The Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference is a premier event dedicated to the fields of digital forensics and cybersecurity. Organized by Comexposium, a leading global event organizer, this conference has been a pivotal gathering for professionals in the industry for over 27 years. The 2026 edition will be held in two locations: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, from June 2-4, and San Diego, California, from October 20-22.
The conference program encompasses a wide array of topics, including Digital Forensics, Incident Response, Financial Cyber Crimes, ICAC & Human Exploitation, AI and Emerging Technologies in DFIR, and eDiscovery, Compliance & Legal Technology. Attendees can expect over 120 educational sessions led by more than 110 industry experts, providing insights into the latest tools, techniques, and case studies relevant to the field.
In addition to the comprehensive educational sessions, the conference features an expo hall showcasing the latest products and solutions from over 75 leading providers and cutting-edge companies. This setting offers attendees the opportunity to explore new technologies and tools essential for enhancing their professional practices. The event also includes pre- and post-conference programs, such as Amped Connect US 2026, designed to provide hands-on knowledge and networking opportunities.
The Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference is ideal for corporate network security professionals, federal, state, and local law enforcement digital forensic specialists, and cybersecurity industry leaders. It serves as a platform to raise international awareness of developments, teaching, training, responsibilities, and ethics in the fields of cybersecurity, digital forensics, and eDiscovery, making it a must-attend event for those seeking to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Speakers(110)
AJ Iafrate
Law Enforcement & Government Relations at Kodex
AJ Iafrate is in Law Enforcement & Government Relations at Kodex, focusing on AI-generated fraudulent legal process requests.
Adam Firman
Deputy Director of Tech Sales Global at MSAB
Adam Firman is the Deputy Director of Tech Sales Global at MSAB, focusing on mobile forensics and AI integration.
Alek Hurst
CEO at Lumyx
Alek Hurst is the CEO of Lumyx, specializing in mobile forensics for location evidence.
Alex Coley
Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB Inc
Alex Coley is a Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB Inc, specializing in collaborative examination of digital evidence.
Alex Pettyjohn
Lead Data Scientist at Integra FEC
Alex Pettyjohn is the Lead Data Scientist at Integra FEC, specializing in mapping illicit crypto flows.
Alex Sappington
CO-CEO at Page Vault
Alex Sappington is the CO-CEO of Page Vault, specializing in public-web evidence for forensics.
Alexis Brignoni
Digital Forensic Examiner at Law Enforcement
Alexis Brignoni is a Digital Forensic Examiner in Law Enforcement, specializing in mobile forensics and AI applications.
Amanda Mahan
Director of Training at Oxygen Forensics
Amanda Mahan is the Director of Training at Oxygen Forensics, specializing in image and video analytics.
Amber Schroader
CEO at Paraben Corporation
Amber Schroader is the CEO of Paraben Corporation, focusing on IoT in digital investigations.
Anna Truss
Founder / CEO at DefSec LLC
Anna Truss is the Founder and CEO of DefSec LLC, specializing in SQLite analysis in digital forensics.
Bethany Morgan
Technical Sales Specialist at MSAB Inc
Bethany Morgan is a Technical Sales Specialist at MSAB Inc, focusing on iOS artifacts in digital forensics.
Blake Sawyer
US Operations Director at Amped Software USA Inc.
Blake Sawyer is the US Operations Director at Amped Software USA Inc., focusing on video evidence analysis and authentication.
Bob Osgood
Director of Digital Forensics and Cyber Analysis Programs at George Mason University
Bob Osgood is the Director of Digital Forensics and Cyber Analysis Programs at George Mason University, focusing on NetFlow analysis.
Brandon Epstein
Technical Forensic Specialist at Magnet Forensics
Brandon Epstein is a Technical Forensic Specialist at Magnet Forensics, focusing on deepfake detection and media authentication.
Bree Murphy
Podcaster at eDiscovery Chicks
Bree Murphy is a Podcaster at eDiscovery Chicks, discussing topics on generative AI workflows in investigations and litigation.
Brian Hempstead
Digital Forensic Examiner at Gainesville Police Department
Brian Hempstead is a Digital Forensic Examiner at the Gainesville Police Department, focusing on ICAC forensic methodologies.
