Cybersec Europe 2026: Brussels’ Security Conference at the Heart of EU Regulation
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Cybersec Europe will take place on 28 and 29 May 2026 in Brussels – right at the center of European regulation. Where NIS2 and the EU AI Act are being shaped, decision-makers from politics, business, and technology will gather to discuss Europe’s cybersecurity challenges.
TL;DR
- Cybersec Europe 2026: 28-29 May, Brussels
- Focus: EU cybersecurity regulation, NIS2, AI Act, DORA
- Mix of policy debates and technical deep dives
- International attendees from over 40 countries
Why Brussels?
Brussels is no coincidence as the host city: EU institutions, ENISA (European Union Agency for Cybersecurity), and numerous cybersecurity organizations are based here. Cybersec Europe leverages this proximity to foster dialogue between regulators and industry.
For companies affected by NIS2, DORA, or the AI Act, the conference offers a rare opportunity to speak directly with the people shaping these regulations.
“Brussels is not only the capital of EU regulation but is increasingly becoming the hub of Europe’s cybersecurity community.”Cybersec Europe, 2026
Focus Topics 2026
- NIS2 implementation: Comparing national rollouts and lessons learned
- AI Act and cybersecurity: Security requirements for AI systems
- Cyber Resilience Act: Software security and SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) obligations
- European cyber sovereignty: Reducing dependencies and building capabilities
Practical Information
- Date: 28-29 May 2026
- Venue: Brussels Expo, Belgium
- Website: cyberseceurope.com
- Language: English
Key Facts
Date: 28-29 May 2026
Venue: Brussels Expo, Brussels
Focus: EU cybersecurity regulation and policy
Attendees: Representing over 40 countries
Fact: Through the Digital Europe Programme, the EU is investing a total of 1.6 billion Euro in cybersecurity projects by 2027.
Fact: In 2025, ENISA recorded over 10,000 reported cyber incidents across EU member states – a 30 percent increase compared to 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cybersec Europe more about policy or technology?
Both. Keynotes and panel discussions have a strong policy focus (EU regulation, national strategies), while parallel technical tracks offer hands-on workshops and product demos.
Who benefits most from attending in Brussels?
Compliance officers, CISOs of international companies, and vendors targeting the EU market. Anyone seeking to understand Europe’s regulatory landscape will find the most concentrated overview here.
What role does EU regulation play at Cybersec Europe?
The conference is deliberately held in Brussels to enable direct exchange with EU institutions. NIS2, DORA, and the Cyber Resilience Act are recurring core topics – often featuring representatives from the European Commission on stage.
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