Black Hat and Def CON in Vegas are both over. The questions the conferences raised aren’t. We had a team on the ground and they made one thing clear: attackers are moving faster because AI lets them. Is your offensive security keeping pace?

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Shuffle Up and Deal: Analyzing the Security of Automated Card Shufflers
There’s a long history of cheating in the world of gambling, from hiding aces up your sleeve to developing modern hacks. So it’s no surprise that modern casinos are designed with security in mind; thousands of cameras watch every square inch of the floor, closely monitoring each table and machine. Nevertheless, cheating still occurs and can lead to millions of dollars in losses, not only to casinos but, in some games, to players as well. Check out the research

The state of AI and trends to look out for in H2 of 2026

Robert E. Lee, IOActive Director of AI Strategy, will discuss his thoughts on the state of AI, what changes we saw in the first half of 2026, and what organizations can expect to face in H2. AI is evolving daily, which means that strategies to protect yourself from AI malicious attacks need to evolve as well. Robert will discuss ways that IOA uses AI to stay on top of cybersecurity trends while also discussing real-world examples that showcase the speed at which AI is changing. Download the deck

Owning a Bitcoin ATM

Nowadays, Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies might look less popular than they did just a few years ago. However, it is still quite common to find Bitcoin ATMs in numerous locations. 

IOActive had access to few of these machines, specifically to Lamassu’s Douro ATM (https://lamassu.is). This provided us with the opportunity to assess the security of these devices – more specifically, to attempt to achieve full control over them. Check out the research

IOActive Research Timeline

IOActive has a renowned history of uncovering security vulnerabilities in information technology platforms and devices. Our clients frequently ask our consultants to evaluate new products and technologies on their behalf. Our research teams regularly evaluate new devices and software. As a result, IOActive often discovers new bugs and vulnerabilities in third-party products, which can have a damaging impact on our clients’ security if the vulnerable vendors do not fix these issues in a timely manner. Check out our research

Security Services for your business, situation, and risks

For more than two decades, IOActive has delivered research-fueled security services to many of the world’s leading companies. We meld an attacker’s perspective with an understanding of your risk profile to uncover high-risk weaknesses wherever they reside in your environments and products. We transfer knowledge and deliver actionable, vendor-agnostic recommendations that empower organizations to stay ahead of threats and measurably improve business resiliency. Check out our services overview