Infosecurity Europe 2026 announces first wave of keynote speakers

Infosecurity Europe 2026 unveils keynote speaker line-up, linking military, sport, and tech expertise with the advancing cyber security sector.

  • Wednesday, 11th March 2026 Posted 2 months ago in by Sophie Milburn
Infosecurity Europe 2026 will take place from 2–4 June at ExCeL London, bringing together information security professionals to discuss developments and challenges in the cybersecurity sector.

The event will feature speakers from a range of fields, including cybersecurity, law enforcement, sport, and the military. Sessions will address topics such as leadership, resilience, and innovation in relation to cybersecurity and digital risk.

1. Leadership Under Fire
On Thursday, 4 June, Jason Fox, a former Special Boat Service sergeant, will present a keynote on translating military resilience to digital defence. Drawing on his Special Forces experience, the session will explore approaches to managing complex digital environments and maintaining resilience in high-pressure situations.

2. Innovators on Stage
Cybersecurity entrepreneur Shlomo Kramer will speak on 2 June, discussing emerging trends and investment dynamics within the cybersecurity sector. Kramer is also involved as a judge for the event’s ‘Dragons’ Den’-style start-up contest, which highlights new companies and ideas in the industry.

3. Inside the Criminal Mind
On 2 June, Cynthia Kaiser, a former leader in the FBI Cyber Division, will present a session examining cybercrime networks. Drawing on experience from investigations, the discussion will address ransomware threats and the activities of cybercriminal groups.

4. Sporting Strategies for Success
Former Rugby World Cup-winning athlete Maggie Alphonsi will speak on 3 June, focusing on high-performance mindsets and how lessons from elite sport can be applied to leadership and teamwork in cybersecurity environments.

5. AI Challenges Cloud Security
AI researcher Ron Leizrowice will present a session titled “The Infosec Big Fat Cloud Update of the Year.” The presentation will examine the role of artificial intelligence in cloud security, including how organisations can address potential AI-related attack vectors while maintaining secure development practices.

6. Preparing for Quantum
On 3 June, Rik Ferguson will present “Quantum is still far off, we can wait – can’t we?”, discussing how organisations should prepare for the potential impact of quantum computing on cybersecurity and encryption.

Alongside these sessions, Infosecurity Europe 2026 will offer multiple theatres covering topics across the cybersecurity landscape. Registration is available free of charge until 5 May, with an access package available afterwards.
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