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| RootedCON | |
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| Status | Active |
| Genre | Cybersecurity conference |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Venue | Kinépolis Madrid |
| Location(s) | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Website | [1] |
RootedCON is an annual cybersecurity and technology conference held in Madrid, Spain since 2010[1]. The organization has also arranged events in other cities such as Málaga, Valencia, Lisbon, and Panama, often in collaboration with initiatives such as the STIC conferences organized by Spain’s national CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team). RootedCON is regarded by the specialized press as one of the most relevant cybersecurity events in the Spanish-speaking world. The conference brings together leading experts, industry professionals, law enforcement agencies, technology companies, and ethical hacking enthusiasts.
History
[edit]The first edition of RootedCON was held in 2010 with the goal of promoting the exchange of technical knowledge in cybersecurity and building a local hacker community in Spain. Since then, the event has gradually grown in number of attendees, scope, and international reputation, establishing itself as a reference point within European cybersecurity[2].
Format
[edit]RootedCON Madrid runs for three days and combines technical lectures with hands-on workshops such as RootedLabs and BootCamps, held before the main conference. In addition, the event offers complementary activities such as HackerNight[3], focused on bug bounty programs for vulnerability disclosure, as well as cultural events such as Hack The Music, which combines electronic live music with so-called live coding and DJs.
The conference also has several parallel tracks aimed at different audiences, with the CriptoRed track particularly notable. This track is aimed at academia and presents research on cryptography, privacy, and security.
Community and goals
[edit]One of RootedCON’s main goals is to bring cybersecurity closer to society, promote the ethical use of technical knowledge, and foster a collaborative learning environment. The Rooted community also contributes to the dissemination of technical knowledge, talent development, and networking among professionals, researchers, and students in cybersecurity.
Speakers and significance
[edit]Over the years, the event has featured both national and international speakers, such as Mikko Hyppönen, Paul Vixie, John Hammond, Hugo Teso[4][5] and Chema Alonso, as well as independent researchers and representatives from technology companies, police forces, and government institutions[6]. RootedCON has also served as a platform for the disclosure of previously unpublished vulnerabilities, open-source tools, and discussions on cybercrime and digital security policies.
Organization
[edit]RootedCON is organized by a private, non-profit association made up of professionals in cybersecurity and technology. Since its inception, the organization has sought to maintain a technical and independent approach with a particular focus on the quality of the content. In addition to the main event, the organization also carries out training activities throughout the year, including workshops, specialized courses, and collaborations with educational institutions.
Attendance and growth
[edit]Currently, the number of participants exceeds 8,000 at the Madrid edition and totals around 20,000 annually across all events[7]. The main venue in Madrid is the Kinépolis cinema complex, which allows for several parallel conferences in large auditoriums. For example, Auditorium 25 seats over 1,000 people and is considered to have one of the largest cinema screens in Europe. The event also offers simultaneous translation during certain sessions.
Sponsors and institutional support
[edit]RootedCON is supported by companies in the technology and cybersecurity sector, as well as by public institutions, universities, and law enforcement agencies. Regular sponsors include software companies, cybersecurity firms, technology service providers, and startups.
Recognition and impact
[edit]Over the years, RootedCON has established itself as a central meeting point for Spain’s cybersecurity ecosystem. The conference has also been recognized by the trade press and professionals for its technical focus, its role in talent development, and its contribution to raising awareness of digital risks.
See also
[edit]External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "RootedCON 2025: The Premier Cybersecurity Event in Spain". Belegantt. 27 March 2025. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "RootedCON gathers cybersecurity experts in Madrid". Europa Press. 8 March 2024. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "What a night! 10 hours of intense ethical hacking at RootedCON". La Redoute IO. 19 January 2024. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "RootedCON 2014 – Hugo Teso - Going Deeper on Aviation Security". YouTube – RootedCON. 7 March 2014. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "Planes and a hacker: the story of Hugo Teso at RootedCON 2014". eldiario.es. 11 March 2014. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "Beware that ATM: hacking it is easier than you think". Xataka. 3 March 2017. Retrieved 5 September 2025.
- ^ "RootedCON returns: we want to be the 30,000-person event in Spain". Business Insider España. 7 October 2021. Retrieved 5 September 2025.