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??? AI Cybersecurity Deephack: Advancing European Defence Capabilities ??? 24 - 26 April | Online Phishing attacks are getting smarter – can #AI outthink them? COcyber is launching the #AICybersecurityDeephack to tackle this critical challenge. We need AI engineers, cybersecurity professionals, ethical hackers, and startups to develop AI-powered solutions that stop phishing attacks before they strike. ?? The challenge: your task is to create AI-powered technologies that use Natural Language Processing #NLP, anomaly detection, and real-time #threatintelligence to detect phishing attempts targeting both the #civilian and #defence spheres. The best solutions will gain mentorship, #acceleration support, and visibility within the European cybersecurity ecosystem. ?? Ready to take on the challenge? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dzQQsyaY Powered by Ultrahack and coordinated by our project lead EIT Digital. #Cybersecurity #AI #Innovation #Deephack #EU #Defence #Phishing #COcyber

?? Meet the COcyber Ambassadors As we continue introducing our first batch of #COcyberAmbassadors, today we turn the spotlight on Eduvigis Ortiz, founder and president of Women4Cyber Spain (W4C Spain). Eduvigis brings over 30 years of experience in business consulting and #information systems, with expertise in designing and implementing strategies for alliances, partner ecosystems, and business units, as well as fostering innovation in cybersecurity, #bigdata, #AI, data analytics, and #digitaltransformation across multicultural environments. She also co-hosts the radio program "Cruzando Puentes: ?Iberoamérica cada vez más cerca"! on Capital Radio, promoting talent, investment & entrepreneurship between Latin America and Spain. ??? What she expects: "As a COcyber Ambassador, I aim to contribute to strengthening Europe’s #digitalsafety readiness by leveraging my network and expertise to bridge #cybersecuritystakeholders. I expect to support the dissemination of COcyber’s initiatives, foster #engagement with new stakeholders, advocate for diverse talent, facilitate dialogue between civilian and defence professionals, and contribute to policy discussions shaping the future of European cybersecurity." Welcome aboard, Eduvigis! We are excited to collaborate on building a more resilient and collaborative cybersecurity ecosystem in Europe. ?? https://lnkd.in/diCm_nic #COcyberAmbassadors #digitalresilience #eucybersecurity #cyberaware #dep #EU

?? Our March Cybersphere Insights edition is out! This month, we’re launching a challenge to tackle #phishing with #AI, bringing expert voices to COcyber, and sharing insights from our needs assessment on gaps in #cybersecurity collaboration. ?? AI Cybersecurity Deephack – advancing European defence capabilities ?? COcyber Ambassadors – six experts expanding our project's reach and impact ?? Bridging Gaps – COcyber Needs Assessment report #Cyberthreats won’t wait. Neither should you. Read the full edition & get involved. ?? #COcyberAmbassadors #cyberresilience #AICybersecurityDeephack #dep #EU #cyberaware #cyberdefence

Cybersecurity & Technology – Key Insights from COcyber’s PESTEL Report #Cybersecurity isn’t just about defending against threats - it’s about leveraging innovation to build #resilience. As part of COcyber’s PESTEL analysis of the European cybersecurity sector, we’re breaking down the #tech factors shaping security in both civilian and defence spheres. ?? Critical role of emerging technologies in cybersecurity ?? Balancing innovation through #technologytransfer & dual-use dynamics ?? Impact of disparities in #techinfrastructure across the EU ?? Lifecycle costs as a barrier to cybersecurity innovations ?? Mitigating risks in interconnected systems and critical infrastructure ?? Dependency on external suppliers and strategic autonomy ?? #Ethical and #regulatory challenges in dual-use cybersecurity ?? Challenges & Opportunities The EU faces challenges in integrating #dualuse technologies, high investment demands, infrastructure gaps, #interoperability issues & ethical concerns. Opportunities ahead: fostering #innovation, strengthening #collaboration, advancing dual-use tech & ensuring ethical alignment. ?? Full report: https://lnkd.in/d4pFP3Fk #AI #cyberresilience #techinnovation #cyberthreats #EUcybersecurity #defencetech

?? Meet the COcyber Ambassadors As we continue introducing our first batch of #COcyberAmbassadors, today we turn the spotlight on Nizar Touleimat, Director of the Research and Innovation Programme for the Application of Smart Digital Systems to Security and Defence at CEA-List. With extensive experience in #AI, #cybersecurity, and #digitalinnovation, Dr. Touleimat has worked on multidisciplinary projects applying #AI to #datascience. He coordinates the EU-funded STARLIGHT project, which focuses on AI for law enforcement and protecting critical infrastructures from AI-driven #cyberthreats. He also represents CEA in European cybersecurity and defense organizations, contributing to European policy discussions on #digitalsovereignty. ??? What he expects: "As a COcyber Ambassador, I will use my network in both #civilian & #defense sectors to promote the project, disseminate results, and connect the community with key European agencies. I also aim to advise on #cybersecuritychallenges, share COcyber’s work in public discussions, and ensure its findings contribute to European R&D programs and policy development." Welcome aboard, Nizar! Looking forward to working together to strengthen #cybersecurity and digital resilience. ?? https://lnkd.in/diCm_nic

