A new cyber decade
Following its landmark 30th anniversary last year, Infosecurity Europe is commencing its fourth decade with even greater momentum. Running from 2-4 June at Excel London, this year’s event reflects an industry at a critical turning point as agentic AI changes the pace and scale of cyber-attacks and organisations start preparing for quantum.
As one of the industry’s most influential events, Infosecurity Europe will once again welcome thousands of cybersecurity professionals from across the public and private sectors, with hundreds of speakers, multiple content stages, hands-on learning experiences and opportunities to connect with peers, innovators, policymakers and solution providers.
This year’s keynote programme brings together voices from intelligence, elite sport, cyber innovation, law enforcement and the military.
Opening the Keynote Stage on Tuesday 2 June at 10:10-10:50, former CIA Chief of Disguise and bestselling author Jonna Mendez delivers ‘The Deception Playbook: Inside the Mind of a CIA Spy’, will share how trust is earned or manipulated and how adversaries exploit assumptions.
At 12:25-12:45 on Tuesday 2 June, Formula 1 driver Nico Hülkenberg joins cyber resilience expert Lisa Forte for ‘In the Driver’s Seat with Nico Hülkenberg’. Looking at the parallel worlds of cyber and F1 as both operate with speed, data risk and teamwork at high stakes.
Also on Tuesday from 13:05-13:35, former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI’s Cyber Division Cynthia Kaiser and now SVP of Halcyon’s Ransomware Research Center, will be discussing ‘What the Dark Web is Showing Us About Evolving Ransomware Tradecraft’.
Cyber security’s most influential investor and pioneer, Shlomo Kramer, takes to the Keynote Stage on Tuesday 2 June, 16:00-16:25 to discuss ‘The AI Era: Risk, Reality and What Comes Next’ sharing his perspective on the incredible moment in time we find ourselves in with the AI Mythos era and what comes next.
The geopolitical focus intensifies on Wednesday 3 June at 10:05 when former Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs and key architect of Ukraine’s wartime diplomacy under President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Dr. Dmytro Kuleba takes to the keynote stage with “Ukraine’s Hybrid War and the New Cyber Frontline”. He will explore how senior cyber leaders should understand the intersection of geopolitics, cyber risk and national security.
Thursday’s programme brings one of the week’s standout keynote sessions takes place on Thursday 4 June at 10:05-10:45 when former Special Boat Service Sergeant and SAS: Who Dares Wins star Jason Fox explores ‘Decision-Making Under Pressure: Leading Through Live Cyber Incidents’ which will discuss tackling decisions made under pressure and leading through live cyber incidents.
Women in Cybersecurity returns
Now celebrating its 10th edition, Women in Cybersecurity has become one of Infosecurity Europe’s defining events and returns on Wednesday 3 June from 15:00-18:00 on the Keynote Stage.
Hosted by Beth Maundrill, Editor of Infosecurity Magazine, the afternoon opens at 15:00 with a welcome before former Rugby World Cup winner Maggie Alphonsi takes to the stage from 15:05-15:35 for her keynote “Lessons in Confidence, Courage and High Performance”.
Championing the next generation of cyber innovators
One of the biggest additions to this year’s event is the launch of the Cyber Startup Programme and Cyber Startups Zone, where emerging cyber companies will showcase innovative technologies and connect directly with investors, buyers and strategic partners.
The programme also introduces the inaugural Cyber Startup Award taking place on Tuesday 2 June in partnership with UK Cyber Flywheel. Finalists will pitch live on stage in a “Dragons’ Den”-style competition judged by senior industry leaders.
The Cyber Innovation Zone, delivered in partnership with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), will also return to showcase innovative UK cyber SMEs and emerging technologies shaping the future of the industry.
Expanding the cybersecurity channel
Following its successful introduction, the Channel Zone returns for 2026 with a significantly expanded presence designed specifically for MSPs, MSSPs, distributors, resellers, integrators and vendors.
Among the featured sessions already announced is “How Allyship Boosts Staff Retention and Why It Matters”, taking place on Tuesday 2 June from 11:15-11:45. The session will explore how organisations can create more supportive and inclusive workplace cultures.
The panel brings together Julie Fry, Alliances Director at Reliance Cyber; Nikki Webb, Director at Custodian360; and Ciaran Ball, Head of Strategic Alliances at Acora.
Priority visitor programme, Infosec Table Talks
The Priority Visitor Programme is an invitation-only experience and those with passes receive access to a series of exclusive workshops, created specifically for experienced cyber security professionals.
