ECSO Cyber Solution Days – Cardiff 2026

The ECSO Cyber Solution Days are back with a brand-new edition organised together with The Cyberhive EUROPE by ECSO, Women4Cyber Foundation, the Welsh Government and the Cyber Innovation Hub, which will take place on 24 March 2026 at the sbarc|spark in Cardiff, Wales, UK.

This event connects CISOs and corporate leaders with leading European cybersecurity providers to exchange insights and engage with stakeholders from the European cybersecurity community on the topic of Innovative applications of AI for resilient digital futures.

Wales plays a strategic role within the UK’s cyber security landscape, with Cardiff situated in close proximity to global industry leaders such as Airbus, Thales, PwC and CGI. The Cardiff Capital Region is also home to two National Cyber Security Centre accredited universities, providing a pipeline of talent, industry-relevant research and innovation.

The Welsh ecosystem brings together industry, public-sector and academia, with the Cyber Innovation Hub creating a strong route from innovation to deployment. Wales has particular strengths in areas including threat intelligence, data analytics, cyber resilience for operational technology and critical infrastructure, connected and curated through the Hub. These capabilities are underpinned by internationally recognised university expertise across Wales, with leading research and talent in cyber security, AI and data science, cryptography, human-centric security, and trusted hardware. The ecosystem is further supported by cluster organisations and networks, including Women in Cyber Unlimited, and underpinned by Welsh Government’s Cyber Action Plan. For European delegates, Cardiff offers a unique gateway to the UK market, where software, hardware, research excellence, and end-user demand converge in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment.

We invite all cybersecurity scale-ups, fast-growing companies, investors, integrators, industry experts, and enthusiasts to attend the ECSO Cyber Solution Days!

Important:

1) Registration is mandatory for all participants, including companies applying to pitch.

2) Attendance will only be confirmed after completing the official registration via the provided link.

To be considered for the event, the company should provide a 13-slide pitch deck to illustrate how it meets the selection criteria:

Europe-based companies – The company must have its main headquarters in Europe and a minimum 51% European Capital in the ownership structure.

Pitch decks shall be sent to events@ecs-org.eu (PDF, 1MB size) before 17 February 2026 COB.

1. Both product and service providers in the area of Innovative applications of AI for resilient digital futures – no resellers or integrators (but representatives of those categories are very welcome to join the event)

2. Description of the solution/product matching the theme of the event.

3. Use case example.

4. List of the main clients.

5. List of certifications (if applicable).

6. Data residency/sovereignty information – demonstrate to show where the users’ data is stored.

7. Security practices – demonstrate how the company ensures its infrastructure security and implements security assessments.

8. Integration potential – demonstrate how well the company’s solution can integrate with IT frameworks and other cybersecurity products.

9. Ease of deployment – demonstrate how quickly the solution can be deployed and how many resources are needed.

10. Maintainability – showcase how many resources are required to monitor the solution, how solution maintenance is implemented, and if it requires hiring people or involving third parties in its maintenance.

1. Size of the company – in terms of staff numbers (Full-time equivalents/FTEs).

2. Annual turnover – in euros or converted into euros. 

3. How long has the company been on the market?

The ECSO Cyber Solution Days are designed to address the everyday needs and challenges faced by CISOs. This event offers an unmissable opportunity to discover the latest cybersecurity solutions and products and learn about new tools on the market to make informed security decisions. CISOs will also have the chance to network with peers and discuss products and solutions with a focus on Innovative applications of AI for resilient digital futures.

Thanks to the collaboration between ECSO and the Women4Cyber Foundation, companies applying to pitch at an ECSO Matchmaking Event may also choose to apply for the Women4Cyber Entrepreneurship Award. When completing the application form, eligible companies can indicate their interest in by selecting “yes”. A dedicated application form for the Women4Cyber Entrepreneurship Award will follow. 

The Award is open to  cybersecurity companies founded or co-founded by women. It is presented during the ECSO Awards Finals and recognises excellence in female entrepreneurship in cybersecurity, offering tailored mentoring, increased visibility, and exclusive growth opportunities.

Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to be part of the future of cybersecurity! Mark your calendar for 24 March 2026 and join us in Cardiff for an afternoon of innovation, collaboration, and investment opportunities.

For more information  we invite you to reach out to our Events Team at events@ecs-org.eu and our Working Group on Market Development at marketdev_team@ecs-org.eu

We invite you to review our GDPR Policy for the event HERE.