Hampshire and Sussex Cyber Cluster – Cyber Den

Join Hampshire and Sussex Cyber Cluster at Cyber Den – as part of UKC3, the new platform for cyber innovation in Hampshire & Sussex.

Cyber Den is an exciting pilot event series designed to spark collaboration and growth across the South East’s cyber ecosystem. Bringing together start-ups, SMEs, universities, corporates, public sector partners, and expert panellists, the event will showcase cutting-edge solutions to today’s most pressing cyber challenges.

Blending the buzz of a Dragons’ Den– style pitch with meaningful opportunities for dialogue, Cyber Den gives early-stage businesses the chance to share ideas with sector leaders and practitioners. The format is designed to open conversations, encourage mentorship, and highlight innovation that strengthens supply chains and regional resilience.

Participants (SMEs or start-ups) will be asked to prepare a short 10-minute pitch to present to our panel of experts. The pitch can focus on an upcoming project where you would value advice and feedback from our range of panellists, or pitch a new idea/project with potential for investment and collaboration. Most importantly, Cyber Den is a fantastic networking opportunity — a chance to connect with other SMEs in the region, share experiences, and spark partnerships that could lead to future growth.

But Cyber Den is more than a pitch event – it’s about building community. Networking and collaboration sessions will connect innovators, anchor organisations, and academia, creating partnerships that last well beyond the pilot and laying the foundations for a more secure digital future.

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