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Cyber Innovation Den 2023

Cyber Innovation Den 2023

11 October 2023
Online
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Cyber Innovation Den 2023

About this event

On Wednesday 11 October, techUK will host our fifth annual Cyber Innovation Den, one of our flagship cyber events which focus on providing valuable opportunities for the UK cyber security community to network, celebrate the brightest innovations within the sector and to explore the key issues facing it. 

This popular event brings together stakeholders from industry, government and academia to hear from a range of expert speakers who will explore the progress being made in ensuring the UK remains a leading hub of innovation in cyber. They’ll also provide insights on key issues such as how best growth and innovation can be stimulated by government; emerging threats and technologies; and opportunities for better collaboration between Primes and SMEs. Register now to attend.

The event will once again feature our Cyber Innovation Pitching Competition, which will highlight the pioneering work that is present within the cyber security sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from exciting cyber start-ups and SMEs about the latest R&D emerging from the cyber security sector, as the brightest companies in the country pitch their product or service to a panel of expert judges, with the winner named techUK's Cyber Innovator 2023. 

Through an open call for applications, 10 finalists will be identified – showcasing the latest leading-edge capabilities, from a range of innovative SMEs across the UK cyber ecosystem. 

You can find out more, including how to apply to pitch and key dates, here. 

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Agenda

Wednesday 11 October 2023
  • 12:00–13:00

    Networking lunch (for those attending in person)

    Networking lunch (for those attending in person)

  • 13:00–13:05

    Welcome and Introductions

    Welcome and Introductions

    • Dan Patefield, Head of Programme | Cyber and National Security, techUK
  • 13:05–13:15

    Keynote [1]: The Cyber Threat Landscape & Current Trends

    Keynote [1]: The Cyber Threat Landscape & Current Trends

    • Saba Ahmed, Managing Director, Accenture (UK) Ltd
  • 13:15–13:25

    Keynote [2]: The Cyber Innovation Ecosystem

    Keynote [2]: The Cyber Innovation Ecosystem

    • Diane Gilbert, Senior Innovation Lead - Programmes, Plexal
  • 13:25–13:35

    Keynote [3]: Overview of the current cyber investment landscape

    Keynote [3]: Overview of the current cyber investment landscape

    • Joshua Walter, Partner, Osney Capital
  • 13:35–13:50

    Panel Q&A

    Panel Q&A

    • Saba Ahmed, Managing Director, Accenture (UK) Ltd
    • Joshua Walter, Partner, Osney Capital
    • Dan Patefield, Head of Programme | Cyber and National Security, techUK
    • Diane Gilbert, Senior Innovation Lead - Programmes, Plexal
  • 14:00–14:45

    Pitching Competition – Session 1

    Chair: Dan Patefield, Head of Programme Cyber and National Security, techUK

  • 14:45–15:00

    Coffee break

    Coffee break

  • 15:25–16:10

    Pitching Competition – Session 2

    Chair: Dan Patefield, Head of Programme, Cyber and National Security, techUK

  • 16:25–16:30

    Conference Close

    Conference Close

  • 16:20–16:25

    Winner Announced

    Winner Announced

  • 16:10–16:20

    Update from 2022 Pitching Competition Winner

    Update from 2022 Pitching Competition Winner

    • Sarah Blundell, COO, CyberHive
  • 15:00–15:25

    Keynote [3]: Government Keynote – Andrew Elliot, Acting Director Cyber Security, Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

    Chair: Dan Patefield, Head of Programme Cyber and National Security, techUK

    • Andrew Elliot, Deputy Director, Cyber Security, Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
  • 13:50–14:00

    Pitching Competition Introduction: Dan Patefield, Head of Programme, Cyber & National Security, techUK

    Judges’ introductions:

    David Sully, CEO of Advai

    Nicola Whiting, Co-Owner, Titania

    Diane Gilbert, Innovation Ecosystem Lead, Plexal

    Joshua Walter, General Partner, Osney Capital

    Through an open call for applications, 10 finalists have been identified – showcasing the latest leading-edge capabilities, from a range of innovative SMEs across the UK cyber ecosystem.

    This year the Cyber Innovation Pitching Competition will focus on showcasing solutions that harness emerging technologies (for example, quantum computing, AI, Machine Learning, behavioural biometrics) to help strengthen resilience across the UK economy, with pitching companies showcasing leading-edge products and solutions which will support organisations across key functions.

    • Joshua Walter, Partner, Osney Capital
    • Nicola Whiting, Co-Owner, Titania Group
    • David Sully, CEO and Co-Founder, Advai
    • Diane Gilbert, Senior Innovation Lead - Programmes, Plexal

Speakers

Andrew Elliot

Andrew Elliot

Deputy Director, Cyber Security

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

Nicola Whiting

Nicola Whiting

Co-Owner

Titania Group

Joshua Walter

Joshua Walter

Partner

Osney Capital

Diane Gilbert

Diane Gilbert

Senior Innovation Lead - Programmes

Plexal

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Event contacts

Jill Broom

Jill Broom

Head - Cyber Resilience

Dora Pass

Dora Pass

Events & Sponsorship Manager