SECON & eGISEC 2026 ushered in a dynamic exchange of security solutions, drawing 412 exhibitors from 19 countries alongside 26,389 industry professionals from over 31 countries and regions. The event, held at KINTEX from March 18 to 20, showcased 32 conference tracks and hosted over 159 sessions. Attendees participated in more than 410 business-matching meetings and engaged with over 170 international hosted buyers.
As the 25th iteration of the integrated security conference, SECON & eGISEC shone a light on the intersection of physical and cybersecurity, emphasizing its relevance in the AI era. The event stood as the world's first integrated security exhibition, melding physical security with cybersecurity solutions under the theme, “Building Trust in the Age of AI.”
Recognized as Korea's most enduring security exhibition, SECON concentrated on the convergence of AI, cloud computing, and quantum security in combating cyber threats. This theme was palpable at SECON & eGISEC 2026 as AI, IoT-based solutions, and physical-cybersecurity links took center stage.
Attendees observed the integration of technologies into biometric access control, real-time anomaly detection, and smart city safety measures. Additionally, Explainable AI (XAI) and Proactive AI technologies highlighted innovations in transparent decision-making and predictive response.
Pioneer exhibitors such as Verkada, Suprema, TP-Link, Hanwha Vision, and Union Biometrics unveiled platform-based solutions integrating video security with access control and analytics. Suprema showcased its “Suprema AI Platform” for facial authentication and centralized management of CCTV footage.
Meanwhile, TP-Link connected its "VIGI," "Omada," and "Tapo" products under one platform with its AI assistant “Aireal™.” Union Biometrics presented its cloud-based access platform “Alpeta X” and novel biometric advancements including pet nose print registration.
Verkada emphasized AI-enhanced security and operational efficiency through hardware-software integration on its cloud-based platform. Hanwha Vision introduced comprehensive solutions from design to operation, including AI-powered cameras and dynamic privacy masking. Meanwhile, TVT and IDIS placed a spotlight on AI video search, thermal imaging, and advanced camera solutions tailored for diverse industries.
The excitement at SECON & eGISEC 2026 extended to tackling the scarcity of cybersecurity professionals. Through eGISEC, a focus on automation and integration technologies was evident. AI-driven real-time analysis and Proactive AI were employed for high-volume threat detection. Zero Trust solutions addressed insider threats in modern hybrid workspaces. Key cybersecurity exhibitors like AhnLab, INCA Internet, SoftCamp, and WAREVALLEY showcased advanced solutions for core data protection and security.
AhnLab highlighted its comprehensive network security platform “AhnLab XTG,” integrating various security features for large enterprises and data centers. INCA Internet’s “TACHYON” platform demonstrated corporate endpoint security advancements. SoftCamp offered solutions in document security and remote access. WAREVALLEY introduced its database and log management technologies, focusing on anomaly detection.
The SECON & eGISEC 2026 welcomed over 170 Hosted Buyers, establishing valuable connections and discussing innovative security solutions. The event's Business Matching Platform facilitated over 410 pre-matched meetings, leading to potential business discussions valued at USD 45 million. Testimonials from industry figures praised the effectiveness of this program in fostering international partnerships and exploring cutting-edge technologies.
Industry pioneers shared their insights, with Mr. Jincai Yang of APSA likening the technological experience to a new industrial revolution. Participants noted the platform's efficiency in preparing for fruitful meetings. The Hosted Buyer & Match-Making Program further reinforced the event's role as a crucial networking and collaboration hub in the security sector.
SECON & eGISEC 2026 offered a rich lineup of conferences and seminars, featuring 32 tracks and 159 sessions, such as the "Exhibitor Technical Seminar" and "ASIS Korea Chapter." The events covered the current state and challenges of AI security, including Zero Trust transitions and cybersecurity risks. Notable contributions came from experts at Yonsei University, KAIST, and others.
The next edition, SECON & eGISEC 2027, is scheduled for March 17-19, 2027, at KINTEX, Korea. The upcoming event anticipates over 400 exhibitors and more than 30,000 visitors. It promises to continue offering an unparalleled platform for global networking, industry knowledge sharing, and the exploration of cutting-edge security innovations.
SECON & eGISEC 2026 attracted 412 exhibitors from 19 countries and regions and 26,389 industry professionals from over 31 countries and regions. The event featured 32 conference tracks, over 159 sessions, more than 410 business-matching meetings, and over 170 international hosted buyers.
Held at KINTEX from 18–20 March, SECON & eGISEC 2026 highlighted the growing convergence of physical and cybersecurity in the AI era. Now in its 25th edition, SECON, together with eGISEC, is the world’s first integrated security event encompassing both physical and cybersecurity solutions.
Integrated security event
It is also recognized as Korea’s longest-running and most established security exhibition. As AI, cloud computing, and quantum security become central to addressing cyber threats, the convergence of physical and cybersecurity—along with AI- and IoT-based solutions—has emerged as a key industry trend. This shift was evident at SECON & eGISEC 2026, held under the theme “Building Trust in the Age of AI.”
As a pioneer integrated security event, SECON demonstrated how AI is being applied across integrated security. Key applications included biometric access control, real-time abnormal behavior detection, and safety solutions for smart cities, ICT infrastructure, and wildfire monitoring. The event also highlighted Explainable AI (XAI) and Proactive AI technologies, enabling transparent decision-making and predictive response capabilities.
Integrating facial authentication
Major exhibitors including Verkada, Suprema, TP-Link, Hanwha Vision, and Union Biometrics presented platform-based solutions integrating video security, access control, and analytics. Suprema introduced its “Suprema AI Platform,” integrating facial authentication, video analytics, and access control, allowing centralized management of access logs and CCTV footage in a single system.
