22 Oct, 2024
UN Cybercrime Convention: What does it mean and how will it impact all of us?
After three years of negotiations, initiated by Russia in 2017, the UN Member States at the Ad Hoc Committee (AHC) adopted the draft of the first globally binding legal instrument on cybercrime. The adoption of the convention has proceeded despite significant opposition from human rights groups, civil society, and technology companies, who have raised concerns about potential risks of increased surveillance.
Once formally adopted, how will the UN cybercrime convention impact the security of users in the cyber environment? What does this legal instrument actually say about the cross-border cooperation in combating cybercrime? What human rights protections and safeguards does it provide?
Join this webinar for a virtual expert discussion to get the views of several delegates involved in the negotiation process. The session will help understand the contents of the agreed draft convention and its practical implications for all of us.
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Organisation
14th-18th October, 2024
Vienna, Austria
12th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime
The twelfth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime will be held from 14 to 18 October 2024, in person, at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna.
The Conference decided, in its decision 6/3, that its sessions would be preceded by informal pre-session consultations, without interpretation, to be held on the working day preceding the first day of the Conference, which would provide an opportunity for States to engage in informal consultations on draft resolutions and, inter alia, the provisional agenda for the subsequent session of the Conference. The informal pre-session consultations will be held on Friday, 11 October 2024.
Pursuant to article 32 of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime, a Conference of the Parties to the Convention was established to improve the capacity of States Parties to combat transnational organized crime and to promote and review the implementation of this Convention. The Conference of the Parties adopted at its ninth session resolution 9/1 on the establishment of a mechanism for the review of the implementation of UNTOC and its Protocols.
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16th October, 2024
Singapore, Singapore
The Geneva Manual: How Do Cyber Norms Guide Us In Protecting Critical Infrastructure? Singapore International Cyber Week
Cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure (CI) and assets have become the ‘new normal’ in today’s heightened geopolitical climate, often going undetected by the victims. To maintain international security and peace, do both state and non-state stakeholders understand the right measures to secure critical assets? How do the agreed cyber norms support operators of critical facilities and other relevant stakeholders? What key questions should actors focus on to reduce harm from cyber threats affecting CI?
The gathering will explore these questions in the context of the Geneva Manual on Responsible Behavior in Cyberspace, a comprehensive guide for implementing cyber norms and confidence-building measures (CBMs) by non-state stakeholders. Launched by the Geneva Dialogue—established by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs and led by DiploFoundation with support from the Republic and State of Geneva, the Center for Digital Trust (C4DT) at EPFL, Swisscom, and UBS—the Geneva Dialogue is a global initiative engaging over 50 organizations and experts representing diverse stakeholder groups worldwide.
This session addresses the zero draft of the new Geneva Manual chapters on critical infrastructure protection, focusing on the practical implementation of relevant cyber norms. The discussion helps collect the necessary input to finalize the next chapter of the Manual.
17 Oct, 2024
Online
Credentials Management Lifecycle and Best Practices
Join ICANN and AFRINIC for an essential 90-minute webinar on Credential Management Lifecycle and Best Practices. This session will take you through every stage of credential management— from issuance and usage to maintenance and revocation—equipping you with the knowledge to safeguard your systems effectively.
By the end of this webinar, you’ll be able to
- Fully understand the credential management lifecycle and how to implement best practices.
- Strengthen your organization's security by mastering credential audits, automation, and incident response.
- Grasp the critical importance of credential management in securing INRs, the DNS and Internet infrastructure.
This webinar is ideal for:
1. Network and IT engineers
2. System administrators
3. Cybersecurity professionals
4. Information Security and IT Managers
5. IT policy and compliance personnel
27th September 2024
Budapest, Kis Rókus u. 16-20, 1024, Hungary
European Cybersecurity Skills Conference 2024
On 26-27 September 2024, the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) holds its 3rd annual European Cybersecurity Skills Conference, in Budapest, Hungary. This event, supported by the Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU, will bring together professionals from the cybersecurity skills community. It aims to facilitate the exchange of experiences, address challenges, and share best practices.
The conference will also outline the future direction of the European Cybersecurity Skills Framework (ECSF) and showcase activities from the European Commission and Member States related to the Cybersecurity Skills Academy.
