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AMTSO’s annual member and public conference will be held October 13-14 in Lisbon, Portugal

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When: October 13th-14th 2025

Where: Lisbon, Portugal (venue TBC)

What: A unique conference bringing together solution makers, testers, and practitioners to share ideas, insights and knowledge. Featuring presentations, workshops, panels, discussion sessions, and plenty of networking.

We welcome submissions that align with our mission to showcase thought leadership, cutting-edge research, and practical experience. We aim for a balanced program representing academic, practitioner, and vendor perspectives – but please note: we do not accept purely marketing pitches.

Current focus areas include:
  • Applied Threat Research & Testing
    Fresh analysis and testing approaches for today’s evolving threat landscape
    – Emerging Threats
    – Threat Intelligence
    – Threat Analysis Tools & Techniques
    – Automation & AI in Testing
    – Testing Best Practices
  • Defensive Strategy & Operations
    Real-world techniques to enhance detection, prevention, and response
    – SOC Automation
    – Cloud Security
    – Scams & Phishing
  • Insights, Impact & Influence
    Ideas that shape the industry: policy, leadership, and long-term vision
    – Executive Perspective
    – Thought Leadership
    – Legislation & Regulation

Case studies, tool demonstrations, and novel approaches are encouraged!
If your topic falls outside these themes but offers fresh, relevant insight – submit it!

Important Dates
  • Submit by: July 31, 2025 (early submissions encouraged – we may confirm talks before the deadline)
  • Speaker notifications by: August 20, 2025
Why Speak at the AMTSO Cyber Research Conference?

Present your work to a senior, influential audience and amplify its impact.
All sessions will be recorded and distributed to extend your reach beyond the room. You’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with AMTSO members and attendees during networking breaks, dinner, and curated social events. Connect with leading researchers, testing labs, enterprises, vendors, and policymakers shaping the future of security and testing.

You’ll find our official CfP and submission form at Pretalx here.

The AMTSO Cyber Research Conference 2025 will be held in Lisbon in October. There will be presentations, workshops, panels, and discussion sessions with a broad focus covering all areas related to cybersecurity, with special consideration of the testing, rating, and evaluation of new tools and techniques.

The event will include lunches and coffee breaks on each day, and a group dinner on the first evening, with ample opportunities for networking. AMTSO member companies can send up to two representatives at no cost, additional members and guest attendees will be charged a fee (€265) to cover the costs of the event. 

Monday, October 13th

Conference sessions 9am-5pm

Group Dinner (evening, time/venue TBC)

Tuesday, October 14th

Conference sessions 9am-5pm

Detailed agenda coming soon!

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Lisbon, Portugal

Portugal’s hilly, coastal capital city. From imposing São Jorge Castle, the view encompasses the old city’s pastel-colored buildings, Tagus Estuary and Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge.

Watch this space for more details of the specific venue.

Non-member registrations will be subject to review and approval, and an attendance fee of €265, payable by card or via invoicing.