In San Francisco, Black Hat, a well-known cybersecurity event series, introduced Black Hat(HER), a new global platform aimed at empowering women in the cybersecurity sector. The launch event was an exclusive executive dinner held on June 17, 2026, in San Francisco. This platform is designed to support and connect women in cybersecurity and had senior female leaders alongside allies discussing security strategy, investment, and innovation. Black Hat(HER) seeks to elevate women across the industry.