Are you hungry for news and trends in Identity Security? For professionals dedicated to safeguarding digital identities, one event consistently serves as the essential compass, guiding them through this complex landscape: Identiverse 2025.
This isn’t just another conference; it’s a carefully curated convergence of the brightest minds, the most groundbreaking technologies, and the most pressing discussions shaping the very fabric of digital trust.
As the date fast approaches, anticipation is building for this immersive experience, where thought leaders, pioneering innovators, and seasoned practitioners unite to dissect the current challenges and collaboratively forge the future of digital identity.
If you’re driven to understand and actively influence the trajectory of identity security, mark your calendar—Identiverse 2025 is an unmissable opportunity to gain a critical edge.
What is Identiverse? A Look at the Premier Identity Security Gathering
Identiverse stands as the keystone platform for digital identity professionals worldwide. For over a decade, this conference has been the central meeting point where industry leaders, seasoned practitioners, and groundbreaking innovators converge to dissect the evolving challenges and collaboratively build the future of digital identity.
Originally founded by Andre Durand, the visionary CEO of Ping Identity, the event began its journey in 2010 under the name “Cloud Identity Summit” (CIS). Recognizing the seismic shift as organizations began their migration to the cloud, CIS was established to address the fundamental questions surrounding digital identity in this new paradigm. The initial summits were smaller, more intimate gatherings focused on tackling the core issues of securing identities in cloud environments.
Over the years, as the identity landscape expanded beyond just cloud concerns to encompass a broader spectrum of topics – including mobile identity, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats – the conference evolved to reflect this wider scope. In 2018, the event officially rebranded as “Identiverse,” a name that better encapsulated its comprehensive coverage of the entire digital identity universe.
Today, Identiverse 2025 has grown into a major annual event, attracting thousands of attendees and featuring hundreds of expert speakers across a diverse range of sessions, workshops, and keynotes. While Ping Identity played a pivotal role in its inception and continues as a key supporter, Identiverse has broadened its reach and influence, becoming an independent platform that fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing across the entire identity security ecosystem. It remains the premier destination to gain deep insights into emerging trends, establish best practices, showcase innovative solutions, and ultimately advance the state of the art in digital identity.
Why is Identiverse 2025 So Crucial for Identity Security Professionals?
In the high-velocity world of identity security, where new threats emerge daily and the technological landscape shifts constantly, remaining stagnant is a recipe for vulnerability. Identiverse is a vital compass, offering unparalleled guidance and fostering the critical connections needed to navigate this complex terrain. Its importance stems from several key factors:
- A Crystal Ball into the Future of Identity: Identiverse consistently emphasizes emerging trends and nascent technologies. By attending, you gain a first-hand look at where the industry is heading—whether it’s the evolving role of AI in identity, the intricacies of securing non-human identities, the advancements in decentralized identity models, or the practical steps towards a truly passwordless future. This forward-looking perspective allows you to proactively prepare your strategies and skillsets for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
- Unrivaled Access to Expert Knowledge: The conference curates a remarkable lineup of thought leaders, industry pioneers, and hands-on practitioners. These aren’t just theoretical discussions; they are real-world insights shared by those who are actively shaping the identity security landscape. From CISOs of Fortune 500 companies sharing their strategic approaches to deep-dive technical sessions led by engineers on the cutting edge, Identiverse offers a diverse range of expertise you won’t find concentrated elsewhere.
- The Epicenter for Networking and Collaboration: Identity security is a collaborative endeavor. Identiverse provides an invaluable platform to connect with peers facing similar challenges, forge partnerships with innovative vendors, and build a professional network that extends far beyond the conference floor. The informal interactions, dedicated networking events, and even chance encounters can spark new ideas, lead to valuable collaborations, and provide crucial support in navigating your own organizational hurdles.
- Comprehensive Coverage Across the Identity Spectrum: Unlike more niche events, Identiverse offers a holistic view of the identity ecosystem. The agenda delves into a wide array of critical topics, ensuring that whether your focus is on workforce identity, customer identity, governance, access management, threat detection, or the foundational standards and architectures, you’ll find relevant and insightful content. This breadth of coverage allows for a more integrated understanding of how different identity domains intersect and impact overall security.
- A Finger on the Pulse of Innovation: The expo hall at Identiverse is a dynamic showcase of the latest identity security solutions and services. It’s an opportunity to get hands-on with new technologies, understand the capabilities of different vendors, and evaluate potential solutions for your organization’s specific needs. This direct interaction can significantly accelerate your understanding of available tools and help inform strategic technology investments.
