Cedarcrypt 2026

Cedarcrypt 2026 is an exciting Applied Cryptography Summer School & Conference taking place from July 13–16, 2026, at the AUB Mediterraneo Campus, Cyprus. Designed as a fresh and forward-looking event, this inaugural edition brings together expert speakers from academia and industry for four days of study, conversation, and collaboration in one of the Mediterranean’s most inspiring environments.

Organized By

IACR is a non-profit organization that uses top-notch conferences, workshops, and training programs to further excellence in cryptology research.

What is Cryptography?

Cryptography is the science of limiting unwanted access to data while preserving its authenticity, privacy, and integrity. It integrates computer science and advanced mathematics to construct secure communication systems that enable users to safely transmit information even in the face of hackers, malicious actors, or surveillance. 

Event Highlights

Lectures, workshops, and cooperative networking events over the course of four days.
Two dedicated tracks combining an Applied Cryptography Summer School and Research Conference.
Renowned speakers from top academic institutions, research centres, and global tech companies.
Graduate students, early-career researchers, cybersecurity experts, developers, and cryptography practitioners.

What to Expect?

• Interactive technical workshops led by experts will teach you practical cryptography.
• Learn how to secure today's digital communication systems with current cryptography methods.
• Make connections with international researchers, developers, and cybersecurity experts.
• Discover how modern science is changing safe computing, privacy, and authentication.

Program Highlights

• Day 0 (July 12): Pre-conference activities and networking events are optional.
• Day 1 (July 13): Welcome session and cryptography foundations.
• Day 2 (July 14): Applied cryptography in real-world applications.
• Day 3 (July 15): Advanced security methods, primitives, and protocols.
• Day 4 (July 16): Closing ceremony, research discussions, and advanced structures.

Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about modern cryptography, connect with top scholars, and help create secure digital technologies.