Highlights include a session from Frost and Sullivan on ‘Cybersecurity Priorities 2026: What Security Leaders Are Funding Next and the Hard Economics of their Choices’, held in South Gallery Room 5 on Tuesday, 2nd June, from 11:00-12:30.
Exclusive to Priority Visitors and Leaders Programme attendees and returning after a successful launch, Infosec Table Talks continue to provide small-group, vendor-free discussions designed to encourage honest conversations between cybersecurity professionals.
One of the featured sessions already announced is “From Burnout to Resilience: Sustaining Security Teams Long-Term”, taking place at Table Talk – Table 3 on Wednesday 3 June from 14:30–15:15. Led by internationally recognised cybersecurity expert Brian Honan, CEO and Principal Consultant at BH Consulting.
Infosec Meets also returns as the event’s AI-powered networking and matchmaking platform, enabling visitors to pre-arrange meetings, build personalised schedules and gain access to exclusive networking events and curated introductions throughout the three days. For Priority Visitors and Leaders Programme attendees, Infosec Meets also unlocks access to invitation-only opportunities.
OWASP GenAI Security Summit
A new addition for 2026, the OWASP GenAI Security Project, a half-day summit on Thursday 4th June, where global project leaders, industry practitioners and regulatory experts will present the latest research, frameworks, and field-tested best practices for securing GenAI and agentic systems.
This exclusive summit will explore real-world risks, emerging threats, regulatory expectations, and proven approaches to building secure, compliant and resilient AI systems at scale.
SANS Institute workshops deliver hands-on learning
Hands-on education remains a major focus for 2026 with the continued expansion of SANS Institute workshops and masterclasses.
Among the highlights is “LLM Mayhem – Hands-on Red Teaming LLM Powered Chatbots” running from 11:00-13:00 on Tuesday 2 June. This paid SANS workshop will guide attendees through offensive techniques used to target AI-powered chatbots and large language models, helping security professionals understand how attacks work and how to build secure testing environments within their own organisations.
Community@Infosec brings the industry together
New for 2026 and created in partnership with the Cyber House Party team and the wider cybersecurity community. Community@Infosec introduces a more informal, community-led space designed to offer a different pace and atmosphere away from the busiest parts of the show floor.
It will feature chilled music sets, live DJ lessons, guest speakers, interactive sessions and community-led discussions covering everything from burnout and resilience to career development.
Get involved
Beyond the latest cybersecurity solutions and live demos, this year’s Infosecurity Europe exhibition floor will be packed with giveaways, competitions and special guest appearances. Visitors can meet former Liverpool FC legend Emile Heskey at the Wasabi stand B141 on 2 June from 2:00–3:00pm for autographs and photos, while Sekant Security will be running a “Spot the Phish” challenge and offering free six-month product licences to qualifying customers on stand G180. Over at Cybanetix, attendees can enter a World Cup sweepstake for the chance to win a Lego World Cup trophy by picking a team at random at stand A140.
While the conference programme and exhibition remain at the heart of Infosecurity Europe, the event’s wider networking calendar continues to grow, with a packed schedule of receptions, community gatherings and after-hours events taking place across the three days.
Open to Priority Visitors and Leaders, Infosec’s VIP Party takes place on Tuesday 2 June from 16:30-20:00. Featuring DJ sets from Cyber House Party alongside a special guest celebrity DJ, the event will also include interactive games, drinks and informal networking opportunities.
Earlier that day, Leader badge holders can attend an exclusive Nico Hülkenberg Meet & Greet & Drinks Reception from 13:30-14:30 in South Gallery Rooms 3 and 4.
Wednesday 3 June sees the return of Exhibitor Happy Hour from 15:30 across selected stands to unwind after a busy day of meetings and sessions.
One of the week’s standout gatherings takes place aboard the Sunborn Yacht on Tuesday evening from 16:30-19:30, hosted alongside Pentera, Armis, Island, Torq, Cyera and Keyfactor.
The community focus continues into the evening with the Cyber House Party and “Darktrace After Dark”, event. Taking place at The Fox from 17:30-23:30 on Wednesday 3 June, for an evening of live DJs, networking and fundraising in support of the NSPCC and The Cyber Helpline.
Distology will host networking drinks at The FORGE Bar on Wednesday 3 June from 16:30 onwards and e92plus returns with its exclusive CyberSocial rooftop event at the Roof Terrace at Good Hotel London from 16:30-21:00, Wednesday 3rd June.
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