C4 Security Summit
Protecting Cryptocurrency Systems: From Key Generation to Incident Response
August 19, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Eastern
Join C4 and invited industry experts for a live virtual summit exploring how cryptocurrency systems can be protected throughout the lifecycle of cryptographic key material.
Whether you’re securing your own assets or responsible for enterprise custody, this event provides practical, vendor-neutral education drawn from real-world incidents and industry best practices.
Reserve your spot!
Registration is free, but advance registration is required.
Join cryptocurrency security experts for five educational sessions covering secure key generation, custody models, protecting key material, and preparing for key compromise.
Industry Experts From
Why Learn from C4?
This event is based on the same principles that underpin the Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS™), the industry’s leading technology-neutral standard for securing cryptocurrency systems.
The CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4) is the entity behind the CCSS, a technology-neutral standard that helps organizations secure cryptocurrency systems and key material.
For more than a decade, the CCSS has been used by exchanges, custodians, financial institutions, and other entities to assess and strengthen their security practices.
While this summit introduces key concepts and practical considerations, C4 also provides comprehensive training and professional certifications for individuals and entities seeking deeper expertise in cryptocurrency security.
Why Attend?
Cryptocurrency security doesn’t begin with storing private keys—it begins with generating them securely.
This three-hour virtual summit explores the lifecycle of key protection, from secure key generation and custody decisions to protecting key material and preparing for compromise.
You’ll leave with a stronger understanding of the risks facing cryptocurrency systems and the questions every individual and organization should be asking.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for:
- Cryptocurrency holders
- Security professionals
- Custodians
- Exchanges
- Financial institutions
- Developers
- Risk and compliance professionals
- Anyone responsible for protecting cryptocurrency systems
Agenda
Event Schedule
9:00 AM ET
Opening Remarks
Introduction to C4 and Welcome to the summit.
S. Dirk Anderson
Founder & Chief Strategist at Imagine Crypto, LLC
CCSS Steering Committee Chair
Jessica Levesque
Executive Director, C4
9:02 AM ET
Keynote: Why Cryptocurrency Security Matters
An overview of secure key management and the security challenges facing today’s cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Jameson Lopp
Co-Founder and Chief Security Officer of Casa
CCSS Steering Committee Member
CCSS Steering Committee Member
9:10 AM ET
The Cryptocurrency Threat Landscape
Explore common threats and security principles that help reduce the risk of cryptocurrency compromise.
S. Dirk Anderson
Founder & Chief Strategist at Imagine Crypto, LLC
CCSS Steering Committee Chair
Gianfranco Bazzani
Head of AI Operations
Ankita Dhawan
Founder and Principal
Jameson Lopp
Co-Founder and Chief Security Officer of Casa
CCSS Steering Committee Member
9:40 AM ET
Secure Key Generation
Common misconceptions, key generation methods, and lessons learned from recent industry incidents.
Justin Fang
Enterprise Architect
CCSSI
Adam Healy
Co-founder & CEO
Shagufta Sayani
Senior Manager
Ron Stoner
Cybersecurity executive
10:10 AM ET
Choosing a Custody Model
Compare common custody approaches and the factors that influence key management decisions.
Pedro Abriata Fontes
Head of Infrastructure and Security
Ani Dhumal
Founder
Marc Krisjanous
Founder and Principal Consultant at Zanarc
Ben Wilton
Director of Sales Engineering, APAC
10:40 AM ET
Protecting Key Material
Practical approaches for protecting key material throughout its lifecycle.
Abhi Mahagaonkar
Chief Technology Officer
Jose Aguinaga
VP of Solutions Engineering
Emma Todd
Founder and CEO
Dmytro Yasmanovych
Head of GRC & Security Operations
11:10 AM ET
Preparing for and Responding to Key Compromise
Examine considerations for preparing for, responding to, and learning from key compromises.
Tiago Assumpcao
Technical Director | Threat Intelligence & Collaborative Defense
Bezalel Eithan Raviv
Founder and CΞO, Lionsgate Network
Charné van Heerden
Head of Audit
Ethan Johnson
Founder of Next Encrypt Infosec
11:40 AM ET
Closing Roundtable: Connecting the Security Dots
- Connections across the day’s discussions
- Audience questions
- Final recommendations
- Closing thoughts
S. Dirk Anderson
Founder & Chief Strategist at Imagine Crypto, LLC
CCSS Steering Committee Chair
Michael Perklin
Security Expert and Chairman of the Board, CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the summit, attendees should be able to:
- Identify common threats that can lead to cryptocurrency key compromise.
- Understand why secure key generation is essential.
- Compare common custody models.
- Recognize key considerations for protecting key material.
- Understand why incident response planning matters.
- Know where additional education or qualified expertise may be appropriate.
Ready to go deeper? Explore C4’s CCSS training and certification programs for comprehensive education on implementing and assessing cryptocurrency security controls.
Event Details
Date
August 19, 2026
Time
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
(UTC-4)
(UTC-4)
Location
Live Virtual Event
Price
Free
Hosted By
CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4)