2026 International Conference on Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, and AI Applications (ICCSDFAI)
JUNE 25-27, 2026, İstinye University, Istanbul
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MISSION OF CONFERENCE
The International Conference on Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, and AI Applications (ICCSDFAI) is designed not just as an academic venue, but as a collaborative platform where science, industry, and government converge to address real-world cybersecurity challenges.
As cyber threats grow in complexity and scale, traditional conference formats are no longer sufficient. ICCSDFAI responds to this shift by creating an environment where ideas are not only presented but tested through interdisciplinary dialogue, applied case studies, and direct engagement with industry.
The mission of ICCSDFAI is to unite researchers, practitioners, and emerging talent in developing resilient, intelligent, and practice-driven solutions in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and artificial intelligence. The conference bridges the gap between research and implementation, ensuring that scientific advances translate into technologies that strengthen digital resilience at both organizational and national levels.
Beyond academic sessions, ICCSDFAI fosters active collaboration through CTF competitions, hackathons, industry-driven challenges, and startup pitch events—creating opportunities for participants to connect, build partnerships, and launch real-world initiatives.
The conference is evolving as a dynamic international initiative. First launched at Astana IT University, ICCSDFAI is now expanding its global reach, reflecting a fundamental reality: cybersecurity and technological innovation cannot develop in isolation. Meaningful progress requires international collaboration and the integration of diverse expertise.
Support from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) highlights the conference’s alignment with international scientific standards and cutting-edge research directions. In parallel, collaboration with Ferro Technics brings a strong industry dimension, integrating professional certification pathways and workforce development into the conference ecosystem.
ICCSDFAI is more than a conference—it is a growing global network where ideas, technologies, and partnerships come together to shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligent systems.
As cyber threats grow in complexity and scale, traditional conference formats are no longer sufficient. ICCSDFAI responds to this shift by creating an environment where ideas are not only presented but tested through interdisciplinary dialogue, applied case studies, and direct engagement with industry.
The mission of ICCSDFAI is to unite researchers, practitioners, and emerging talent in developing resilient, intelligent, and practice-driven solutions in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and artificial intelligence. The conference bridges the gap between research and implementation, ensuring that scientific advances translate into technologies that strengthen digital resilience at both organizational and national levels.
Beyond academic sessions, ICCSDFAI fosters active collaboration through CTF competitions, hackathons, industry-driven challenges, and startup pitch events—creating opportunities for participants to connect, build partnerships, and launch real-world initiatives.
The conference is evolving as a dynamic international initiative. First launched at Astana IT University, ICCSDFAI is now expanding its global reach, reflecting a fundamental reality: cybersecurity and technological innovation cannot develop in isolation. Meaningful progress requires international collaboration and the integration of diverse expertise.
Support from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) highlights the conference’s alignment with international scientific standards and cutting-edge research directions. In parallel, collaboration with Ferro Technics brings a strong industry dimension, integrating professional certification pathways and workforce development into the conference ecosystem.
ICCSDFAI is more than a conference—it is a growing global network where ideas, technologies, and partnerships come together to shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligent systems.
PARTICIPANTS INFORMATION
What can you expect from ICCSDFAI 2026
Academia + Research
From work with each other:
From work with Industry + Stakeholders:
From work with Authorities:
- Academic mobility for faculty and students
- Joint programs
- Dual degree programs
- Integrated degree programs (Bachelor+PhD / Bachelor+MSc)
- Events organization (Guest lectures, conference, trainings and etc.)
- Scholarship for research and teaching
- Research fellowships for graduate and postdoctoral students
From work with Industry + Stakeholders:
- Feedback for programs
- Industrial internships
- Suggestion for new undergraduate and graduate programs
- Laboratory funding
- Professional training for faculty and students
- Demonstrate your startup ideas
From work with Authorities:
- Undergraduate and graduate program scholarships
- Grants for research
- Up to date feedback for programs
- Industrial internship for student
Industry + Stakeholders
From work with each other:
From work with Academia + Research:
From work with Authorities:
- Identify potential clients, vendors, and investors for new projects
- Co-develop AI-powered cybersecurity tools, digital forensic systems, and autonomous security solutions
- Learn from industry leaders and experts on future-proofing businesses against cyber risks
- Contribute to discussions on AI regulations, cybersecurity laws, and forensic technology standards
From work with Academia + Research:
- Gain insights into the latest advancements in cybersecurity, software development, and AI
- Identify top researchers, students, and faculty for recruitment
- Partner with universities for joint grant applications & funding opportunities
- Participate in shaping industry standards & best practices
- Acquire patents & intellectual property from academic institutions
- Discover recent startup ideas
From work with Authorities:
- Align business practices with national cybersecurity strategies to avoid legal risks
- Establish partnerships on cyber defense projects, threat intelligence sharing, and joint risk assessments
- Learn about government grants, subsidies, and funding opportunities for security-related innovations
- Gain access to early warnings on cybersecurity threats that could impact businesses and industries
Authorities
From work with Academia + Research:
From work with Industry + Stakeholders players:
- Collaborate on AI-powered national security solutions, automated surveillance, and cyber defense frameworks
- Identify top cybersecurity, AI, and digital forensics experts for government recruitment
- Collaborate with universities to develop national security-focused training programs
- Gain early access to academic research on cyber threats, hacking methodologies, and digital espionage
- Discover recent startup ideas
From work with Industry + Stakeholders players:
- Gain firsthand knowledge of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities affecting businesses and critical infrastructure
- Implement AI-driven risk assessment models to anticipate cyberattacks and insider threats
- Establish channels for real-time information exchange with cybersecurity firms to improve national cyber defense
- Strengthen response protocols for cyber incidents affecting national security
What do we provide on ICCSDFAI 26?
- 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 6 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
- 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.
- Are you working in cybersecurity? Do you want to become a part of this world? Then our ICTF is for you
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KEY DATES
Abstract Submission Date:
15 April 2026
Full Paper Submission Date:
21 April 2026
Notifications of Acceptance Date:
14 May 2026
Final Paper Submission Date:
19 May 2026
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Keynote and Distinguished Speakers
- Prof. Dr. Yerzhan SeitkulovHead, Information Resources Protection Department
President of Kazakhstan’s Executive Office
Astana, Kazakhstan - Ulykbek Shambulov
- Prof. Dr. Seref SagirogluPhD, Professor in Software Engineering at Gazi University Computer Engineering Department
Ankara, Turkey - Prof. Dr. Ibraheem ShayeaPhD, Assistant and Associate Researcher at Istanbul Technical University
Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Electronics & Communications Engineering Department.
Istanbul, Turkey - Djordje StamenkovicCyberSec & InfoSec Expert
Astana, Kazakhstan - Prof. Dr. Adel AneibaPhD, Head of the College of Computing at Birmingham City University
Birmingham, UK - Prof. Dr. Rachid SaadaneFull 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 FetjahProfessor of Cybersecurity at the Faculty of Sciences Aïn Chock, Hassan II University of Casablanca
Casablanca, Morocco - Prof. Dr. Tamara ZhukabayevaProf. of the Department of Information Systems at the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
- Olzhas SatiyevCEO of TSARKA
Astana, Kazakhstan - Abilkair ImanberdiDirector of Malware Research Department at TSARKA
Astana, Kazakhstan - Maksat MeshitulyDeputy Chairman of the Information Security Committee of the Republican State Institution Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development
Astana, Kazakhstan - Askar DusekeevHead of the Malicious Code Research Center
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
İstinye University, Türkiye
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
