2026 International Conference on Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, and AI Applications (ICCSDFAI)
June 25-27, 2026
Istanbul, Türkiye
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  • Where cybersecurity theory meets real-world practice
About ICCSDFAI

The International Conference on Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, and AI Applications (ICCSDFAI) is an emerging international conference series, launched in 2025 and led by the Research and Innovation Center “CyberTech” at Astana IT University (AITU), Kazakhstan, evolving into a global platform with rotating international editions and a growing network of academic, industry, and government partners.


ICCSDFAI is an ecosystem where academia, industry, and government co-develop solutions, share expertise, and build the future of cybersecurity and AI.

For academia:
ICCSDFAI provides international visibility, research collaboration opportunities, and alignment with global scientific standards, supported by IEEE technical involvement.
For industry:
ICCSDFAI offers a hands-on environment where real-world cyberattack scenarios are simulated on cyber ranges – including infrastructure compromise, mobile application exploitation (including banking systems), web attacks, and modern techniques that evade conventional defenses. Combined with CTFs, hackathons, and certified training programs, the conference enables professionals to test, validate, and strengthen their security capabilities in practice.
For government:
ICCSDFAI provides a strategic platform for governments across Central Asia and partner countries to collaborate on cybersecurity and digital sovereignty. The conference focuses on shared regional challenges – from protecting critical infrastructure and managing national data to securing AI systems and technology supply chains.

Conference Series & Global Expansion

ICCSDFAI 2025 – Astana, Kazakhstan (hosted by Astana IT University)

ICCSDFAI 2026 – Istanbul, Türkiye (hosted by Istinye University)

ICCSDFAI 2027 – TBA

Each year, ICCSDFAI strengthens its role as a global platform where research, practice, and policy converge.

What will you gain at ICCSDFAI?

  • Simulate real-world

    cyber attacks

  • Turn research into

    real-world impact

  • Train with real tools and technologies

  • Meet top talent and future cybersecurity experts

  • Connect with industry leaders and decision-makers

  • Build solutions, not just ideas

Who is ICCSDFAI for?

Industry + Stakeholders

  • B2B networking and partnerships
  • Access to top cybersecurity talent
  • Technology transfer and co-development
  • Applied threat intelligence

Academia + Research

  • International research collaboration
  • Access to funding and joint programs
  • Industry-integrated education
  • Global academic visibility

Authorities

  • Digital sovereignty and policy dialogue
  • Critical infrastructure protection
  • Public–private collaboration
  • Cybersecurity capacity development
What do we provide on ICCSDFAI 26?
  • Scientific Conference
    If you are researcher, academician or student, we invite you to take a participation in our scientific sessions to present your research results in our 7 scientific sessions:
    • Cybersecurity
    • Digital forensics
    • AI Applications in Industry, Health, and Business
    • Intelligent Systems and Smart Technology
    • Digital Technology and Computer Networks
    • Internet of Things (IoT) and IoT Applications
    • Economic and Financial Security, Financial Intelligence and Governance Systems
    For Authors
  • Industry Players Sessions
    We invite you to take a part in workshops / guest lectures / intellectual games from a cybersecurity and IT industrial celebrities. You have a unique opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge from leading experts, ask questions and share your experience with colleagues from other companies.
    Workshops
  • Hackathon and ICTF
    Are you working in cybersecurity? Do you want to become a part of this world? Then our ICTF is for you
    Wait for more updates!
    ICTF

KEY DATES

Full Paper Submission Date:

21 April 2026

28 April 2026

Notifications of Acceptance Date:

14 May 2026

Final Paper Submission Date:
19 May 2026
Keynote and Distinguished Speakers
  • Prof. Dr. Yerzhan Seitkulov
    Head, Information Resources Protection Department
    President of Kazakhstan’s Executive Office
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Ulykbek Shambulov
    First Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of JSC State technical service - Head of the National Information security coordination center of Kazakhstan
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Prof. Dr. Seref Sagiroglu
    PhD, Professor in Software Engineering at Gazi University Computer Engineering Department
    Ankara, Turkey
  • Prof. Dr. Ibraheem Shayea
    PhD, Assistant and Associate Researcher at Istanbul Technical University
    Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
    Electronics & Communications Engineering Department.
    Istanbul, Turkey
  • Djordje Stamenkovic
    CyberSec & InfoSec Expert
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Prof. Dr. Adel Aneiba
    PhD, Head of the College of Computing at Birmingham City University
    Birmingham, UK
  • Prof. Dr. Rachid Saadane
    Full Professor at the Hassania School of Public Works in Morocco and Deputy Director in charge of research, cooperation, and partnerships
    Casablanca, Morocco
  • Prof. Dr. Laila Fetjah
    Professor of Cybersecurity at the Faculty of Sciences Aïn Chock, Hassan II University of Casablanca
    Casablanca, Morocco
  • Prof. Dr. Tamara Zhukabayeva
    Prof. of the Department of Information Systems at the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
  • Olzhas Satiyev
    CEO of TSARKA
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Abilkair Imanberdi
    Director of Malware Research Department at TSARKA
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Maksat Meshituly
    Deputy Chairman of the Information Security Committee of the Republican State Institution Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Askar Dyussekeyev
    Head of Malicious Code Research Center
    Astana, Kazakhstan
  • Dauren Salipov
    CEO of MSSP.GLOBAL
    Astana, Kazakhstan

TECHNICAL Sponsorship

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), United States of America

IEEE Türkiye Blockchain, Türkiye

Sponsorship

Research and Innovation Center "CyberTech" of Astana IT University, Kazakhstan
Palo Alto Networks, United States of America
İstinye University, Türkiye
TI-Lab, Kazakhstan
Ferro Technics, Canada

Center for Analysis and Investigation of Cyber ​​Attacks

(TSARKA), Kazakhstan

ORGANIZERS
Research and Innovation Center "CyberTech" of Astana IT University, Kazakhstan
İstinye University, Türkiye
Digital Government Support Center, Kazakhstan
Birmingham City University, United Kingdom
Ferro Technics, Canada

State Technical Service, Kazakhstan

Istanbul Technical University, Türkiye
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kazakhstan
Faculty of Sciences Aîn Chock of Hassan II University of Casablanca, Morocco
L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan
Gazi University, Türkiye

Center for Analysis and Investigation of Cyber ​​Attacks

(TSARKA), Kazakhstan

SUPPORTERS
Bilgi Güvenliği Derneği (Information Security Association), Türkiye
Yapay Zeka Ekosistemi Derneği (Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem Association), Türkiye
VENUE

İstinye Üniversity

Ayazağa Mah. Azerbaycan Cad. (Vadi İstanbul)

H-Block, 4th Floor, Conference Hall, Vadistanbul, Sarıyer

Istanbul, 34396, Turkey

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