Key facts
- Defcon hacker conference badges feature a transparent security chip this year.
- The security chip is a removable core module.
- The chip was designed by Andrew "Bunnie" Huang.
- The chip is named Baochip-1x.
- The Baochip-1x is an open-source hardware security token.
- The design allows for visual inspection of the silicon.
- The chip is transparent.
The Defcon hacker conference's badges for this year feature a transparent, open-source security chip. This core module, named the Baochip-1x, was designed by Andrew "Bunnie" Huang. The chip is removable from the badge, allowing for direct visual inspection of its silicon components. This design emphasizes transparency in hardware security, enabling users to see the inner workings of the security token. The Baochip-1x is built on an open-source hardware platform, further promoting accessibility and understanding of the technology. Attendees can therefore gain a more intimate knowledge of the security hardware integrated into their conference badges.