CYBERUK 2025: The UK’s Premier Cybersecurity Conference

Event Overview

• 📅 Dates: May 6–8, 2025

• 📍 Location: Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester, UK

• 🎟️ Format: Keynotes, panel discussions, workshops, hands-on technical sessions, and an expansive exhibition

• 🔗 Official Website: CYBERUK 2025

Who Should Attend?

CYBERUK 2025 is designed for a diverse audience, including: ✅ Cybersecurity Professionals: Security analysts, penetration testers, SOC teams, and IT security specialists looking to deepen their expertise.
✅ Government & Public Sector Officials: Policymakers, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies working to safeguard national security.
✅ Business Leaders & CISOs: Executives responsible for securing enterprise IT infrastructure and mitigating cyber risks.
✅ Academics & Researchers: Experts in cybersecurity, AI, and digital forensics seeking collaboration and knowledge exchange.
✅ Technology Innovators & Solution Providers: Companies offering state-of-the-art cybersecurity tools, software, and services.

Keynote Speakers

The NCSC has curated a world-class lineup of keynote speakers for CYBERUK 2025, featuring top government officials, cybersecurity pioneers, and tech visionaries. While the full speaker list is yet to be finalized, past conferences have included senior representatives from the UK government, international security agencies, and industry leaders such as:

• Lindy Cameron – CEO, National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)

• Ciaran Martin – Former CEO, NCSC, and Professor of Cybersecurity at Oxford

• Robert Hannigan – Former Director, GCHQ and cybersecurity strategist

• Bruce Schneier – Renowned cryptographer and security expert

• Rohit Ghai – CEO, RSA Security

• Dr. Ian Levy – Former NCSC Technical Director

Stay tuned for official announcements on keynote speakers and panelists via the CYBERUK website.

Agenda Highlights

CYBERUK 2025’s agenda is packed with high-value sessions covering the most urgent cybersecurity topics. Some of the core themes include:

🔹 National Cybersecurity Strategy & Policy

• Insights into the UK’s cyber resilience strategy, regulatory changes, and public-private sector collaboration.

• Updates on the National Cyber Force (NCF) and how offensive cybersecurity tactics are evolving.

🔹 AI & Machine Learning in Cyber Defense

• How AI is enhancing threat detection, automated incident response, and predictive analytics.

• The risks of adversarial AI and deepfake-driven attacks.

🔹 Emerging Threats & Risk Management

• Addressing supply chain vulnerabilities, ransomware evolution, and nation-state cyber threats.

• New trends in cyber warfare, espionage, and critical infrastructure security.

🔹 Zero Trust & Identity Security

• Best practices for Zero Trust adoption in enterprise environments.

• Case studies on multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometrics, and decentralized identity solutions.

🔹 Incident Response & Crisis Management

• Real-world case studies of high-profile cyber breaches.

• Live cyber wargaming exercises and red team/blue team simulations.

For the full, detailed agenda, visit the CYBERUK Programme Overview.

Exhibitors at CYBERUK 2025

The Exhibition Hall at CYBERUK 2025 will showcase leading cybersecurity firms, innovative startups, and global tech companies. Here are five must-visit exhibitors:

1️⃣ Airbus – A leader in aerospace and defense cybersecurity solutions, Airbus helps protect government and enterprise networks from evolving threats.
2️⃣ BAE Systems – Specializing in cyber defense, intelligence, and risk management for governments and private organizations.
3️⃣ Armis – Experts in asset visibility and IoT security, providing AI-driven cybersecurity solutions for connected devices.
4️⃣ Fortinet – A global leader in automated cybersecurity solutions, offering next-gen firewalls, AI-driven SOCs, and threat intelligence.
5️⃣ Trend Micro – Focused on cloud security, endpoint protection, and AI-powered threat defense, safeguarding businesses against cyber threats.

Check out the full list of exhibitors at CYBERUK 2025.

Sponsors & Industry Partners

CYBERUK 2025 is supported by some of the biggest names in cybersecurity. The following sponsors are playing a key role in shaping the event:

🏆 Platinum Sponsors:

• Google Cloud Security – Offering AI-powered threat intelligence, zero trust security, and data protection solutions.

• AWS Security – Providing cloud-native security tools and compliance solutions for enterprises.

🥇 Gold Sponsors:

• Palo Alto Networks – A leading innovator in automated threat detection, cloud security, and network defense.

• IBM Security – Delivering AI-driven security operations, zero trust, and incident response services.

🥈 Silver Sponsors:

• CrowdStrike – Specializing in endpoint detection & response (EDR) and threat hunting with its Falcon platform.

For a full list of sponsors, visit the CYBERUK Sponsors page.

Registration & Ticket Information

CYBERUK 2025 offers various ticket options, including:

🎟️ Full Conference Pass – Access to all keynotes, breakout sessions, networking events, and the Exhibition Hall.
🎟️ Day Pass – Single-day access to selected sessions and the expo.
🎟️ Virtual Pass – Online access to keynote speeches and selected sessions.

💡 Early registration is highly recommended, as CYBERUK events typically sell out. Secure your spot via the CYBERUK Registration page.

Insider Tips for CYBERUK 2025

✔️ Plan Your Agenda in Advance – Use the official CYBERUK app to bookmark sessions and schedule meetings.
✔️ Explore Manchester – Check out this guide for the best places to eat, stay, and explore.
✔️ Engage with the Community – Join live discussions on Twitter and LinkedIn using #CYBERUK2025.
✔️ Visit the Startup Pavilion – Discover emerging cybersecurity startups with game-changing solutions.
✔️ Prioritize Networking – Attend the Welcome Reception, Birds of a Feather meetups, and after-hours networking events.

Final Thoughts: Why Attend CYBERUK 2025?

CYBERUK is more than just a conference—it’s a strategic investment in the future of cybersecurity. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of threats, connect with top security leaders, or explore new technologies, this is the must-attend cybersecurity event of the year.

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📢 For more details and to register, visit the official CYBERUK 2025 website.