Brian LaValley
Senior Digital Forensic Analyst at DHS Office of Inspector General
Brian LaValley is a Senior Digital Forensic Analyst at the DHS Office of Inspector General, focusing on AI-powered deepfakes.
Brittany Nestor
Detective at Garner Police Department
Brittany Nestor is a Detective at the Garner Police Department, specializing in digital investigations.
Caleb Carroll
Senior Training Specialist at Chainalysis Government Solutions
Caleb Carroll is a Senior Training Specialist at Chainalysis Government Solutions, specializing in human trafficking investigations.
Carlo Nastasi
Special Agent at IRS-CI
Carlo Nastasi is a Special Agent at IRS-CI, focusing on financial crime investigations.
Carlos Baradat
Attorney, Baradat Law | Founder, Legal Tech Dynamics at Baradat Law | Legal Tech Dynamics
Carlos Baradat is an Attorney at Baradat Law and Founder of Legal Tech Dynamics, focusing on digital evidence in legal cases.
Chad Gish
Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics
Chad Gish is a Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics, focusing on mobile device acquisition.
Chet Hosmer
Chief Scientist at Python Forensics
Chet Hosmer is the Chief Scientist at Python Forensics, focusing on leveraging Python and AI for high-integrity intelligence.
Chris Brennan
Detective at Metro Nashville Police Department
Chris Brennan is a Detective at the Metro Nashville Police Department, specializing in digital forensics.
Christian Souvenir
Supervisory Intelligence Analyst at Brooklyn DA's Office
Christian Souvenir is a Supervisory Intelligence Analyst at the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office, focusing on integrating technology in investigative processes.
Christoffer Kraft
Professional Services at MSAB
Christoffer Kraft is a Professional Services expert at MSAB, focusing on mobile forensics.
Christopher Ahearn
Director, Incident Response & Readiness Services at Sophos
Christopher Ahearn is the Director of Incident Response & Readiness Services at Sophos, focusing on ransomware group tactics.
Cristin Traylor
Senior Director, AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity
Cristin Traylor is the Senior Director of AI Transformation & Law Firm Strategy at Relativity, specializing in AI applications in legal processes.
Daljit Singh
Inspector at Punjab Police, India
Daljit Singh is an Inspector at the Punjab Police, India, focusing on digital investigations.
Damien Attoe
Director of Professional Services at Spyder Forensics
Damien Attoe is the Director of Professional Services at Spyder Forensics, focusing on SQLite analysis.
Dan Dollarhide
Sr. Director of Global Solutions at Oxygen Forensics, Inc.
Dan Dollarhide is the Senior Director of Global Solutions at Oxygen Forensics, Inc., specializing in digital forensics workflows.
Daniel Ortiz
Detective at East Hartford Police Department
Daniel Ortiz is a Detective at the East Hartford Police Department, focusing on digital evidence in criminal investigations.
Dave Good
Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB
Dave Good is a Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB, specializing in password recovery in digital forensics.
David Buckley
Principal Consultant at Sophos
David Buckley is a Principal Consultant at Sophos, specializing in ransomware threat analysis.
David Vargas
Professor at George Washington University
David Vargas is a Professor at George Washington University, specializing in AI applications in cybersecurity.
David Weiss
Chief at Brooklyn DA's Office
David Weiss serves as Chief at the Brooklyn District Attorney's Office, overseeing multidisciplinary teams addressing complex legal challenges.
Elyse Kusse
Safety Operations Outreach Lead at Snap Inc.
Elyse Kusse is the Safety Operations Outreach Lead at Snap Inc., focusing on law enforcement collaboration.
Erin Beffa
VP at ProAlign Intelligence Services
Erin Beffa is a VP at ProAlign Intelligence Services, focusing on OSINT methodologies in digital investigations.
Florent Chevalier
Technical Trainer/Technical Sales at MSAB Inc
Florent Chevalier is a Technical Trainer and Technical Sales expert at MSAB Inc, specializing in mobile RAM forensics.
Frank Lyu
Senior Digital Forensic Analyst at DHS Office of Inspector General
Frank Lyu is a Senior Digital Forensic Analyst at the DHS Office of Inspector General, specializing in deepfake detection.
Gaganpreet Singh
Inspector at Punjab Police
Gaganpreet Singh is an Inspector at the Punjab Police, specializing in digital evidence analysis.