Identiverse 2025 is more than just a conference; it’s an investment in your professional growth and your organization’s security posture. It’s where the future of identity security is discussed, debated, and ultimately, defined. Position yourself and your organization at the forefront of this critical and constantly evolving field.
Agenda Highlights: A Deep Dive into Identity’s Future
Identiverse isn’t just a series of talks; it’s a carefully orchestrated program designed to immerse attendees in the most critical and forward-thinking areas of identity security.
The agenda is a dynamic blend of visionary keynotes, in-depth workshops, interactive sessions, and cutting-edge demonstrations, ensuring there’s something for every level of expertise and area of focus.
Here’s a deeper look at some of the core themes and what you can anticipate:
- The AI Revolution in Identity: Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s actively reshaping how we approach identity security. Expect sessions that delve into how AI is being leveraged for enhanced threat detection, adaptive authentication, identity analytics, and even the management of AI-driven identities themselves. You’ll gain insights into the ethical considerations, potential risks, and practical applications of AI in securing the digital realm.
- Navigating the Complexities of Non-Human Identity: In today’s interconnected world, the number of non-human identities (applications, services, bots, devices) far outweighs human users. Identiverse dedicates significant attention to the unique challenges and emerging best practices for managing and securing these critical entities. Discover strategies for robust authentication, authorization, and lifecycle management of machine identities, crucial for protecting modern infrastructure and preventing sophisticated attacks.
- The Evolution of Personal Identity and Data Privacy: With increasing awareness around data privacy and user control, Identiverse explores the latest advancements in personal identity management. Expect discussions on decentralized identity models, self-sovereign identity, digital wallets, and technologies that empower individuals with greater control over their digital footprint while maintaining security and trust.
- Building a Foundation of Continuous Identity and Trust: The traditional perimeter-based security model is obsolete. Identiverse delves into the principles and practical implementation of continuous identity verification and trust assessment. Learn how to move beyond static authentication to dynamic risk analysis, behavioral biometrics, and context-aware access controls that adapt to evolving threats and user behavior in real-time.
- Deep Technical Dives and Hands-on Workshops: For those who like to get into the weeds, Identiverse offers numerous technical deep-dive sessions and hands-on workshops. These sessions provide practical knowledge on implementing specific technologies, integrating identity solutions, and tackling complex technical challenges directly from the experts who are building and deploying them.
- Strategic Insights for Leaders and Decision Makers: Identiverse also caters to the strategic needs of security leaders and business executives. Expect keynotes and executive-level discussions on aligning identity security with business objectives, managing risk in the face of digital transformation, and building a resilient and future-proof identity strategy for the entire organization.
As we delve deeper into these key topics and many other sessions on the agenda, attendees will gain a more comprehensive perspective on the present and future of identity security. We will walk away with valuable insights and connections, empowering us to navigate the evolving landscape confidently.
Meet the Experts: Learn From the Foremost Minds Shaping Identity Security
Identiverse 2025 boasts an exceptional roster of speakers – leading architects, visionary executives, and hands-on experts who are at the cutting edge of identity security. Prepare to gain invaluable insights from these thought leaders:
Tim Cappalli, Sr. Architect, Identity Standards, Okta: A driving force in shaping modern authentication, Tim works on verifiable digital credentials, phishing-resistant authentication, and Web Platform APIs at Okta. As an editor for key W3C specifications (Web Authentication and Digital Credentials API) and a passkeys.dev and digitalcredentials maintainer.dev, Tim is instrumental in defining the future of secure online experiences. His session, “Passkeys and Verifiable Digital Credentials: Friends or Foes?”, promises a deep dive into these critical emerging standards.
Andre Durand, CEO & Founder, Ping Identity: The visionary founder of Ping Identity and Identiverse, Andre has been at the forefront of identity security for over two decades. His leadership has propelled Ping Identity to serve over 60% of the Fortune 100, protecting billions of identities. Andre’s insights into the strategic direction of the industry are always highly anticipated.
Ryan Galluzzo, Identity Program Lead, NIST: Leading digital identity initiatives at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Ryan plays a crucial role in advancing standards and guidance in the field. His contributions to NIST SP 800-63 Digital Identity Guidelines make him a key voice in shaping federal identity policy. Don’t miss his participation in the panel “Ain’t No Party Like a Relying Party: Verifiable Digital Credential Edition.”
Nitika Gupta, Partner Program Manager, Identity & Access Management, Microsoft: With deep technical expertise in Conditional Access and strong authentication, Nitika leads Program Management in Microsoft’s Identity division. Her work focuses on driving the adoption of Identity security best practices and Zero Trust principles. Her session, “Microsoft Presents: The Future of Identity Must Include Network Access,” will offer valuable insights into Microsoft’s vision.