Key topics include:
- The emerging regulatory framework for cybersecurity and its implications on skills
- Diverse stakeholder experiences in skills development
- The way forward for the ECSF
- Capacity-building activities in the EU and candidate countries
- Multi-stakeholder cooperation on cybersecurity skills
- Measuring the skills gap and identifying trends in the EU
The target audience includes the labor force, ICT professionals, digital experts, educators, and anyone interested in developing their digital capabilities. Topics will cover digital technology specialization, cybersecurity, and essential digital skills for all.
The language of the event is English.
30th September, 2024
Peace Palace, Carnegieplein 2, 2517 KJ, The Hague, Netherlands (the)
Beyond 125 Years: Securing our World’s Digital Future
Join the City of The Hague, the CyberPeace Institute, and the Global Cyber Alliance at “Beyond 125 Years – Securing our Digital Future.” This is more than an event; it’s a call to action. Building on successful initiatives like CyberPeace Builders and Common Good Cyber, we are rallying global leaders, cyber defenders, and philanthropies to pledge and endorse the creation of a fund for cybersecurity as a common good.
125 years ago, The Hague hosted the first Peace Convention, leading to the establishment of the Permanent Court of Arbitration, the Peace Palace, and a worldwide ecosystem dedicated to peace and justice.
Today, as we navigate a digitised world, the vision of peace and justice is under threat. A fragmented, under-resourced architecture faces relentless cyberattacks, jeopardising international organisations, nonprofits, and volunteers who support access to clean water, humanitarian aid, healthcare, justice, and refugee protection. Their cybersecurity remains an undervalued universal good.
11th September 2024
The House of the Americas, Washington D.C., United States
GFCE Annual Meeting 2024
Over the last 9 years, the GFCE has witnessed the growth and maturing of the cyber capacity-building landscape. With more stakeholders than ever contributing to cyber, improving global coordination efforts to avoid the further fragmentation of the cyber capacity building ecosystem becomes imperative to tackle contemporary challenges brought about by cyberspace. To address this, the theme of this year's gathering will focus on "unifying efforts to bridge cyber capacity gaps".
The GFCE Annual Meeting 2024 will bring the GFCE Community together in Washington in person to reflect on the GFCE’s developments and activities, explore the GFCE’s coordination role in identified areas (e.g. gender inclusivity, UN processes, regional efforts), and exchange ideas and updates on key topics. Back-to-back with the Annual Meeting, the GFCE will also celebrate its Regional Meeting for the Americas and the Caribbean on the 9th September. You may register for the regional meeting when registering for the Annual Meeting.
The two-day Annual Meeting and the Regional Meeting will take place at the Organization of American States (OAS) Headquarters and there will be several networking opportunities arranged for all participants.
16 Oct, 2024
Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, Singapore
GFCE Southeast Asia Regional Meeting 2024
Addressing AI and Cybercrime Challenges: Strengthening Cybersecurity in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is at a pivotal moment, navigating the swift rise of digital technologies while facing an increasingly complex threat environment. The GFCE Southeast Asia Regional Meeting is designed to tackle these critical issues by promoting meaningful discussions on enhancing regional cybersecurity capacity and harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to address cybercrime.
This event is in line with the GFCE's mission to advance capacity building across all levels. It focuses on the specific needs and challenges of Southeast Asia, aiming to bolster the region's cybersecurity defenses through collaborative efforts. The inclusion of AI in the cybersecurity conversation highlights its role as a crucial asset in the fight against cybercrime. Participants will engage in open dialogues to explore innovative approaches and solutions to strengthen the region's digital security and safeguard its citizens from emerging threats.
Scheduled to take place in person in Singapore, this event will gather ASEAN member states and other regional stakeholders. It will provide a platform to discuss the evolving cybercrime landscape and the impact of AI on enhancing cybersecurity and addressing workforce gaps. The meeting will also engage regional participants in the activities of the SEA GFCE regional hub.
For a detailed agenda, please refer to the program menu tab.
The half-day regional meeting will be held at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore, in conjunction with the Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW). Attendees must register for SICW to participate in the GFCE Southeast Asia Regional Meeting. This event will also offer networking opportunities with ASEAN member states and other regional stakeholders within the Southeast Asia and GFCE communities.