Heather Charpentier
Computer Forensic Analyst at New York State Police
Heather Charpentier is a Computer Forensic Analyst at the New York State Police, focusing on digital evidence analysis.
Heather Mahalik Barnhart
Senior Director of Forensics Research at Cellebrite
Heather Mahalik Barnhart is the Senior Director of Forensics Research at Cellebrite, leading research in digital forensics and data analysis.
Herbert Joe
Attorney/Board Certified Forensic Examiner at Law Office of Herbert Joe
Herbert Joe is an Attorney and Board Certified Forensic Examiner at the Law Office of Herbert Joe, focusing on cyber theft and data breach legal considerations.
Ian Whiffin
Senior Technical Product Manager at Cellebrite
Ian Whiffin is the Senior Technical Product Manager at Cellebrite, specializing in digital evidence analysis.
Jared Barnhart
Head of CX Strategy and Customer Advocacy at Cellebrite
Jared Barnhart is the Head of CX Strategy and Customer Advocacy at Cellebrite, focusing on customer experience strategies in digital forensics.
Jason Miranda
Solutions Consultant at Magnet Forensics
Jason Miranda is a Solutions Consultant at Magnet Forensics, specializing in vehicle forensics investigations.
Jeff Rutherford
Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics
Jeff Rutherford is a Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics, specializing in digital media triage and forensic analysis.
Jenna Walker
Video Communications Specialist at FBI
Jenna Walker is a Video Communications Specialist at the FBI, specializing in video evidence presentation.
Jennifer Wing
Detective/Task Force Officer at Orlando Police Department
Jennifer Wing is a Detective and Task Force Officer at the Orlando Police Department, focusing on CSAM investigations.
Jessica Hyde
Founder at Hexordia
Jessica Hyde is the Founder of Hexordia, focusing on mobile forensics and digital investigations.
Jessica Smith
Founder & CEO at ClickSafe Intelligence
Jessica Smith is the Founder and CEO of ClickSafe Intelligence, specializing in child exploitation within online gaming.
Jessica Stutzman
President at Pangea Research
Jessica Stutzman is the President of Pangea Research, specializing in OSINT validation.
John Kubinsky
Criminal Specialist at North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation
John Kubinsky is a Criminal Specialist at the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, specializing in digital investigations.
John Pizzuro
Head of Law Enforcement & Safety Policy at Snap, Inc.
John Pizzuro is the Head of Law Enforcement & Safety Policy at Snap, Inc., leading initiatives to enhance safety and collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
Josh Smith
Senior UAS Forensic Specialist at SkySafe
Josh Smith is a Senior UAS Forensic Specialist at SkySafe, specializing in airspace intelligence and drone forensics.
Joshua Hickman
Digital Forensics Expert at Cellebrite
Joshua Hickman is a Digital Forensics Expert at Cellebrite, specializing in AI applications in digital investigations.
Justin Fitzsimmons
Technical Prosecutor Lead at Magnet Forensics
Justin Fitzsimmons is the Technical Prosecutor Lead at Magnet Forensics, specializing in digital investigations.
Justin Tolman
Forensic SME/Evangelist at Exterro
Justin Tolman is a Forensic SME/Evangelist at Exterro, specializing in AI applications in digital forensics.
Kall Loper
Managing Director at BDO
Kall Loper is a Managing Director at BDO, specializing in cyber incident response strategies.
Karuna Naik
Director Digital Forensics & Investigations at S2|DATA
Karuna Naik is the Director of Digital Forensics & Investigations at S2|DATA, focusing on digital evidence analysis.
Keith Cregan
Captain at Morristown Police Department
Keith Cregan is a Captain at the Morristown Police Department, specializing in financial crime investigations.
Kevin Davis
Director of Digital Forensic Cloud Enclaves at CloudFit Software
Kevin Davis is the Director of Digital Forensic Cloud Enclaves at CloudFit Software, focusing on AI tools in law enforcement.
Kevin McTiernan
Vice President, Government Solutions at SS8
Kevin McTiernan is the Vice President of Government Solutions at SS8, specializing in criminal analytics.
Kevin Metcalf
Consultant at Greybeard Consulting LLC
Kevin Metcalf is a Consultant at Greybeard Consulting LLC, specializing in integrating OSINT and cyber investigative tradecraft.
