XPERTS26 APAC, Monday, 28 September - Friday, 2 October 2026

Xperts26 APAC full agenda is coming soon! Register now and guarantee your attendance to the event.

We’re bringing the NSE 8 Practical Exam to XPERTS26
For the first time ever, we are hosting the NSE 8 proctored practical exam at Xperts26. If you hold a valid NSE 7 certificate and are ready to attempt the NSE 8 exam, this is your chance to skip the trip to a Fortinet regional office.

Date & Time: Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

To reserve your slot, please purchase an NSE 8 exam voucher and email us at apac_xperts@fortinet.com. Please note that seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Register Early to Build Your Agenda

The full agenda will be launched in early June, featuring 28 in-depth technical sessions over 3.5 full days, delivered by our world-class Fortinet Technical Security Experts. By securing your slot now, you’ll have first choice of these sessions, ensuring you don’t miss out on the topics that matter most to you.

Who can attend Fortinet XPERTS26 APAC?

APAC approved Partners with valid* Fortinet NSE Certification levels NSE 4-8 (FCX, FCSS and FCP).  As a Fortinet Network Security Expert certified professional, you are invited to attend this year’s Xperts at the Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, Bangkok, Thailand, from Monday, 28 September to Friday, 2 October 2026.
*The certification must be valid at the time of the event

What to expect at this year’s XPERTS26 APAC

  •  The integration of AI-driven analytics via a hands-on, operational approach empowering partners to actively implement, customize, and manage customer solutions across SOC automation, Shadow AI visibility and control, AI Factory security, agentic AI ecosystems with FortiAI and third-party agents, and end-to-end LLM and AI pipeline security. 
  • Cutting-edge strategies for SOC optimization, including leveraging AI for incident prioritization, streamlining workflows, and improving threat intelligence sharing. 
  • Advanced methodologies for securing OT environments, with a focus on mitigating risks in industrial control systems and critical infrastructure. 

Seats are limited, so don’t wait! Secure your blind pass today and guarantee your place at Xperts26 with our early bird promo fee of $1,800 USD when you register by 15 August 2026. After that, standard fee of $2,000 USD applies.

The Ultimate Fabric Challenge (UFC) 

Don’t miss the official APAC qualifying round for the Global Championship 2027!  The Ultimate Fabric Challenge is back! Be the first ever to receive the new medals, for the ultimate bragging rights!

For newcomers, the challenge is held at each worldwide Xpert Event throughout 2026. In the first round, you’ll form teams of 2 and compete in an eSports-style competition, to complete a series of technical objectives within a Fortinet customer environment. In this edition, we will explore the fundamentals of Security Operation, use FortiAnalyzer as the centralized device for threat hunting and use its fabric connectors to increase visibilities and use playbooks to automate the remediation tasks. We will also explore the latest advanced features in SASE. The top teams will move on to compete individually in the final round and top 10 finalists will qualify for the Global Championship, to be held at Accelerate 2027! Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-year opportunity to be part of the challenge!                                                                                              

Speakers 

Agenda

In Progress

See You in Bangkok in September!

Bangkok is famed for its rich cultural heritage, ornate temples, and world-class street food. The capital of Thailand promises an unforgettable travel experience, it dazzles visitors with lively nightlife, and bustling markets—seamlessly blending tradition and modernity in a way that leaves a lasting impression.

Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park

Address

199 Sukhumvit Alley 22, Khlong Tan,

Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

Contact

+66 2 059 5555

Distance

36 km from Suvarnabhumi Airport/

22 km from Don Muang Airport