15th-18th October 2024
Kigali Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda
Africa Cyber Defense Forum 2024
The 5th annual edition of the ACDF 2024 will takes place from 15 to 18 October in Kigali, Rwanda. Africa Cyber Defense Forum is a continental platform for public-private cooperation. The Forum, through its well curated and world-class content, engages top-level Government, military and law enforcement officials, technology experts, business and other leaders of society to shape the continental, regional and industry agendas in the African cyberspace.
Theme: Enhancing Cyber Resilience: Safeguarding Africa’s Digital Infrastructure against Emerging Technology Threats
ACDF 2024 Discussion Tracks:
- Emerging Technologies
- Policy and Regulations
- Solutions
- Government
- Capacity Building
ACDF 2024 Tech Leaders, Speakers and Experts:
- Eddy Kayihura, Senior Consultant, AP Consulting Ltd
- John Omo, Secretary-General, African Telecommunications Union
- Noureen Njoroge, Director, Global Cyber Threat Intelligence, Nike
- David Kanamugire, Chief Executive Officer, National Cyber Security Authority, Rwanda
- Paula Ingabire, Minister for ICT and Innovation, Rwanda
30th August-6th September 2024
Wellington, New Zealand
APNIC 58. (Asia Pacific Network Information Centre)
APNIC 58 will be held from 30 August to 6 September 2024. Workshops and partner meetings will be held from 30 August to 2 September followed by the conference from 4 to 6 September 2024.
The conference brings together Internet and networking expert government representatives, industry leaders, and other interested parties from around the world to learn, share ideas and experience, network with peers, and develop policies related to Internet operations.
Speakers, among others:
- Adli Wahid is a Security Specialist at Asia Pacific Network Information Centre.
- Anupam Agrawal is the Lead Corporate Industry Forums and Standards Cell at Tata Consultancy Services Limited.
- Bertrand Cherrier is with the Micro Logic Systems Policy SIG.
- Bikram Shrestha is a Senior Network Analyst/Technical Trainer at the Nepal Internet Foundation.
- Dave Phelan is a Principal Research Fellow at APNIC.
- Di Ma is with ZDNS.
- Gaurav Kansal is a Joint Director (IT) at the National Informatics Centre.
- Jocelyn Bateman is the Deputy CEO of TWNIC.
- Joy Chan is with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Global Interconnection Strategy.
- Karla Skarda is a Senior Director Registry at APNIC.
- Kenny Huang is the Chair at TWNIC.
- Md Abdul Awal Haolader is a Network Analyst/Technical Trainer at APNIC.
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1 Oct, 2024
Army Navy Country Club 1700 Army Navy Drive Arlington, VA 22202 United States, United States
Uniting Women in Cyber 2024
Your Uniting Women in Cyber (UWIC) event convenes a powerful and diverse network of cyber leaders and experts to discuss emerging global trends, technological advancements, and workforce development.
UWIC is the premier event for professionals, aspiring practitioners and all who are interested in cybersecurity, to meet and network with national leaders in the field.
Come and be a part of a vibrant, diverse community to learn, share ideas, and expand your professional network!
New in 2024:
UWIC Afterparty - A crossover event with the reception for The Cyber Guild Recognition Awards; the awards is an invite only event that follows that evening. This is a unique opportunity to mingle and network in a relaxed setting with rising stars and rock stars in cybersecurity. Stay and join us for complimentary wine or soft drink on the beautiful veranda.
UWIC Podcast - The conference agenda includes an on-stage podast interview hosted by The Cipher Brief: committed to publishing trusted, non-partisan information that brings together the expertise of the public and private sectors to provide stronger national security for all.
UWIC seeks to:
• Advance and attract women by showcasing diverse thoughts and talent in addressing critical strategic agendas.
• Activate leaders and future leaders through thought leadership and education on emerging global trends, regulations, and technologies.
• Advocate for cybersecurity as integral to the sustainable success and safety of nations, organizations, and communities.
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2nd-4th September 2024
Sydney, Australia
Sydney Dialogue 2024 – 3rd Edition
The Sydney Dialogue (TSD) brings together world leaders, global technology industry innovators and top experts in cyber and critical technology for frank and productive discussions, with a specific focus on the Indo-Pacific.
TSD 2024 will generate conversations that address the awesome advances being made across these technologies, their impact on our societies, economies and national security, and how we can best manage their adoption over the next decade and beyond. These will include generative artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, biotechnology, climate and space technologies.
