Defcon's new badge is a security key you can see inside
The Defcon hacker conference has introduced a new badge featuring a removable, open-source hardware security chip designed by Andrew 'bunnie' Huang. This innovation allows the badge to function as a standalone security token long after the event concludes.
Why it matters
Represents a shift in hardware security design, emphasizing transparency and the repurposing of conference hardware for practical, long-term use.
See-through packaging Defcon’s new badge is a security key you can see inside A removable chip lets hackers inspect their badge—and keep using it after Defcon.
5 All badges have a transparent, removable core module that functions as a standalone, open source hardware security token. Credit: Andrew "Bunnie" Huang All badges have a transparent, removable core module that functions as a standalone, open source hardware security token. Credit: Andrew "Bunnie" Huang Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav It’s been a longtime feature of the annual Defcon hacker conference that attendees come away not only with knowledge of new software vulnerabilities and hacking techniques but also an elaborately designed conference badge—often electronic masterpieces embedded with intricate puzzles , complex crypto challenges, hidden Easter eggs , and even the mechanical gear trains of a watch.
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