Panama to host 2026 Crime Stoppers World Summit

Panama will host the 2026 Crime Stoppers World Summit from October 14 to 16 at the JW Marriott Panama. The event, themed ‘Criminal Convergence: Cooperation against the convergence of crime’, aims to address the increasing interconnection of criminal networks and emerging threats through collaboration between public and private sectors.

The summit will feature international experts in public security, intelligence, cybersecurity, and financial crime prevention. Notable speakers include Witold Bańka of WADA, Fortinet’s Derek Manky, and officials from Homeland Security Investigations. The choice of Panama as the host reflects its strategic role as a regional hub for logistics, finance, and international trade.

In a related context regarding regional security, EY Panamá has emphasized that cybersecurity must be treated as a strategic investment rather than a technological expense. Local authorities have reported a significant increase in cyberattack attempts against public entities. Experts suggest that organizations must adopt continuous risk management and cyber resilience to protect against data theft, financial loss, and reputational damage.