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Last Seen Profiles
We don't know who needs to hear this right now, but
#defconsafemode
is free to attend. You don't have to register. It starts in one week. You should join us.
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#defcon28
has entered Safe Mode.
The
#DEFCONiscanceled
meme has crossed over into real life, courtesy of
#COVID19
. In early March we had hopes that things would be stable by August. That is no longer realistic.
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Dan Kaminsky’s
@dakami
passion, creativity, desire to learn and teach really help influence both
#defcon
and
@BlackHatEvents
in the early years. He became an icon in all the positive ways and we looke up to him. RIP Hacker.
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This was fun, right? We should do it again next year.
It’s been a crazy few years, but it’s rewarding beyond measure to see how our community has stuck together, looked out for each other and finally come home for a big anniversary. Thanks for another amazing DEF CON. ☠️ ❤️ U.
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DEF CON 31 is in the books, and the vibes were immaculate. We want to thank the DEF CON community for bringing all that good energy with you and making this such a memorable con. Good energy and stickers, and badges, and puzzles and hugs and for some reason Malört. You really are…
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It’s official. DEF CON season has arrived, and it’s time to announce the theme!
The theme for DEF CON 29 is (imagine a drum roll here) ‘You Can’t Stop the Signal’.
Full details and style guide here:
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#DEFCON
Evacuation Update, 8am Sunday Edition:
Last night we were asked to evacuate the building due to a report of a suspicious package. Local police and fire departments conducted a thorough investigation and ultimately determined that the package was safe. They also conducted…
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We had a bunch of
#defcon
branded chairs around the chill-out areas, and not all of them made it back. We understand this can happen - just want to make sure they’re having fun and found good homes. If you see one, post a pic so we don’t worry.
#defconchairadventures
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If there is a more delightful old-school stock photo of
#computingwhileawesome
, we want to see it.
Snapshot from the heroic era of mobile computing
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Wait - WinAmp is coming back? What timeline is this?
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Our deepest thanks to
#defcon
community for showing up for
#DEFCONSafeMode
. Your enthusiasm and generosity are a very bright spot in a tough year. Thanx to the Goons, staff and Villagers who run this thing for stepping up and doing us proud. Let's stay connected. DEF CON ♥️U.
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So apparently YouTube has a daily upload limit. We found this out as we publish the
#DEFCONSafeMode
presentations. Who knew a cancelled
#defcon
would produce so much more content? This community is amazing.
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In what dark loom are casino carpets forged? By what feral, hopeless mind are they conceived?
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Update on the evacuation of Caesars Forums:
We apologize for the interruption of festivities. The venue was evacuated in compliance with the property safety teams. We will share more as we know more.
In the meantime, consider checking out the
#defcon
events at the other con…
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"It's mathematically impossible to introduce an encryption backdoor that only law enforcement can find and use."
FBI says it can't unlock 8,000 encrypted devices, demands backdoors for America's 'public safety'
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From
@thedarktangent
's
#defcon
forums post:
"
#defcon29
will be a hybrid con, partially in-person and partially online...This year is unique and will require us to simplify our plans, and be flexible."
Read all of DT's announcement on his blog:
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Do not do this. It’s a code of conduct violation and will be treated as such. Also, if you see someone doing this please notify a Goon so we can deal with it.
idk which one of you dipshits clipped me in the paris hallway
but
(and it's sad that this needs to be said)
don't touch people who don't want to be touched
find a new
@defcon
game
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#defcon28
will be August 6-9 at the brand new, super deluxe
#caesarsforum
. Registration opens Monday.
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Thank you for an amazing
#defcon29
. The past few years have been crazy, but you can’t stop the signal, even with global cataclysm. We are so happy to be reunited with so many of our friends, both here in Las Vegas and in the virtual con space. It’s good to be together.
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Just because
#DEFCONiscanceled
doesn’t mean you can’t still get the shirt. Gotta keep your quarantine look hacker fresh.
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Good news.
