On November 7th, 2026, the local cyber security community will gather at the iconic Royal Bath Hotel for BSides Bournemouth 2026. For us at Cydea, this isn’t just another entry on our corporate events calendar; it is a celebration of a vibrant, passionate community that we are immensely proud to be part of.
We are thrilled to announce that Cydea is once again officially sponsoring the conference, continuing our deep commitment to supporting the grassroots spaces where our industry truly thrives, innovates, and connects.
As a Cydea team member and a proud part of the organising committee, I’m especially excited to support BSides Bournemouth. Backing this event is a natural extension of our commitment to champion the incredible dedication of our people as they help foster real collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth across the wider cyber security ecosystem.
The power of grassroots cyber security
Inspired by the global framework of the BSides movement, BSides Bournemouth is built entirely by the community, for the community.
While massive commercial trade shows certainly have their place, grassroots conferences are the true lifeblood of cyber security. They break down traditional barriers, creating an intimate, accessible environment where industry veterans, curious hobbyists, and students can stand on equal footing to exchange breakthrough ideas, debate emerging threats, and engage in hands-on learning.
Corporate sponsorship of grassroots events plays a critical role in sustaining this dynamic:
- Nurturing local talent and academia: Bournemouth has rapidly grown into a vibrant tech hub, bolstered by academic programmes at institutions like Bournemouth University. Grassroots events create an invaluable bridge between classroom learning and practical field experience, giving us a direct opportunity to engage with, mentor, and inspire the next wave of cyber security professionals.
- Empowering our people and vision: At Cydea, we advocate for an optimistic approach to cyber security, focusing on building a safer digital world where more things go right. By backing community initiatives led by our team, we actively enable our colleagues to drive positive, real-world impact beyond our day-to-day client work.
- Driving collaborative thought leadership: Tackling complex modern security risks requires open, non-commercial dialogue and collective problem-solving. Sponsoring BSides ensures that high-quality, peer-led education and networking remain open and affordable to all, regardless of career stage or background.
See you by the seaside!
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner, a researcher, or just taking your first steps into the world of cyber security, BSides Bournemouth 2026 offers something invaluable for everyone.
Our team will be there in full force on November 7th at the Royal Bath Hotel, and we would love to spark up a conversation, exchange stories, and explore new ideas together.
Ray Morrison
Lucia Turner
Niall McElroy
Priya Deuchande
Jennifer Howarth