Infosecurity Europe Cyber Startup Award 2026
The Infosecurity Europe Cyber Startup Award 2026, supported by UK Cyber Flywheel, is a brand-new competition created to spotlight the most exciting early-stage cybersecurity businesses with live products and serious growth potential.
This award is for startups that are not just innovating but delivering real world impact. Finalists will pitch live on stage at Infosecurity Europe in front of industry leaders, investors and buyers, with the winner crowned on the day.
Entries close 27th February at 10pm GMT | 5pm EST.
Why Enter?
Entering the Cyber Startup Award puts your business in front of the people who can transform your growth.
- Gain high profile exposure at Europe’s leading cybersecurity event
- Pitch directly to investors, CISOs and buyers
- Win industry recognition and credibility
- Access expert PR and branding support
- Secure a free exhibition stand at Infosecurity Europe 2027
The Prize
The overall winner will receive:
- Official winner’s logo and trophy
- A free exhibition stand in the Discovery Zone at Infosecurity Europe 2027
- A 2-hour consultation with cybersecurity PR experts
- A 1.5-hour branding workshop with startup brand specialists
- 2 tickets to the Infosecurity Europe VIP party
All designed to elevate your profile, sharpen your brand and accelerate your growth.
If You Make the Shortlist
Finalists will:
- Pitch live to the judges at Infosecurity Europe 2026 on the afternoon of 2nd June
- Have the winner selected and announced immediately after the pitches
- Attend an exclusive founder and investor networking event
- Receive a featured speaking slot on the Cyber Startups Stage on the afternoon of 3rd June
This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure, credibility and direct access to investors and buyers in one day.
How to Enter
Submit a single written entry of up to 1,000 words covering the following five sections:
- Executive Summary: Overview of your business, product, customers and market opportunity.
- Product Details: What your solution does, who it is for, how it works and the problem it solves.
- Competitive Differentiation: What makes your product different and why you win against competitors.
- Market Traction: Customers, revenue range, partnerships, pilots, deployments and growth to date.
- Team Bios: Founders and key leaders, including relevant cybersecurity, technical and commercial experience.
Entries must clearly demonstrate that the product is live and in market.
Who Can Enter?
To be eligible, companies must meet all of the following criteria:
- Revenue: Less than £5 million in annual revenue
- Founded: Privately held and founded within the last five years. Founded after 1 June 2021 for the 2026 awards
- Offering: An innovative cybersecurity product or service
- Product status: A functioning, live product only
Ready to Enter?
Fill in the form to submit your entry and take your startup to the next level!