International Cybersecurity Challenge 
ICC 2026

May 18-21, 2026
The Star Hotel, Gold Coast, Australia

Challenge Starts In

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Be a part of Australia's first World Cup of Cybersecurity competitions

The International Cybersecurity Challenge (ICC) event is designed to raise awareness, upskill, and test young cybersecurity talent on the global stage.

Organised by the ICC Steering Committee comprising European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA), PlayCyber (Katzcy), The University of Queensland (UQ) and other cybersecurity organisations from across the globe, the event is the 'World Cyber Cup'. The event will see teams from Oceania, USA, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America and Canada, compete at a global stage.

119
Competitors

7 global teams of 17 players plus coaching staff from 65+ nations

250
Professionals

Inviting the local cybersecurity leaders from military and professional organisations

200
Students and professors

Outreach to regional schools and colleges with invites to watch the game

Tech Summit
May 18-21, 2026

Skill Advancement

Enhance your expertise through real-world challenges and cutting-edge cyber defense scenarios

Global Networking

Meet the top global speakers of Cyber Security and 900+ attendees