The first event of its kind, the Secure Futures festival has been launched by CyNam to put the concepts of
'growth, resilience and innovation' in Gloucestershire under the spotlight, from Monday 13 to Friday 17 October 2025.
The five-day festival of events is aimed at cyber security professionals, national security experts, tech innovators, founders, academics and students – with anyone connected with or interested in the industry welcome to join in the conversations.
Designed to inspire collaboration between local government, industry leaders, academic partners and innovators – including SoGlos's CEO, Michelle Fyrne – the festival of events highlights Gloucestershire’s future as the UK’s 'trusted destination for tech-driven prosperity'.
What is the Secure Futures Series by CyNam at Hub8 MX?
Launching on Monday 13 October 2025, CyNam's five-day debut tech festival celebrates Gloucestershire's stand-out strength in cyber security, national security and 'deep-tech' innovation.
Taking place at various venues across Gloucestershire, daily topics inspire panels of speakers who will each deliver talks and presentations – starting with the topic of Connect, then Inspire, Invest, Resilience and finishing with the Future Gloucestershire.
What's on the programme for the Secure Futures Series by CyNam at Hub8 MX?
Monday's theme is Connect and celebrates Gloucestershire's role in cyber and national security, highlighting local legends and global game-changers in the tech world.
On Tuesday 14, the day is about connecting educators, employers and future talent, inspiring them to build a stronger and more inclusive workforce through education and early careers.
Wednesday 15 explores who's funding and investing in the UK's cyber and defence projects, talking about everything from first pitches through to capital growth.
Thursday is all about resilience, looking at 'where geopolitics meets tech' and how the country stays secure in an unpredictable world.
And the final day, on Friday 17, highlights the future of 'place-based innovation', digital transformation and 'cross-county collaboration', showcasing how Gloucestershire is shaping the national agenda for tech-enabled growth.
During Friday's morning event, 'Future Gloucestershire' at Hub8 MX from 10am to 11am, SoGlos's Michelle Fyrne will join business and industry leaders covering 'place' and why Gloucestershire is uniquely positioned to lead the 'next wave of secure technologies and sustainable growth'.
When is the Secure Futures Series by CyNam at Hub8 MX?
The Secure Futures festival takes place each day from Monday 13 to Friday 17 October 2025, with various events taking place at different venues across Gloucestershire. See CyNam's website for the full lineup.
How to book tickets for the Secure Futures Series by CyNam at Hub8 MX?
Tickets are available to book via CyNam's website and also by searching on Eventbrite for 'Secure Futures Series' – see the events page for the full programme of events and book tickets for each session.
