Held at KINTEX from 18–20 March, SECON & eGISEC 2026 highlighted the growing convergence of physical and cybersecurity in the AI era.
According to SECON, the event is recognised as Korea’s longest-running and most established security exhibition.
As AI, cloud computing and quantum security become central to addressing cyber-threats, the convergence of physical and cybersecurity – along with AI and IoT-based solutions – has emerged as a key industry trend.
This shift was evident at SECON & eGISEC 2026, held under the theme “Building Trust in the Age of AI.”
Integrated security highlights
Throughout the integrated security event, SECON demonstrated how AI is being applied across integrated security.
Key applications included biometric access control, real-time abnormal behaviour detection and safety solutions for smart cities, ICT infrastructure and wildfire monitoring.
The event also highlighted Explainable AI (XAI) and Proactive AI technologies, enabling transparent decision-making and predictive response capabilities.
Major exhibitors including Verkada, Suprema, TP-Link, Hanwha Vision and Union Biometrics presented platform-based solutions integrating video security, access control and analytics.
Suprema introduced its “Suprema AI Platform,” integrating facial authentication, video analytics and access control, allowing centralised management of access logs and CCTV footage in a single system.
TP-Link showcased an integrated solution connecting its B2B and B2C products – “VIGI,” “Omada” and “Tapo”—along with its AI assistant “Aireal” for network management, device control and video search in one platform.
Union Biometrics unveiled its cloud-based access control platform “Alpeta X” and “Integrated Authentication Center,” along with biometric authentication technologies such as pet nose print registration system and “Live Guard”.
Verkada presented a cloud-based platform integrating video security, access control and sensor systems, enhancing security and operational efficiency through AI analytics and hardware.
Hanwha Vision introduced an integrated platform covering design to operation, featuring AI cameras with enhanced low-light performance, WDR and noise reduction, along with cloud-based video surveillance and dynamic privacy masking.
In the camera and video surveillance sector, TVT highlighted AI video search and thermal imaging solutions tailored to various industries, while IDIS offered an immersive “IDIS Safety CINEMA” to showcase ultra-low-light “NOVA” cameras and web-based transaction-blocking solutions.
Overall, SECON 2026 demonstrated the growth potential of the AI-driven integrated security market through a diverse range of monitoring platforms and analytics solutions.
Cybersecurity highlights
eGISEC 2026, a leading cybersecurity-focused event, focused on automation and integration technologies addressing the shortage of cybersecurity professionals.
AI driven real-time analysis and pattern recognition enabled large-scale threat detection and response, while Proactive AI and natural language-based analytics supported tasks difficult for humans to handle.
Zero Trust solutions were also widely showcased, addressing insider threats and lateral movement in remote and hybrid environments.
Exhibitors
Key exhibitors included AhnLab, INCA Internet, SoftCamp and WAREVALLEY.
AhnLab presented its next-generation network security solution “AhnLab XTG” platform, integrating firewall, VPN, ZTNA, IPS and DLP, along with virtual system deployment use cases for large enterprises and data centers.
INCA Internet introduced its centralised endpoint security platform “TACHYON,” demonstrating USB/external
storage control, DLP and malware prevention for corporate, public, financial and gaming sectors.
SoftCamp showcased “AX Security Enabler,” integrating document security (DRM) and access control with hands-on SaaS use cases and its Zero Trust remote access solution “SHIELDGATE,” featuring RBI technology, IAP-based access control and web isolation.
WAREVALLEY presented “Chakra Max,” integrating database access control and auditing. They also showcased “LogCatch,” which offers integrated log management and anomaly detection for core data protection and security operations.
Through eGISEC, visitors were able to experience how various AI-based integrated solutions and automation technologies are applied in real-world scenarios, while gaining a comprehensive view of the latest trends in next-generation cybersecurity.
Hosted buyer and match-making programme
SECON & eGISEC 2026 officially invited more than 170 Hosted Buyers and delegates from 15 countries and regions, including the USA, China, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Lebanon and South Korea.
The Organiser provided a Business Matching Platform to facilitate pre-event communication and scheduling between buyers and over 300 exhibitors.
The platform enabled smooth online discussions ahead of the show, resulting in highly productive on-site 1:1 meetings.
As a result, more than 410 meetings were pre-matched, with potential business valued at USD 45 million discussed.
Hosted Buyers praised the programme for its efficiency and the opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies and potential partnerships.
“The fourth industrial revolution”
Mr. Jincai Yang, International President of Asia Pacific Security Association (APSA), said: “This is like the fourth industrial revolution-to experience all these new technologies like AI, security solutions and UAV/unmanned systems, how they cooperate with each other in SECON & eGISEC.”
“Easy to understand each other’s business”
Mr. Bede Lau, Business Development Manager at ASSA ABLOY GLOBAL SOLUTIONS SINGAPORE PTE LTD noted: “The online platform made it easy to understand each other’s business and prepare for meetings in advance, saving valuable time on-site.”
“Valuable networking opportunities”
Ms. Shereen Wong, Head of Product & Marketing at ICT Zone Ventures Berhad added: “SECON & eGISEC not only provide business opportunities but also valuable networking opportunities and keep up with trends.
“This is where we can bring everyone together to share information, see how they are doing and explore how to collaborate.”
Conference and seminars overview
SECON & eGISEC 2026 featured a comprehensive lineup of conferences and seminars, comprising 32 tracks and 159 sessions.
The programme covered a wide range of topics, including the Exhibitor Technical Seminar, ASIS Korea Chapter: Shaping the Future of Security, Asia Pacific Security Association Seoul Conference, e-Government Information Security Conference, Industrial Security Trends, Aviation Security and more.
In particular, the 2026 Security World Conference, held under the theme “Empowering Trust in the Age of AI,” was conducted with simultaneous Korean–English interpretation and served as a platform to share the current status and key challenges of AI security.
The conference featured leading experts from Yonsei University, KAIST Cybersecurity Research Center, ETRI, GH Solution, OMDIA APAC and TAPA APAC, with presentations covering AI security trends, cloud and supply chain risks, Zero Trust transitions and responsible engineering in the AI era.
Looking ahead to SECON & eGISEC 2027
SECON & eGISEC 2027 will take place from 17-19 March 2027 at KINTEX, Korea.
The upcoming edition is expected to feature over 30,000 m² of exhibition space, 400+ exhibitors, 30,000+ visitors and 160+ conferences and seminars.
Key categories will include AI Security, Video Surveillance, Cybersecurity, Smart City Security, Industrial Security, OT Security, Access Control, Homeland Security, Social Security, Fault Diagnosis/Monitoring, Backup/Recovery and Network.
SECON & eGISEC 2027 will continue to offer a premier platform for global business networking, knowledge sharing and exploration of the latest security innovations.
