[un]prompted.au — AI × Cybersecurity Conference, Sydney, 18–19 September 2026
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AI × Cybersecurity Conference: Notes from the Field
September 18 + 19 / ILUMINA, Sydney
[ Event Details ]
[un]prompted.au is an AI-focused security research conference — an Australian edition of the US-based Unprompted conference. Based in Sydney, [un]prompted.au sits at the intersection of state-of-the-art AI and Cybersecurity research, with an emphasis on how the field is evolving and where it is heading.
The conference convenes practitioners actively reshaping security workflows in the cyber world where AI is playing a major role — for vulnerability researchers, exploit developers, red/blue teamers, and malware analysts integrating AI to scale analysis, accelerate discovery, and move toward more automated forms of research. Alongside them, researchers and engineers from frontier AI labs provide insight into how these systems are designed, how their capabilities are developing, and the security implications of that trajectory.
The program extends beyond security into core AI research: the techniques, tools, and systems that are redefining what is possible — from automated research workflows to advances in inference, optimisation, and model behaviour.
We intend to continually expand our reach across the broader AI community (touching governance and infrastructure particularly) as the conference grows.
[ Keynote Speakers ]
More announcements to come — follow @UnpromptedAU
A first look at the researchers taking the stage at [un]prompted.au 2026.
Shane Huntley
@ShaneHuntley · Google TAGTalk
Building the Ultimate AI Cyber Threat Analyst
Strategies and successes his team has been having at Google.
Seunghyun Lee
@0x10nTalk
ExploitBench
Benchmarking LLMs on their vulnerability discovery and exploitation capabilities — results and lessons learned.
Call for Papers is now open!
Submissions close 31 July 2026
Submit via Sessionize Meet the program committee →[ Venue ]
ILUMINA, Sydney
Located at ILUMINA Sydney, ILUMINA is a premium, state-of-the-art event venue in the heart of Sydney's CBD at 1 Elizabeth Street, directly above Martin Place. Set across three contemporary levels, the venue offers light-filled, flexible spaces with cutting-edge audiovisual technology — ideal for conferences, networking events and large-scale presentations. Positioned in Sydney's historic civic and business district, ILUMINA overlooks Chifley Square and provides an inspiring setting in one of the city's most recognised locations.
[ Getting There ]
ILUMINA offers exceptional accessibility via Sydney's public transport network:
- Direct access from Sydney Metro via Martin Place Station (located directly beneath the venue)
- A short walk (approx. 5 minutes) from Sydney Trains services at Wynyard Station
- Light rail services from the Martin Place stop on George Street, connecting to Circular Quay, Randwick, and beyond
[ Nearby Attractions ]
Delegates are within walking distance of some of Sydney's most iconic attractions, including Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and the historic The Rocks. The surrounding area also offers world-class dining, shopping and waterfront experiences, making it easy to combine business with leisure.
[ Accommodation Nearby ]
A range of excellent hotels are located just minutes from the venue, including:
[ FAQ ]
When and where is [un]prompted.au 2026?
18–19 September 2026 at ILUMINA, 1 Elizabeth Street, Sydney — directly above Martin Place station. Add it to your calendar.
How do I get tickets?
Tickets are sold through Humanitix at events.humanitix.com/unprompted-au.
When does the Call for Papers close?
Submissions close 31 July 2026 via Sessionize at sessionize.com/au-unprompted.
How do I get to the venue?
Sydney Metro to Martin Place lands directly beneath the venue; Wynyard is about a 5-minute walk; light rail stops at Martin Place on George Street.
Where should I stay?
Partner rates are available at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth (code 2609UNPROM), The Sebel Sydney Martin Place (code SSMPGROUP), and The Novotel Sydney City (code NSCCGROUP) — details in Accommodation Nearby above.
[ Contact ]
You can find us on the Unprompted Slack channel, and for announcements follow @UnpromptedAU on X, unprompted.au on LinkedIn, unprompted.au on Bluesky, or @unpromptedau on Mastodon.
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