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Microsoft, NBCUniversal and Admiral Group Experts Set for CymruSec 2026

Elizabeth Greenberg

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Don’t miss out on our second CymruSec, taking place at Cardiff City Stadium on October 22nd! 

Join us in Wales on 22 October to hear from top cybersecurity leaders from Microsoft, NBCUniversal, and Unilever, as we delve into trending topics and examine the global cyber threat landscape.

Our second event in Cardiff – this time at Cardiff City Stadium -will feature talent from the forefront of cyber defence, from those defending some of the largest companies in the world from emerging cyber threats to those improve Welsh capabilities in cyber.

With a full agenda of pointed insights, panels, and Q&A sessions, the event offers a global perspective with a Welsh flare on cybersecurity, AI risk, and cyber-crime trends.

Hear from Microsoft’s Cheif Security Advisor, Lesley Kipling, examine the evolving threat landscape from her position in one of the world’s foundational technology companies of the modern era.

NBCUniversial’s director of Cyber Threat Intelligence and Hunting, Melissa Goldsmith, will discuss how agentic AI has transformed tactics in threat hunting.

Charlie Sinclaire, cyber culture and human risk senior manager at Unilver, will round out the day discussing how to drive real impact in mitigating human risk.

A panel discussion will feature those at the forefront of Welsh cyberdefences, featuring Clare Johnson of Women in Cyber Wales, and Jaymie Thomas of AI Wales.

For further insights geared to the Welsh landscape, Luke Pulvirenti of Wales Cyber Resilience Centre will bring into focus the rise of AI cybercrime and what cyber professionals can do about it.

Ryan James, CISO of the Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, will discuss how to defend Wales admist a global environment of heigtened tensions and startling technological developments.

Hear from University of South Wales Digital Forensices Lectuerer Beth Jenkins on how to think like a cyber investgator before you need one to stay ahead of potential cyber-attacks and their fallout.


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Beyond our packed agenda of talks, the summit will offer plenty of networking opportunities with UK cyber specialsits and tech industry heavyweights.

We’ll have exhibitors from some of the top emerging companies in cyber, AI, and business technology, like ThreatLocker, Cohesity, and e2e Assure.

The Cardiff location provides an exellent middle ground for specialists working beyond Wales, with easy access for those in London, Bristol, and the South of England to rub shoulders with cyber specialsits representing the UK.

Register for your free ticket to CymruSec 2026 here!

Elizabeth Greenberg

Staff Writer

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