International IT Security Convention, Exhibition and Training, the only conference dedicated entirely to keep data safe, secure, and private, will be held on August 8 – 10, 2008 at the SM Mega Trade Hall 1, Mandaluyong City, Philippines.

Produced by GlobalBusiness Inc, the HackaCon 2008 program will emphasize a unique experience where the academe, industry, government, professionals, decision makers and independent experts will come together to share knowledge and showcase new emerging technologies and security threats. This 3 day event includes tutorials, workshops, paper and panel sessions, keynotes, contest and exhibits.

“Today all organizations are exposed to security threats and are now aware that they are responsible for protecting their assets and privacy of their customers. We need to re-educate them and this is the best way,” said Ederlindo Cojuangco II, Chairman of Hackacon 2008 and former organizer of 1st Cebu Security Summit held on April 11 and 12, 2007 at SM Cebu Function Hall.

A contest dubbed as “1st Open Hack Challenge” will be open to all participants and attendees, and will be judged by a panel of security experts. Winners will be announced and prizes awarded on August 10, 2008.

At the HackaCon 2008, Information Officers, IT / IS Managers, Network Engineers, Ethical Hackers, Security Managers, International Delegates and other security professionals will have an opportunity to learn the state-of-the-art security protection technology. There is no better place to meet key industry experts, ask questions, see the latest products, and participate in important discussions.