Kurt Ekensten
Project Manager/Forensic Examiner at Digital Mountain, Inc.
Kurt Ekensten is a Project Manager and Forensic Examiner at Digital Mountain, Inc., specializing in AI prompts in digital investigations.
Larry Cameron
Chief Cyber Officer at Paradigm Intelligence Ltd
Larry Cameron is the Chief Cyber Officer at Paradigm Intelligence Ltd, focusing on blockchain forensic techniques.
Laura Anne Day
Area Sales Director at Epiq
Laura Anne Day is an Area Sales Director at Epiq, focusing on secure and defensible generative AI workflows for legal processes.
Lee Perlis
Portfolio Marketing Director at Cellebrite
Lee Perlis is the Portfolio Marketing Director at Cellebrite, focusing on AI applications in digital forensics.
Magnus Hedlund
International Channel Manager at Mission Darkness
Magnus Hedlund is the International Channel Manager at Mission Darkness, specializing in mobile device evidence handling.
Mark Gramajo
Senior Security Researcher at Microsoft
Mark Gramajo is a Senior Security Researcher at Microsoft, specializing in cyber threat actor persistence and exfiltration mechanisms.
Mark van Staalduinen
Managing Director at CFLW Cyber Strategies
Mark van Staalduinen is the Managing Director at CFLW Cyber Strategies, focusing on dark web monitoring and crypto-asset analytics.
Martin Westman
Global Head of Research at MSAB Inc
Martin Westman is the Global Head of Research at MSAB Inc, specializing in mobile forensics.
Matt Cresta
Detective (Ret.), Sales Manager at PenLink
Matt Cresta is a retired Detective and current Sales Manager at PenLink, focusing on digital location data in investigations.
Matt Danner
Founder & CEO at Monolith Forensics
Matt Danner is the Founder & CEO of Monolith Forensics, specializing in modern investigative tools.
Matt Finnegan
Senior Solutions Architect at Oxygen Forensics, Inc
Matt Finnegan is a Senior Solutions Architect at Oxygen Forensics, Inc, specializing in integrating AI in digital investigations.
Matt Goeckel
Senior Technical Manager at Cellebrite
Matt Goeckel is a Senior Technical Manager at Cellebrite, specializing in AI-driven digital investigations.
Matt Miller
Business Development at Mission Darkness
Matt Miller is in Business Development at Mission Darkness, focusing on mobile device evidence handling.
Matthew Morin
Senior Project Manager at BlackRainbow, LLC.
Matthew Morin is a Senior Project Manager at BlackRainbow, LLC., specializing in operational excellence frameworks for investigative teams.
Matthew Turner
Sr. Manager of Law Enforcement Engagement at Roblox
Matthew Turner is the Senior Manager of Law Enforcement Engagement at Roblox, focusing on platform safety.
Melissa Kaiser
Trainer and Consultant at MelKai Consulting, LLC
Melissa Kaiser is a Trainer and Consultant at MelKai Consulting, LLC, specializing in multidisciplinary responses to trafficking and exploitation cases.
Melissa Maranville
Founder/CEO at DeVille and Associates LLC
Melissa Maranville is the Founder and CEO of DeVille and Associates LLC, focusing on digital tradecraft in exploitation investigations.
Michael Mansuy
VP of Operations at Digital Mountain, Inc.
Michael Mansuy is the VP of Operations at Digital Mountain, Inc., focusing on AI applications in digital forensics.
Michael Quartararo
President at Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS)
Michael Quartararo is the President of ACEDS, focusing on e-discovery and digital forensics.
Michelle Kovitch
Chief Strategy Officer at S2|DATA
Michelle Kovitch is the Chief Strategy Officer at S2|DATA, focusing on digital chain of custody practices.
Mikael Ibanez
Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB Inc
Mikael Ibanez is a Technical Sales Engineer at MSAB Inc, focusing on mobile forensics.
Patterson Cake
Director of Incident Response at Black Hills Information Security
Patterson Cake is the Director of Incident Response at Black Hills Information Security, specializing in rapid triage workflows.
Patti Zerwas
Project Manager at Haynes and Boone, LLP
Patti Zerwas is a Project Manager at Haynes and Boone, LLP, specializing in integrating AI in legal investigations and litigation.
