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Pwn2Own Ireland 2026 - The Full Schedule
Pwn2Own Ireland 2026 has commenced in Cork with a record number of security researchers participating. The competition spans three days, featuring attempts across mobile phones, smart home devices, AI infrastructure, printers, and wellness products. Day one kicks off with multiple teams targeting devices like the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Sonos Era 300, offering significant prize money and Master of Pwn points. Notable attempts include VinSOC targeting the Philips Hue Bridge Pro and Summoning Team's pursuit of vulnerabilities in Garmin Index BPM. The day concludes with White Noise Club aiming for a substantial prize on the Google Pixel 10. Day two presents further challenges, with KAIST Hacking Lab focusing on the Google Pixel 10 via USB and Out of Bounds tackling Dynamo. Doyensec and RET2 Systems are scheduled to attempt exploits on Home Assistant Green and Sonos Era 300 respectively. Day three continues the intense cybersecurity battle, featuring Summoning Team and OtterSec targeting smart home and AI database systems. The competition highlights the diverse landscape of IoT and AI security, with significant financial incentives for successful exploits. The schedule indicates ongoing efforts throughout each day, with live leaderboards providing real-time updates.