CODE BLUE 2026, Japan’s Premier International Cybersecurity Conference, Announces Call for Presentations (CFP); Research Grants Available for Outstanding Young Presenters; Applications for Contest and Workshop Organizers Open

2026.03.31 10:00

CODE BLUE Executive Committee

The CODE BLUE Executive Committee has opened the Call for Presentations (CFP) for CODE BLUE 2026, an international cybersecurity conference, with training sessions scheduled for November 13–15 and the conference taking place on November 17–18 in Takadanobaba, Shinjuku, Tokyo. The submission deadline is July 31. The Committee has also begun accepting applications from organizations and companies to host contests and workshops.

CODE BLUE 2026

■Call For Presentations

CODE BLUE has showcased cutting-edge research from leading experts around the world through the Call for Presentations (CFP). The conference covers a wide range of fields, from engineers leading the cybersecurity industry to researchers in law and political science specializing in cyberspace issues, law enforcement officials combating organized cybercrime groups, and key figures involved in national cybersecurity and foreign policy.

As in previous years, CODE BLUE 2026 is now inviting submissions for presentations. Selected speakers will be eligible for honoraria and travel support to Japan. In addition, to promote research and development among younger generations, a dedicated Youth Track (U25) has been established, with outstanding presenters receiving research grants. Please apply via the link below.

Japanese: https://codeblue.jp/cfp/presentations/

English　: https://codeblue.jp/en/cfp/presentations/

Deadline : Friday, July 31, 23:59（JST/UTC+9）

● Jeff Moss

　Founder of Black Hat and organizer of DEF CON, a leader of the hacker scene in the U.S.

● George Hotz

　Hacker known for jailbreaking the iPhone, PlayStation 3, etc.

● Orange Tsai

Taiwanese security researcher, world-class CTF player, and discoverer of numerous critical vulnerabilities

●Akira Saka

CISO of the Japan’s Digital Agency, Managing Director of the Council for Public Policy (CPP), and board member of Japan Cybercrime Control Center (JC3)

●Daiyuu Nobori

Developed and launched SoftEther VPN while at university; key developer of “Shin Telework System” provided by NTT East and IPA as a countermeasure to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

●Audrey Tang

Former Digital Minister of Taiwan, serving as a bridge between the government and the community, such as leveraging the power of the software development community for administrative purposes

●David A. Dalrymple

Leading AI security researcher spearheading “Safeguarded AI” at the UK Advanced Research and Invention Agency

●David Brumley

CEO of ForAllSecure (formerly Mayhem), Chief AI & Science Officer at Bugcrowd, and professor at Carnegie Mellon University; a leading expert in application security

CODE BLUE 2025：デイビッド・ブラムリー氏による基調講演の様子

CODE BLUE 2025: Keynote speech by David Brumley

■Call for Contest and Workshop Organizers

CODE BLUE is inviting applications from organizations and groups to host contests and workshops during the conference. Past programs have included blue team exercises focused on incident response, CTF challenges, workshops on topics such as automotive and medical devices, and ideathons for sharing tools and ideas. We welcome proposals for engaging initiatives that will help make this year’s CODE BLUE even more dynamic. Please apply via the link below.

Japanese: https://codeblue.jp/cfp/contests-workshops/

English : https://codeblue.jp/en/cfp/contests-workshops/

Deadline : Tuesday, June 30, 23:59（JST/UTC+9）

＜List of contests and workshops in 2025＞

https://archive.codeblue.jp/2025/en/program/contests-workshops/

CODE BLUE 2025 コンテスト・ワークショップの様子

Contests and Workshops at CODE BLUE 2025

■About CODE BLUE

CODE BLUE is an international cybersecurity conference that brings together top-tier experts from Japan and around the world. Renowned researchers and practitioners are invited from across the globe to share cutting-edge research findings, foster professional exchange, and cultivate the next generation of outstanding security talent in Japan and Asia by supporting their advancement onto the international stage. Since its inception, CODE BLUE has continuously served as a platform for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and community growth in the global cybersecurity field.

CODE BLUE 2026 marks the 14th edition of the conference and will be held on November 17 (Tue) and 18 (Wed), at Bellesalle Takadanobaba, the same venue as last year. In addition to the main conference, workshops, contests, sponsor exhibitions, and networking events are scheduled. The event will be conducted exclusively in person and will not offer live online streaming.* Prior to the conference, official training programs will be held from November 13 (Fri) to 15 (Sun), at Bellesalle Shinjuku Grand.

*Following the conference, selected sessions, subject to speaker approval, will be made available as archived videos for registered participants, and will later be released to the public.

■CODE BLUE 2026 Overview

【Training】

Date: November 13 (Fri) to November 15 (Sun), 2026

Venue: Bellesalle Shinjuku Grand

　　　 (Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Grand Tower 5F)

*Details including training fees will be announced on the official Trainings page once finalized.

(Japanese) https://codeblue.jp/program/trainings/

(English) https://codeblue.jp/en/program/trainings/

【Conference】

Date: November 17 (Tue) to November 18 (Wed), 2026

Venue: Bellesalle Takadanobaba

　　(Sumitomo Fudosan Shinjuku Garden Tower B2/1F)