Journalist won't be prosecuted for pressing 'view source'
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If this high-profile tweet has you interested in election security, allow us to share some resources:
Most recent report from
@VotingVillageDC
:
A playlist of our most recent election security talks:
There’s a lot to learn.
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MIT Has Taught the Machines How to Use Wifi to See People Through Walls
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DEF CON 31 is officially a month away! This means we’re going to see some evergreen social media posts come back around, like:
DEF CON is canceled (cancel level is 0 and holding)
DEF CON is coming and I’m not ready (deep breaths, you’ll be fine)
DEF CON will cast your precious…
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Time for the annual
#defcon
#selfcare
reminder. Hungry? Eat. Feeling sleepy, sleep.
#Stayhydrated
. Comfortable shoes and fresh socks. Vegas blocks are gigantic, no matter how normal they look on maps. Ask for help if you need it. We love you - take care of yourself.
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Once hailed as unhackable, blockchains are now getting hacked - MIT Technology Review
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We understand that attendees want a statement from DEF CON about the Caesars room search policy. We are actively engaged with the hotel, seeking answers and a clear policy document we can share with you. Please know that we hear your concerns and we’ve shared them with Caesars.
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Saying goodbye to 2020 feels pretty ok. Saying goodbye to Flash feels pretty good too.
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#hackerhistory
- a full decade ago, George Hotz became the first person reported to successfully carrier-unlock an iPhone. Much jailbreaking drama ensued. Does it feel like it's really been ten years?
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"Australia just voted to ban working cryptography. No, really."
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The
#DEFCONSafeMode
#badge
is here! Created by the inimitable
@1o57
, full of music & challenges to give you a warm
#DEFCON
glow just in time for
#dc28
.
Thanks for all your support as we navigate this strange year together.
DEF CON ❤️ U.
#badgelife
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"Picking locks with a cheap battery-powered pumpkin saw"
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Do you want hackers? Cause this is how you get hackers.
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IT'S ALIVE! Welcome to the
#defcon
#CallforEverything
! We’re open for proposals in the following areas: Talks, Workshops, Villages, Contests, Events, Parties, Music, Demo Labs, Press, and Vendors!
Let's light this candle, hacker fam!
#defcon26
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Caesars Update:
A team from DEF CON management met with Caesars on Tuesday. They are looking into the reports we presented, and we’ll share what we can as those investigations play out.
Here’s an overview of the current policy as shared with us:
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once upon a time, you could have a supercomputer that doubled as a statement sofa.
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15 years ago a scheduled talk by some college kids on this subject did NOT happen at
#defcon
. This year some high school kids brought it back around with some new twists. Enjoy 'Boston Infinite Money Glitch: Hacking Transit Cards w/o Ending Up in Handcuffs', and pass it on.…
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#DEFCON27
#CFP
Alert!
NEW this year, if you are selected,
#DEFCON
will cover 3 hotel nights! This is on top of existing compensation.
I hope that making speaking more affordable brings in more & more varied submissions.
-The Dark Tangent
#letsDOthis
!
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To get the
#defconsafemode
party started, we’re releasing some content early. On the
#defcon
media server, we’ve got all of the main stage talks, soundtrack, demo labs, art , CTF, music - take what you like. Completists out there, we see you. There’s a v. thicc torrent as well.
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Please know we are not letting this go. We are sympathetic to the new terrain major hotels find themselves in, but our main commitment is to our community. We intend to stay on this until we’re satisfied these issues are resolved for next year.
Updates as we get them.
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Books. We love ‘em. And right now, we have a major reading opportunity happening for all of us, at the same time. What better way to make use of this moment than to read something together?
Enter the
#defconbookclub
! Starting In April, we’re inviting you to join us -
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The DEF CON community never ceases to amaze. Thanks for bringing your endless compassion, curiosity and enthusiasm to our little party and making it amazing. DEF CON ❤️ you and we're already looking forward to doing this again.
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#riseofthemachines
#goodread
--> 20 years on from Deep Blue v Kasparov: how a chess match started a data revolution
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