Monday 9 June 2025, 11am-12noon (BST)

In professional boxing, the difference between victory and defeat is often decided long before the bell rings. It’s forged in training, discipline, and the ability to rise after every fall. The same is true in cybersecurity. Join us as we stepped into the ring to explore what security professionals can learn from boxing legends.

It’s not just about defence – it’s about mindset, resilience, and fighting smarter. Through powerful metaphors and real-world parallels, this talk revealed that our greatest rival isn’t just the attacker – it’s stagnation, burnout, and the illusion of safety.

The principles of elite fighters – mental toughness, adaptability, strategic preparation – offer valuable lessons for cybersecurity. Often, it’s not a complete overhaul that drives change, but small, deliberate shifts that lead to lasting impact.

Let’s get ready to rumble.

Guest chaired by

Danny King (info), Managing Director, The SASIG

Presented by

Dr Christian Reinhardt (info), Director of Human Risk Management, SoSafe