Infosecurity Europe 2026 unveils first keynote lineup

Infosecurity Europe has announced the first keynote speakers for its 2026 programme, with sessions set to cover ransomware, cloud security, post-quantum cryptography and leadership under pressure.

The event will run at ExCeL London from 2-4 June 2026. The initial line-up includes speakers from cyber security, law enforcement, sport and the military.

Jason Fox, a former Special Boat Service sergeant and television personality from SAS: Who Dares Wins, will speak on Thursday 4 June. His session will focus on resilience, decision-making and leadership in high-pressure environments, drawing on experiences from UK Special Forces.

Fox is expected to explain how elite military teams build clarity, trust and performance. The session listing says he will share mental models and strategies for leaders and teams operating in complex settings.

Shlomo Kramer will appear on Tuesday 2 June in a keynote fireside chat. In the cyber security sector, he is known as a founder and investor linked with several security companies, including Check Point, Palo Alto Networks, Imperva, Cato Networks and Sumo Logic.

According to the programme, his session will cover technology trends, investment dynamics and innovation cycles in cyber security. Kramer will also serve as a judge for the conferences 'Dragons' Den'-style cyber start-up competition, designed to showcase early-stage companies.

Ransomware focus

Cynthia Kaiser, a former deputy Assistant Director of the FBI's Cyber Division, will also speak on Tuesday 2 June. She now leads ransomware research at Halcyon.

Her keynote is billed as an insider view of the cyber criminal economy. The session description highlights analysis of activity across the dark web and criminal networks, focusing on emerging ransomware tactics and threat actor behaviour.

Kaiser will also take part in the Women in Cybersecurity panel. The programme says the session will address leadership, representation and the role of women in the industry.

Cloud and AI

Ron Leizrowice, an AI researcher at Wiz, will deliver a keynote on Tuesday 2 June titled "The Infosec Big Fat Cloud Update of the Year", scheduled for 13:50-14:20.

The agenda links the talk to the rapid adoption of AI and its impact on cloud security. The outline says AI is shortening the time between misconfiguration and exploitation, and widening the attack surface around cloud control planes, identities and automated workflows.

Leizrowice is expected to discuss ways to reduce AI-driven attack paths. The session listing also references secure development practices for teams working at speed.

Quantum planning

On Wednesday 3 June, Rik Ferguson, Vice President of Security Intelligence at Forescout, will present "Quantum is still far off, we can wait, can't we?" Ferguson is an Infosecurity Hall of Fame inductee.

The talk will examine preparation for post-quantum cryptography. The session description points to procurement and depreciation cycles as practical factors in migration planning.

Ferguson is due to discuss risks from crypto-fragile components and steps organisations can take now. The agenda also points to examples from industries that have already begun preparation.

Leadership themes

Maggie Alphonsi, a former athlete and England Rugby World Cup winner, will speak on Wednesday 3 June. Her keynote is positioned as a leadership and performance session for cyber security professionals.

The programme highlights leading in high-performing environments. Alphonsi is expected to cover mindset, confidence and performance under pressure, drawing on lessons from elite sport.

Brad Maule-ffinch, Event Director at Infosecurity Europe, said the speaker list reflects a range of high-pressure disciplines.

"This year's keynote speakers bring insight and experience from some of the most demanding environments imaginable, from Special Forces operations and international law enforcement to elite sport and global cyber innovation. Their perspectives will provide our audience with a refreshing view and awareness into how resilience, mindset and forward-thinking leadership can help organisations navigate current and evolving cyber security challenges," said Brad Maule-ffinch, Event Director, Infosecurity Europe.

The event is expected to draw thousands of cyber security professionals. It will include an exhibition floor and multiple theatres with industry talks, alongside community sessions and a start-up pitch competition.

Registration is free until 5 May, after which entry will cost 49, including access to the exhibition and conference theatres.