David Mahdi, CIO, Transmit Security: A renowned visionary in identity, cryptography, fraud, and cybersecurity, and a former Gartner Research VP, David is a co-founder of the emerging Machine Identity Management market. His deep understanding of digital transformation, Zero Trust, and emerging identity paradigms makes his session, “Transmit Security Presents: The Need for CyberFusion: Because Fraudsters Don’t Care About Your Identity and Fraud Silos,” and his panel participation in “Liminal Presents: Identity Verification & CIAM: Collision or Convergence?” highly valuable.
Jim McDonald, Founder, Director and Host, Identity At The Center & Director of Risk Consulting, RSM US LLP: With over 20 years of IAM experience, Jim brings a practical and vendor-neutral perspective to the table. As the host of the popular “Identity At The Center” podcast, he facilitates crucial conversations within the industry. His Masterclass, “Thales Masterclass: B2B-IAM Smackdown: Defending the Future of Partner Identity,” promises actionable strategies for a critical area.
Steve Toole, Identity Strategist, SailPoint: With nearly two decades in Identity Security, Steve helps organizations globally understand and apply identity security to achieve their business goals. His session, “SailPoint Presents: AI-powered Identity Security: Practical Application to Solve Identity Specific Problems,” will explore the practical implications of AI in the IAM space.
Khizar Sultan, Vice President, IGA and IAM Solutions, CyberArk: Leading CyberArk’s Identity and Access Management solutions, Khizar is focused on addressing customers’ most pressing identity challenges and staying ahead of industry trends. His session, “CyberArk Presents: Breaking Free from Complexity: A Practical Guide to Workforce Access Security,” will offer practical guidance for navigating complex workforce access scenarios.
Chris Rasco, Chief Cloud Architect, Fiserv: With over 20 years of experience in cloud and identity security, Chris is dedicated to advancing IAM practices at Fiserv, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance in cloud-first environments. His participation in the panel “Crawl, Walk, Run: Achieving Identity Security in Cloud-First Environments” will provide valuable insights into cloud identity strategies.
Sean O’Dell, Senior Staff Security Engineer, Identity Security, The Walt Disney Company: A recognized expert spanning both Consumer and Workforce IAM, Sean co-chairs the Shared Signals Working Group in the OpenID Foundation. Known as “Sean O’Dentity,” his keynote, “Episode IX: The Rise of Continuous Identity,” promises a deep dive into the evolving landscape of dynamic trust and authentication.
Jeff Margolies, Chief Product and Strategy Officer, Saviynt: Jeff leads strategy and technology partnerships at Saviynt and brings over 25 years of experience in the security and Identity industry. His insights into market trends and long-term roadmaps make his “Thales Masterclass: B2B-IAM Smackdown: Defending the Future of Partner Identity” a valuable opportunity.
This impressive lineup represents just a fraction of the expertise you’ll find at Identiverse 2025. Each speaker offers a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge, making this an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the best in the field.
Join the Identity Revolution: Secure Your Place at the Forefront of Digital Trust
Identiverse 2025 isn’t just a conference you attend; it’s a movement you join. It’s a gathering of the vanguard – the individuals and organizations committed to forging a more secure and trustworthy digital future. By participating, you’re not just passively absorbing information; you’re actively engaging in the critical conversations, forging the vital connections, and gaining the actionable insights that will directly impact your work and your organization’s security posture.
Imagine yourself immersed in a vibrant community of peers, exchanging ideas with the very architects of modern identity standards, and gaining firsthand knowledge of the cutting-edge technologies that will define the next decade. Picture the “aha!” moments as you connect the dots between emerging trends and your own strategic challenges. Envision the invaluable relationships you’ll build – with potential partners, innovative vendors, and fellow professionals who understand the unique pressures and opportunities within identity security.
This isn’t a spectator sport; it’s an active arena for growth and collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned identity veteran looking to deepen your expertise in a specific domain like non-human identity or AI-driven security, a rising star eager to absorb foundational knowledge and build your network, or a business leader seeking to understand how identity security can drive innovation and mitigate risk, Identiverse offers a tailored experience designed to meet your specific needs.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Secure your place at Identiverse and position yourself and your organization at the forefront of digital trust. Invest in your knowledge, expand your network, and become an integral part of the identity revolution.
Learn more about the agenda, explore the full list of incredible speakers, and register today at the official Identiverse 2025 website. We look forward to seeing you there!