This year’s event will also capture the key trends that are dominating international technology, security and geopolitical discussions. With more than 80 national elections set to take place around the world in 2024, the event will also focus on the importance of political leadership, global cooperation and the stable development of technologies amid great power transition, geopolitical uncertainty and ongoing conflict.
Topics for discussion will also include technological disruptors, cybercrime, online disinformation, hybrid warfare, electoral interference, climate security, international standards and norms, as well as technology design with the aim of enhancing partnerships, trust and global co-operation.
Speakers:
- Maria Ressa, Co-founder, Rappler
- The Hon Clare O'Neil MP, Federal Member for Hotham, Australian Government
- The Hon Judith Collins KC, Member of Parliament, New Zealand Parliament
- Dr Renato U. Solidum, Jr, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Philippines
- Ivan John E. Uy, Secretary, Department of Information and Communications Technology, Philippines Government
- Baiba Braže, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Latvia
- The Hon Tim Watts MP, Federal Member for Gellibrand, Australian Government
- The Hon José-Marie Griffiths, Ph.D., President, Dakota State University
- Lord Fakafanua, Member of Parliament, Tonga
- Akiko Murakami, Executive Director, Japan AI Safety Institute (AISI)
- David van Weel, Assistant Secretary General for Innovation, Hybrid, and Cyber, NATO
- Urvashi Aneja, Researcher, Policy Analyst, and Entrepreneur
- Brendan Dowling, Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Critical Technology, Australia
- Connor Leahy, Chief Executive Officer, Conjecture
- Lt General (Retd) Rajesh Pant, Former National Cyber Security Coordinator, India
- Shigeru Kitamura, President & CEO, Kitamura Economic Security Inc.
- Shigehiro Tanaka, Former Vice Minister for International Affairs, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Japan
- Damar Juniarto, Human Rights Activist
- Dr Soichi Noguchi, Astronaut
- Alex Capri, Research Fellow, Hinrich Foundation
- Jason Healey, Senior Research Scholar, Columbia University’s School for International and Public Affairs
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18 Jul, 2024
Online
Debrief on the Eighth Substantive Session of the OEWG on Cybersecurity
The UN’s Open-ended Working Group (OEWG) on information and communications technologies held its Eighth Substantive Session from July 8 to 12. The OEWG aims to further develop the rules, norms, and principles of responsible behavior in cyberspace; establish regular institutional dialogue with the broad participation of states; and continue to study the existing and potential threats in the sphere of information security, among other agenda items.
Bringing together state representatives and stakeholders, this debrief will cover the main takeaways from the session. It will provide an understanding of the key issues discussed, the progress achieved, and the challenges ahead in developing a future UN mechanism for cyber diplomacy.
Speakers:
- Julien Sylvestre-Fleury, Senior Policy Officer, International Cybersecurity Policy, Global Affairs Canada
- Catalina Vera Toro, Alternate Representative, Permanent Mission of Chile to the Organization of American States (OAS), Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile
- Christina Rupp, Senior Policy Researcher Cybersecurity Policy and Resilience, interface
- Tan E Guang Eugene, Associate Research Fellow, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS)
Moderator:
- Valentin Weber, Senior Research Fellow, Center for Geopolitics, Geoeconomics, and Technology, DGAP
24 Jul, 2024
Online
Using current and emerging cyber tools for disaster management in Africa
This webinar will focus on leveraging technology to enhance preparedness, response, and recovery efforts in the face of natural or man-made disasters on the African continent. This webinar aims to explore the utilization of cutting-edge cyber tools and technologies to improve disaster management practices in the context of Africa. The webinar will delve into innovative solutions that enable quicker, more coordinated responses to crises, ultimately enhancing overall resilience in the region.
Organisation
1-2 October 2024
The Hague, Netherlands (the)
ONE Conference
The ONE Conference is Europe’s prime cybersecurity event. A leading platform for sharing knowledge, best practices and research results. This year’s edition will take place on 1 & 2 October 2024. Both days will offer a plenary programme as well as optional breakout sessions in smaller groups.
A wide variety of topics will be addressed: from highly technical subjects such as malware detection, incident response, and law enforcement cases to less technical subjects, such as partnerships between the public and the private domain, governance and recent cybersecurity research.
