open to the public or is it trade-focused?
    It is built around a professional technology audience - security, AI, cloud, government and academic visitors - with a ticketed entry model rather than a free public festival. Check the registration category that matches your role; student and academic rates suggest universities are explicitly welcomed alongside industry buyers.
    What topics will be covered at AI Cyber Expo?
    Expect the programme to sit where AI meets security: securing models and AI pipelines, AI-assisted detection and response, cloud and identity controls, data protection and compliance, and public-sector cyber resilience. Sessions and tracks are published on aicyberexpo.com/schedule.
    Which Istanbul airport should I fly into for the venue?
    Istanbul Airport (IST) is the largest gateway and connects to the city by the M11 metro plus taxi and shuttle; Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side is served by the M4 metro and is often cheaper for low-cost and regional flights. Allow approximately 45-60 minutes by road between either airport and the venue district in normal traffic, and more at peak hours.
    How do I get from my hotel to the exhibition centre?
    Most visitors base themselves in Istanbul hotels and use taxis, ride-hailing apps or the metro and bus network, topping up an Istanbulkart for fares. Hotels surfaced in venue-area searches include 3-star options such as Royal Inci Hotel and La Vie Suits - Avcılar Otel and 4-star options such as Mall Of Palace Hotel and Casa Nova Hotel; confirm the venue address with your hotel for accurate routing.
    Do I need a visa for Turkey to attend AI Cyber Expo?
    Entry rules depend on your nationality. Turkey operates an online e-Visa system for many eligible travellers and visa-free short stays for some passports, so check the official Turkish e-Visa portal for your country well before departure and carry a printed or digital copy of any approval alongside your event registration.
    What should I pack for Istanbul in October?
    October is mild but turning wet: plan for daytime highs around 18-20 C, cooler evenings near 12-14 C and a real chance of rain, so bring layered clothing, a compact umbrella and comfortable shoes for walking exhibition halls. A Type F adapter (230 V) is useful for laptops and phones.
    Is there parking at the venue and can I use ride-hailing?
    On-site parking is typically available at the Dr. Mimar Kadir Topbaş Culture and Exhibition Center - confirm current daily rates and hall access with the organiser or venue. Ride-hailing apps and metered yellow taxis operate across Istanbul; agree the fare basis or use the app meter to avoid surprises.

    Glossary

    1
    Adversarial machine learning
    Attacks that manipulate an AI model's inputs or training data so it misclassifies, leaks or behaves unexpectedly in production. A recurring theme for anyone deploying models in security operations.
    2
    Prompt injection
    An attack where hostile text in a prompt or retrieved document overrides an AI assistant's instructions, a core risk when LLM copilots are wired into SOC or back-office workflows.
    3
    Zero trust architecture
    A security model that treats every user, device and service as untrusted until authenticated and authorised per request - the reference design for most AI-era network and identity projects.
    4
    SOC (Security Operations Centre)
    The team and tooling that monitors, triages and responds to security events around the clock, increasingly with AI triage layered over traditional SIEM alerting.
    5
    SIEM and SOAR
    SIEM aggregates and correlates log data for detection; SOAR automates response playbooks. Both are now marketed with AI-assisted detection and case summarisation.
    6
    XDR (Extended Detection and Response)
    Vendor platforms that unify endpoint, network, identity and cloud telemetry into one detection and response console.
    7
    Red teaming
    Authorised adversarial testing of systems, people and now AI models, used to surface exploitable weaknesses before attackers find them.
    8
    Model poisoning
    Tampering with training data or weights so a model produces attacker-chosen outputs - a supply-chain risk for organisations that fine-tune third-party models.
    9
    IAM and MFA
    Identity and access management defines who can reach which system; multi-factor authentication adds a second proof of identity. Both are baseline controls for AI platform access.
    10
    Post-quantum cryptography
    New encryption standards designed to resist future quantum computers, relevant to long-life data and critical infrastructure planning.
    11
    MITRE ATT&CK
    A public knowledge base of adversary tactics, techniques and procedures used to map detections and compare threat coverage between vendors.
    12
    KVKK
    Turkey's personal data protection law (Kişisel Verilerin Korunması Kanunu), the compliance frame exhibitors and visitors should assume for data handled at or after the event.
    13
    Threat intelligence
    Curated, contextual information about adversaries and campaigns that feeds detection rules, hunting hypotheses and risk briefings.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • AI Expo Istanbul 2026
    • Cyber Security Expo Turkey
    • Technology Events in Istanbul
    • AI and Cyber Security Conference
    • AI & Cyber Security Expo
    • AI & Cyber Security Expo 2026
    • AI & Cyber Security Expo Istanbul
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Artificial Intelligence Istanbul
    • Cyber Security

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