I'm not salty or anything, and I don't live in America anymore - but I absolutely checked a couple major cybersecurity events with rotating venues because surely by now in 2026, they must have moved to places safe for women and trans attendees, surely, surely, surely,

nah of course not

@hacks4pancakes I’m with you. These decisions for them are all based upon money. The places you mention are always the cheapest option. I avoid them now too. Sent by a human with a residence in California who’s currently in Europe. 🥰