TP-Link showcased an integrated solution connecting its B2B and B2C products— “VIGI,” “Omada,” and “Tapo”—along with its AI assistant “Aireal™” for network management, device control, and video search in one platform. Union Biometrics unveiled its cloud-based access control platform “Alpeta X” and “Integrated Authentication Center,” along with biometric authentication technologies such as pet nose print registration system and “Live Guard”.
Hardware–software integration
Verkada presented a cloud-based platform integrating video security, access control, and sensor systems, enhancing security and operational efficiency through AI analytics and hardware–software integration.
Hanwha Vision introduced an integrated platform covering design to operation, featuring AI cameras with enhanced low-light performance, WDR, and noise reduction, along with cloud-based video surveillance and dynamic privacy masking. n the camera and video surveillance sector, TVT highlighted AI video search and thermal imaging solutions tailored to various industries, while IDIS offered an immersive “IDIS Safety CINEMA” to showcase ultra-low-light “NOVA” cameras and web-based transaction-blocking solutions.
Shortage of cybersecurity professionals
Overall, SECON 2026 demonstrated the growth potential of the AI-driven integrated security market through a diverse range of monitoring platforms and analytics solutions. eGISEC 2026, a pioneer cybersecurity-focused event, focused on automation and integration technologies addressing the shortage of cybersecurity professionals.
AI-driven real-time analysis and pattern recognition enabled large-scale threat detection and response, while Proactive AI and natural language-based analytics supported tasks difficult for humans to handle. Zero Trust solutions were also widely showcased, addressing insider threats and lateral movement in remote and hybrid environments. Key exhibitors included AhnLab, INCA Internet, SoftCamp, and WAREVALLEY.
Core data protection
AhnLab presented its next-generation network security solution “AhnLab XTG” platform, integrating firewall, VPN, ZTNA, IPS, and DLP, along with virtual system deployment use cases for large enterprises and data centers. INCA Internet introduced its centralized endpoint security platform “TACHYON,” demonstrating USB/external storage control, DLP, and malware prevention for corporate, public, financial, and gaming sectors.
SoftCamp showcased “AX Security Enabler,” integrating document security (DRM) and access control with hands-on SaaS use cases, and its Zero Trust remote access solution “SHIELDGATE,” featuring RBI technology, IAP-based access control, and web isolation. WAREVALLEY presented “Chakra Max,” integrating database access control and auditing, and “LogCatch,” offering integrated log management and anomaly detection for core data protection and security operations.
AI-based integrated security solutions
Through eGISEC, visitors were able to experience how various AI-based integrated security solutions and automation technologies are applied in real-world scenarios, while gaining a comprehensive view of the latest trends in next-generation cybersecurity. SECON & eGISEC 2026 officially invited more than 170 Hosted Buyers and delegates from 15 countries and regions, including the USA, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Lebanon, and South Korea.
The Organiser provided a Business Matching Platform to facilitate pre-event communication and scheduling between buyers and over 300 exhibitors. The platform enabled smooth online discussions ahead of the show, resulting in highly productive on-site 1:1 meetings. As a result, more than 410 meetings were pre-matched, with potential business valued at USD 45 million discussed. Hosted Buyers praised the program for its efficiency and the opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies and potential partnerships.
Valuable networking opportunities
Mr. Jincai Yang, International President of Asia Pacific Security Association (APSA), said, “This is like the fourth industrial revolution-to experience all these new technologies like AI, security solutions, and UAV/unmanned systems, how they cooperate with each other in SECON & eGISEC.” Mr. Bede Lau, Business Development Manager at ASSA ABLOY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS SINGAPORE PTE LTD, noted, “The online platform made it easy to understand each other’s business and prepare for meetings in advance, saving valuable time on-site.”
Ms. Shereen Wong, Head of Product & Marketing at ICT Zone Ventures Berhad, added, “SECON & eGISEC not only provide business opportunities but also valuable networking opportunities and keep up with trends. This is where we can bring everyone together to share information, see how they are doing, and explore how to collaborate.”
Key challenges of AI security
The Hosted Buyer & Match-Making Program reinforced SECON & eGISEC’s role as a key platform for global business connections, delivering measurable results and fostering collaboration in the integrated security market. SECON & eGISEC 2026 featured a comprehensive lineup of conferences and seminars, comprising 32 tracks and 159 sessions.
The program covered a wide range of topics, including the Exhibitor Technical Seminar, ASIS Korea Chapter: Shaping the Future of Security, Asia Pacific Security Association Seoul Conference, e-Government Information Security Conference, Industrial Security Trends, Aviation Security, and more. In particular, the 2026 Security World Conference, held under the theme “Empowering Trust in the Age of AI,” was conducted with simultaneous Korean–English interpretation and served as a platform to share the current status and key challenges of AI security.
AI security trends
The conference featured experts from Yonsei University, KAIST Cybersecurity Research Center, ETRI, GH Solution, OMDIA APAC, and TAPA APAC, with presentations covering AI security trends, cloud and supply chain risks, Zero Trust transitions, and responsible engineering in the AI era. SECON & eGISEC 2027 will take place from 17 to 19 March 2027 at KINTEX, Korea.
The upcoming edition is expected to feature over 30,000 m² of exhibition space, 400+ exhibitors, 30,000+ visitors, and 160+ conferences and seminars. Key categories will include AI Security, Video Surveillance, Cybersecurity, Smart City Security, Industrial Security, OT Security, Access Control, Homeland Security, Social Security, Fault Diagnosis/Monitoring, Backup/Recovery, and Network. SECON & eGISEC 2027 will continue to offer a premier platform for global business networking, knowledge sharing, and exploration of the latest security innovations.
