Add-on dossier
A linkable lifecycle record for hardware expansions, app ecosystems, firmware upgrades, cases, radio parts, and post-event badge experiments.
HITB described badge hacking as a path to unlock secret features, mini-games, and expanded functionality during the Dubai event.
Badge context
Official event archive for dates, Grand Hyatt Dubai venue, Middle East return context, Badge Village, and special-edition electronic badge for attendees.
Saudi Gazette source corroborating the Dubai event dates, Grand Hyatt venue, HITB regional return, and hands-on CommSec village programming.
Regional press source for HITB2018DXB dates, Dubai location, return to the Middle East, CommSec hands-on villages, and Badge Village context.
Source trail
Press corroboration for the Dubai event, Grand Hyatt venue, DESC association, HITB regional return, and hands-on village programming.
Primary source for special-edition electronic badge, Badge Village, reprogramming, secret features, mini-games, dates, venue, and Middle East return context.
Press corroboration for HITB2018DXB dates, Dubai location, Grand Hyatt venue, and CommSec village context.