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Official account for the DEF CON Next Generation initiative We are helping to support and empower the next generation of hackers, makers, and world shakers🦝🌟

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Outsmart an AI and show it who’s boss! Our CTF challenge will test you as you cox a chatbot into spilling secrets it’s sworn to keep. Come crack the code, snag the flags, and prove that even the smartest AIs can’t resist your clever moves!
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05.08.2025 13:07 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The DCNextGen attendees will be using their M138-Lite cipher kit for some challenges at DEFCON.

If you would like to see it in action, I created a WebApp version!

bradanlane.com/m138

03.08.2025 15:25 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for youth 8-18 attending DEF CON)
The DCNextGen room is located in the west hall on the second floor, Room 230

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02.08.2025 22:07 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen events are for youth 8-18)
Aerospace Village is back with DCNextGen this year! They are bringing Bricks in the Air (BitA) - You will learn about the I2C commands and networking. Then apply this as you try to control the actuators and motors on a Lego airplane model.
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30.07.2025 19:24 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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DCNextGen's mission is to empower the next generation of young hackers by creating an environment where hands on discoveries can reveal new and unexpected ways of thinking about security and technology. Lets explore and change the world together, one network at a time.
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27.07.2025 20:25 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
image has same text as description. additionally there is a raccoon face with crossed bones behind it, underneath the words d c next gen

image has same text as description. additionally there is a raccoon face with crossed bones behind it, underneath the words d c next gen

Hackers With Disabilities Has Your Back! (and synths!)
If you have a disability, HDA is here for you! Offering a wide range of support, not just at DEF CON, but throughout Las Vegas. Don't miss the hands-on analog synth area. You can play with all the knobs, faders and cables! @defcon.bsky.social

25.07.2025 22:52 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Gold Bug Crypto Challenge
Learn multiple ciphers, codes and puzzles as you work you way through the Gold Bug challenge! The Junior Crypotographers puzzles will get you started on the exciting world of ciphers and codes.
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24.07.2025 15:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Octopus Game is the tutorial level for conferences. This is a guided adventure for newcomers, helping them explore key areas, meet people, and take on fun challenges that get the engaged with villages, sponsors, and staff.

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21.07.2025 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
M138 Strip Cipher in clear plastic tube with red cap

M138 Strip Cipher in clear plastic tube with red cap

M138 Cipher Kits will be used throughout DEF CON by our DCNextGen Hackers!

@defcon.bsky.social

21.07.2025 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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The GOLD BUG Challenge is BACK!
The Gold Bug Contest is an intense cryptography puzzle challenge with a beginner's entry point that will get you started on the entire challenge. Participants will learn codes, ciphers, and other puzzle-solving skills as they navigate the Challenge.@defcon.bsky.social

19.07.2025 17:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for youth 8-18 attending DEF CON)
BCC - Cool your beverage - quick!
A fun competitions at DEF CON! Cool a beverage from 120 deg. down to a target temp as quickly as possible.
You can bring a contraption from home or choose to build one on-site!
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17.07.2025 12:28 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for DEF CON attendees ages 8-18)
WARZONE CTF: Racoon Rescue
In this CTF you have to help rescue Raider Raccoon by solving challenges! There will be prizes for the winners :)

14.07.2025 22:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for DEF CON attendees ages 8-18)
WARZONE CTF: Racoon Rescue
In this CTF you have to help rescue Raider Raccoon by solving challenges! There will be prizes for the winners :)

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13.07.2025 19:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for youth 8-18 attending DEF CON)
BioHacking Village Scavenger Hunt.
Learn all about the BioHacking Village and Device Lab while you take on a complex scavenger hunt! There will be things to discover and questions to answer on the BioHacking adventure!
@defcon.bsky.social @villageb.io

12.07.2025 17:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen events are for youth 8-18)
Bricks in the Air (BitA) our DCNextGen hackers will learn about the I2C commands and networking. This will then be applied as they try to control the actuators and motors on a Lego airplane model.
@defcon.bsky.social @aerospacevillage.bsky.social

12.07.2025 14:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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(DCNextGen is for hackers 8-18 at DEF CON)
Physical Security Village
The many ways to bypass a locked door

Our DCNextGen hackers will get a chance to learn multiple ways to bypass a door, then demonstrate their skills to complete the Physical Security Village Challenge!
@defcon.bsky.social

09.07.2025 14:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are excited to share that DEF CON NextGen will be a part of Defcon 33 🌟

If you haven't heard about us before, we are the official DEF CON youth track 🦝

There are a ton of awesome activities planned this year!

More information to come so follow our socials for more info πŸ’š

dcnextgen.org

02.06.2025 01:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

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