GovWare Conference & Exhibition 2026 (SICW)

13–15 October 2026 | Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore

CREST International is proud to be an official Supporting Association of GovWare Conference & Exhibition 2026, taking place from 13–15 October at Sands Expo & Convention Centre during Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW).
GovWare is a cornerstone event of SICW, bringing together the global cybersecurity community to exchange ideas, strengthen collaboration and explore the technologies, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of cyber.
This year, CREST will have a strong presence across the week, with executive roundtables, networking events and contributions to the conference programme.

CREST at SICW & GovWare 2026

Day 1 | AI and Quantum in Financial Services Executive Roundtable

CREST International and the Cyber Risk Institute will host an exclusive, closed-door executive roundtable bringing together senior leaders from financial services, cybersecurity, standards organisations and regulatory bodies.
The discussion will explore how AI and quantum technologies are reshaping cyber resilience, assurance and governance, and the practical actions needed to maintain trust as these technologies evolve.
13 October | 1.00pm–2.30pm | SICW I, Level 3, Jasmine 3804–3805

Closed-door event | By invitation only

View the roundtable on the SICW 2026 agenda

Day 1 | CREST VIP Reception

CREST will also host an invitation-only VIP Reception, bringing together senior cybersecurity leaders, policymakers and industry executives from across the region and internationally.

13 October | 5.00pm–6.00pm

Closed-door event | By invitation only

View the CREST VIP Reception on the SICW 2026 agenda

Day 1 | Workforce Development Panel

CREST CEO Nick Benson will also contribute to the conference programme as a panellist in the Workforce Development Panel: Supercharging the Cyber Workforce – AI, Skills, and Accreditation. The session will add CREST’s perspective to the wider conversation around strengthening the cybersecurity workforce, skills and professional standards.

Workforce Development Panel: Supercharging the Cyber Workforce – AI, Skills, and Accreditation | Singapore International Cyber Week

Day 2 | CREST Annual Leaders Dinner

On Day 2, CREST will host its annual Leaders Dinner, bringing together members, partners and senior stakeholders from across the region. The evening provides an opportunity to celebrate our community and recognise the contribution of those who have supported CREST’s work and the wider cybersecurity profession throughout the year.

Exclusive GovWare Offer for the CREST Community

As part of CREST’s Supporting Association partnership with GovWare, the CREST community can access a special promotional offer when registering for a GovWare 2026 Full Conference Pass. CREST’s published GovWare promotion lists the code below. Promotional code: MGWP26SA450_CREST

Explore GovWare 2026

Alongside the conference programme, delegates can explore the GovWare Exhibition and Tech Talk sessions, providing further opportunities to discover emerging technologies and hear practical perspectives on cybersecurity trends and operational challenges.

View the GovWare 2026 agenda
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