Short-Term Strategies for Strengthening Cybersecurity Collaboration As part of our Deliverable "Bridging Gaps: A Needs Assessment Report for Enhanced Collaboration Between Civilian and Defence Cybersecurity Spheres", COcyber has outlined a comprehensive set of recommendations. Today, we highlight the short-term strategies (≤2 years) aimed at fostering stronger collaboration between #civilian and #defence #cybersecurity spheres. ? Information Sharing Mechanisms – Establishing secure platforms and networks for real-time #cyberthreat intelligence exchange. ? Joint Operational Readiness – Enhancing coordination through joint #cyberincident response teams, training, and simulations. ? Governance & Framework Alignment – Developing shared terminologies, protocols, and streamlining #technologytransfer processes. These strategies address immediate challenges and lay the groundwork for long-term cooperation. ?????? Full report: https://lnkd.in/eTxJhBcP #cybersecurity #collaboration #COcyber #cyberdefence #DEP #EU #cyberaware

?? Meet the COcyber Ambassadors As we continue introducing our first batch of #COcyberAmbassadors, today we turn the spotlight on Madhusanka Liyanage, Associate Professor at University College Dublin. With extensive expertise in #networksecurity, #privacy, and next-generation mobile networks, Madhusanka leads the Network Softwarization and Security Labs (NetsLab) at UCD. He has contributed to over 15 EU and international projects, securing €8M+ in research funding. Recognized among the world’s top 2% of scientists, he has co-authored 250+ publications, holds two #patents, and has received numerous awards, including the IEEE ComSoc Outstanding Young Researcher Award. Madhusanka is also an expert consultant at ENISA and a Young Academy of Ireland member. ??? What he expects: "As a COcyber Ambassador, I aim to foster synergies between the #civilian and #defence sectors in Europe, promote knowledge sharing, and contribute to policy discussions on #cybersecurity. My goal is to leverage my experience in large-scale projects & collaboration with organizations like ENISA, ETSI, and 6G-IA, advancing COcyber’s mission through strategic insights on #networksecurity, privacy, and #AI-driven cybersecurity solutions”. Welcome aboard, Madhusanka! Looking forward to driving impactful cybersecurity initiatives together. ?? https://lnkd.in/diCm_nic

?? #ENISA: 20 Years of Securing Europe’s Digital Future! ? For two decades, ENISA has been at the forefront of building a trusted and cyber secure Europe. ? ? 20 years of achievements ? 20 years of growth ? 20 years of delivering value to our communities ? As we prepare to embark on an exciting new chapter—with a fresh strategy, a new structure, and expanded responsibilities—we take a moment to look back at some of the key milestones that shaped our journey. ? ??? Watch our new video! #ENISA20

Cybersecurity & Society – Key Insights from COcyber’s PESTEL Report #Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology - it’s about people. As part of COcyber’s PESTEL analysis of the European cybersecurity sector, we’re breaking down the #socialfactors shaping trust, workforce development, and public #engagement in cybersecurity across #civilian and #defence spheres. ?? Need for public awareness and #digitalliteracy in cybersecurity ?? The dual threat of #workforceshortages and social implications ?? Rebuilding #trust in governance and technology ?? Ethical challenges in #dualusetechnology deployment ?? Public scrutiny of surveillance and #privacy practices ?? Challenges & Opportunities The EU faces the balancing of #transparency with the need for operational #secrecy, privacy, surveillance, and misuse of advanced tech. Opportunities ahead: strengthening cross-sector collaboration, fostering digital literacy, addressing workforce development, and ensuring ethical governance in cybersecurity strategies. ?? Full report: https://lnkd.in/d4pFP3Fk #Cybersecurity #DigitalLiteracy #EthicalAI #PublicAwareness #CyberWorkforce #DualUseTech

?? Meet the COcyber Ambassadors As we continue introducing our first batch of #COcyberAmbassadors, today we turn the spotlight on Antonio Grasso, Founder & CEO of Digital Business Innovation Srl - dbi.srl. With over 40 years of experience in #AI, #IoT, and #cybersecurity, Antonio is a globally recognized technologist, keynote speaker, and author. He has worked with multinational companies, public institutions, and the European Commission on initiatives like Next Generation Internet and AI4EU. He was granted a Generative AI patent (2024) and named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) for his contributions to #socialprogress. ??? What he expects: "As a COcyber Ambassador, I aim to strengthen #cybersecurity culture in Europe by engaging stakeholders, promoting best practices & supporting businesses in adopting effective strategies. My goal is to empower organizations & individuals to navigate the #digitallandscape confidently, while enhancing #resilience and #innovation”. Welcome onboard, Antonio! Looking forward to a strong collaboration in advancing cybersecurity initiatives. ?? https://lnkd.in/diCm_nic