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Explore the future of cyber innovation and investment through conversation, collaboration, and insight

Join us at the Cyber Invest Insight Forum, an interactive event designed to bring together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to discuss the evolving cyber landscape. Through expert insights and informal networking, the forum provides a chance to explore emerging trends, challenges, and potential growth areas shaping one of the UK’s fastest-growing tech sectors.

Cybersecurity is evolving rapidly: threats are escalating, regulations are tightening, and organisations of all sizes are investing in digital resilience. This creates a growing demand for innovative solutions and a need for founders and investors to stay informed, connected, and confident as they navigate the sector.

The South West is home to a dynamic and growing pipeline of cyber innovation. This forum highlights emerging ventures and investment opportunities in the region, connecting founders with investors to accelerate the growth of the local cyber ecosystem.

What to expect

Connect investors and founders: Bring together the region’s cyber investors and founders in an informal, interactive environment.

Networking and idea-sharing for founders: Founders can meet investors, discuss ideas, and explore potential collaborations in a relaxed, conversational setting.

Sector insights for investors: Investors gain a deeper understanding of the cyber sector, from emerging challenges to key opportunities, helping them upskill and stay informed about the evolving market.

Who should attend?

• Angel investors and venture capitalists currently active in the cyber space, as well as those interested in exploring cyber investment opportunities.

• Cybersecurity founders and innovators seeking to connect with investors, gain insights, and explore growth opportunities.

• Academic entrepreneurs and researchers developing commercialisable cyber solutions and looking to engage with the investment community.

• Industry leaders, ecosystem builders, and professionals who want to stay informed on emerging trends and support the growth of the cyber ecosystem.

Meet the speakers

Matthew Lane, Founding Partner, 325X Ltd

Matt Lane is a Founding Partner at 325X, a UK Venture Studio focused on dual-use Defence Technology and Cyber solutions that are used in the protection of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), and for National Security and Law Enforcement purposes.

 

 

 

Robert Starkwood, Head of Performance, KETS Quantum Security

As Head of Performance at KETS Quantum Security, Robert drives the delivery and scale-up of breakthrough quantum encryption technologies, shaping the future of secure global communications.

 

 

 

 

Join us for discussion, insights, and connections between the South West’s cyber founders and investors driving growth in the sector.

The agenda and additional speakers will be announced soon!

Register now to secure your place