Paul Aleman
Director of Business Development at DATAPILOT
Paul Aleman is the Director of Business Development at DATAPILOT, specializing in digital forensics solutions.
Paul Lorentz
Head of Customer Engagement at Cellebrite
Paul Lorentz is the Head of Customer Engagement at Cellebrite, focusing on digital forensics innovations.
Peter Chartier
Retired Special Agent at FDIC-OIG
Peter Chartier is a Retired Special Agent from FDIC-OIG, focusing on financial crime investigations.
Renato Silva
CTO at TechBiz Forense Digital
Renato Silva is the CTO of TechBiz Forense Digital, specializing in AI applications in digital investigations.
Rob Attoe
Drone Forensics Trainer at Spyder Forensics
Rob Attoe is a Drone Forensics Trainer at Spyder Forensics, focusing on forensic insights into AI applications.
Rob Maddox
Global Director of Training and Technical Sales at Detego Global
Rob Maddox is the Global Director of Training and Technical Sales at Detego Global, focusing on end-to-end investigation management.
Robert Fried
EVP of Forensics and Chief Investigative Officer at Page One, Inc.
Robert Fried is the EVP of Forensics and Chief Investigative Officer at Page One, Inc., specializing in digital investigations.
Robert Gaines
Vice President, Digital Forensics and Incident Response at Packetwatch
Robert Gaines is the Vice President of Digital Forensics and Incident Response at Packetwatch, specializing in BEC tradecraft.
Robert OLeary
Sr. Solutions Engineer at Binalyze
Robert OLeary is a Senior Solutions Engineer at Binalyze, focusing on proactive threat hunting.
Rodney Smith
Detective at Gaston County Police Department
Rodney Smith is a Detective at the Gaston County Police Department, focusing on digital forensics.
Rohit Heera
Inspector at Punjab Police
Rohit Heera is an Inspector at the Punjab Police, focusing on mobile forensics in CSAM investigations.
Ronald Hedges
Principal at Ronald J. Hedges LLC
Ronald Hedges is a Principal at Ronald J. Hedges LLC, specializing in the authentication and admissibility of AI-generated evidence.
Scott Bassett
Criminal Specialist at NC State Bureau of Investigation
Scott Bassett is a Criminal Specialist at the NC State Bureau of Investigation, focusing on multi-agency operations.
Scott Tuma
Director, Intelligence Programs at PenLink
Scott Tuma is the Director of Intelligence Programs at PenLink, specializing in digital surveillance.
Stephen Bunting
CEO / Senior Forensic Consultant at Bunting Digital Forensics, LLC
Stephen Bunting is the CEO and Senior Forensic Consultant at Bunting Digital Forensics, LLC, focusing on digital evidence analysis.
Steve Gemperle
Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics
Steve Gemperle is a Forensic Consultant at Magnet Forensics, focusing on digital evidence examination.
Thomas Magbee
Director at Integra FEC
Thomas Magbee is a Director at Integra FEC, focusing on illicit flows in the crypto industry.
Thomas Scott
Founder/CEO at CyberSherpas
Thomas Scott is the Founder and CEO of CyberSherpas, focusing on cybersecurity incident response.
Todd Shipley
President at Dark Intel
Todd Shipley is the President of Dark Intel, specializing in AI challenges in digital forensics.
Troy Stairwalt
Chief Executive Officer at WI Cyber Response Team
Troy Stairwalt is the Chief Executive Officer at WI Cyber Response Team, specializing in cybersecurity and incident response.
Will Baggett
Lead Insider Threat Investigator at RW Grant Consulting
Will Baggett is the Lead Insider Threat Investigator at RW Grant Consulting, specializing in state-sponsored corporate financial espionage.
Will Del Carmen
Criminal Specialist at NC State Bureau of Investigation
Will Del Carmen is a Criminal Specialist at the NC State Bureau of Investigation, focusing on digital forensics.
Event Details
- Date
- June 2-4, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Myrtle Beach, United States
- Myrtle Beach Sheraton & Convention Center
- Pricing
- $1,195 - $1,695
- Audience
- Corporate network security professionals, law enforcement digital forensic specialists, cybersecurity industry leaders
- CLE Credits
- CPE credits available
- Attendees
- Over 1,000 attendees