Infosecurity Europe, Europe's leading cybersecurity event, is celebrating its 30th anniversary from June 3rd to 5th at ExCeL London. This year's conference is setting the stage for major moments in the enterprise tech space. The event aims to foster collaboration and promises to showcase the top cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.

In this episode of the Security Strategist podcast, host Shubhangi Dua speaks with Saima Poorghobad, Portfolio director RX Global, the organiser of Infosecurity Europe about the upcoming Infosecurity Europe conference. 

They discuss the significance of the event, which celebrates its 30th anniversary, and explore key topics such as quantum computing, AI, and ransomware that will be highlighted this year. Saima shares insights into new features and innovations at the conference, emphasizing the importance of networking and preparation for attendees.

"What we're really passionate about at Infosecurity Europe is building a safer cyber world for everyone," says Poorghobad. "We support this mission by giving the community somewhere that they can combine innovation with insights, with relationships." 

Over the past three decades, Infosecurity Europe has served as a crucial cornerstone for the cybersecurity community, evolving alongside the rapidly changing threat scenarios, from the early internet to the rise of cloud and AI.

Setting Agenda With Quantum Computing 

One emerging theme at Infosecurity Europe 2025 is expected to be quantum computing. Once a distant prospect but now quantum computing is a near-term horizon. The conference will kick off with a headline keynote from Professor Brian Cox, exploring how black holes and quantum mechanics hold the answer to the future of computing and cybersecurity. 

This will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by BBC cyber correspondent Joe Tidy, focusing on immediate actions organisations should take. 

Poorghobad emphasising the practical applications of this says, "teaming up that session with Professor Brian Cox followed by that panel kind of gives you that overarching theory and view of the overarching threat to see how we can actually implement and what should we be doing today and make it really practical?"

Geopolitics is another major driver of cyber. For this, Rory Stewart, former diplomat, politician, and host of "The Rest Is Politics," will speak at the event on global power dynamics. He plans to particularly discuss how shifting alliances, emerging threats, and potential global trade wars could impact access to essential hardware and software for cybersecurity. 

AI and Generative AI continue to be a key theme. Despite their initial hype, they remain at the forefront of cyber concerns. Cited as the most pressing threat in Infosecurity Europe's annual Trends Report, AI lowers the barrier to entry for bad actors and enhances capabilities for skilled attackers. A keynote session titled "Calling BS on AI" will bring together AI experts to provide insights on defending against AI threats, particularly deepfakes and AI-powered social engineering campaigns.

For more details on the event and some surprises planned, watch the full podcast.

Takeaways

• Infosecurity Europe is a leading gathering of cybersecurity professionals.
• The conference has evolved significantly over the past 30 years.
• Quantum computing poses a near-term threat to existing encryption protocols.
• AI is a pressing concern for cybersecurity professionals.
• Ransomware continues to be a major threat in the cyber landscape.
• New exhibitors and innovative formats are introduced each year.
• Networking opportunities are crucial for building relationships in the industry.
• Preparation is essential for maximizing the conference experience.
• Attendees can expect hands-on master classes and exclusive sessions.
• The 30th anniversary celebration will include special events and recognitions.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Infosecurity Europe

02:45 The Evolution of Cybersecurity Over 30 Years

06:04 Key Topics for Infosecurity Europe 2025

09:12 Emerging Threats: Quantum Computing and Geopolitics

11:56 AI and Ransomware: Current Challenges

15:11 New Features and Innovations at Infosecurity Europe

22:03 Leveraging Opportunities at the Conference