26 Feb, 2025
Online
Unpacking The New UN Cybercrime Convention
On 24 December 2024, the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted a Convention Against Cybercrime.
How will it shape the future of cyber resilience? Join the World Bank and experts from international organizations for a webinar exploring the impact of the new Convention for developing countries, including its implications for digital transformation and capacity building.
The discussion will also examine how the Convention interacts with existing international legal frameworks against cybercrime, such as the Budapest Convention and the Malabo Convention.
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28 Feb, 2025
Online
Debrief on the Tenth Substantive Session of the OEWG on Cybersecurity
Friday, February 28, 8:00 to 9:00a.m. (GMT), 9:00 to 10:00a.m. (CET), 4:00-5:00p.m. (MYT), 7:00-8:00p.m. (AEDT) via Zoom
The United Nations Open-ended Working Group (OEWG) on Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) is convening its Tenth Substantive Session in New York from February 17 to 21. This session is the OEWG’s second-to-last meeting before the conclusion of its mandate (2021-2025), making it a pivotal moment in the development of a future UN mechanism for cyber diplomacy.
In this debrief, state representatives and stakeholders will reflect on the main takeaways from the session, including the key issues discussed, the progress achieved, and the challenges ahead in shaping responsible behavior in cyberspace.
Speakers:
- Briony Daley Whitworth, Director, Cyber and Tech Multilateral Engagement Section, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
- Shariffah Rashidah binti Syed Othman, Director, Cyber Security Policy and International Cooperation, National Cyber Security Agency Malaysia (NACSA)
- Louise Marie Hurel, Research Fellow, Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies (RUSI)
Moderator:
- Valentin Weber, Senior Research Fellow, Center for Geopolitics, Geoeconomics, and Technology, DGAP
Welcome:
- Christina Rupp, Senior Policy Researcher Cybersecurity Policy and Resilience, interface
11-13 September 2025
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
LATAM CISO Digi Americas Summit
Organisation
27-28 March 2025
Geneva and Online, Switzerland
Global Conference on AI, Security and Ethics 2025
The inaugural Global Conference on AI, Security and Ethics 2025 will provide a unique forum for the diplomatic ecosystem in Geneva and the wider multistakeholder community, including academic experts, civil society organizations, industry representatives and research labs interested in the governance of AI in security and defence.
The conference, open to all, is organized as part of our programme of work dedicated to multistakeholder engagement, the Roundtable for AI, Security and Ethics (RAISE). By convening experts from diverse backgrounds and across geopolitical divides, RAISE intends to foster inclusive and multisectoral engagement by promoting open dialogue and cooperation.
Programme
- Day 1, Academic Track: Panel discussions, poster sessions, lightning talks, fireside chats and thematic deep-dives.
- Day 2, Policy Track: Panel discussions, poster sessions, lightning talks and fireside chats.
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24th-27th February 2025
Taipei, Taiwan
RightsCon 2025
RightsCon convenes business leaders, policy makers, general counsels, government representatives, technologists, academics, journalists, and human rights advocates from around the world to tackle pressing issues at the intersection of human rights and technology. In engaging fireside chats, hands-on workshops, strategic roundtables, private meetings, and a lively exhibition space, RightsCon is where a global movement comes together to build strategies and drive forward change toward a more free, open, and connected digital world.
Organisation
23-27 June, 2025
Lillestrøm, Norway
Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025
*Update (February 2025): The IGF 2025 is set to take place on 23–27 June in Lillestrøm, Norway!*
In June 2025, Norway will host the Internet Governance Forum (IGF), the world’s largest UN event on Internet governance and a milestone as the largest UN meeting ever held in the country. Marking the forum’s 20th anniversary, the IGF will convene thousands of participants from governments, civil society, academia, and the private sector to address critical issues shaping the digital landscape.
Established in 2006 by the United Nations, the IGF provides a global platform for multistakeholder dialogue on Internet policy. Past events have tackled diverse topics, including digital inclusion, cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging technologies, fostering collaboration across regions and sectors to shape a sustainable and equitable digital future.
This five-day event will feature hundreds of workshops, presentations, and discussions, focusing on themes like digital inclusion, public policy, and online safety. With 4,000 in-person attendees and an equal number joining virtually, it provides a unique platform for international collaboration and exchange. Norwegian stakeholders will also showcase local solutions and perspectives on global Internet governance.
Organisation
17th - 21st February, 2025
New York, United States
10th Substantive Session – U.N. OEWG on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025
The 10th Substantive Session of the UN Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on ICT Security in 2025 will focus on advancing critical discussions and finalizing key outcomes ahead of the group’s conclusion. This session will emphasize the operationalization of the Points of Contact (PoC) Directory and strengthening capacity-building initiatives.
A significant focus will be placed on discussing norms for responsible state behavior in cyberspace. The session will continue conversations on the applicability of international law in ICT security, striving for consensus on how existing legal frameworks apply to state activities in cyberspace.
The participation of non-state stakeholders will also be a central issue, as the accreditation procedure remains a key challenge. Enhanced participation from these stakeholders is critical for contributing to capacity building and sharing expertise.
As the OEWG nears its final phase, this session will set the stage for the comprehensive report and the transition to a permanent global mechanism for ICT security governance.
Organisation
7th- 11th July, 2025
New York, United States
11th and Final Substantive Session – U.N. OEWG on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025
The 11th Substantive Session of the UN Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on ICT Security in 2025 will be a pivotal moment, marking the conclusion of the group’s work. The final session will focus on synthesizing all outputs, including solidifying norms for responsible state behavior and finalizing confidence-building measures (CBMs).
The session will also wrap up capacity-building discussions and focus on finalizing the group’s comprehensive report. This report will offer actionable recommendations for global cooperation on ICT security, setting the foundation for the establishment of a future permanent mechanism.
One of the session’s key priorities will be resolving the ongoing accreditation procedure for non-state stakeholders. This will allow them to effectively contribute to the process, share valuable expertise, and enhance the inclusivity of the dialogue.
Finally, the session will aim to reach consensus on how international law applies to ICT security, establishing clear regulatory frameworks for cyberspace governance. As the OEWG’s mandate comes to an end, this session will provide the blueprint for future international ICT security governance.
Organisation
18th December, 2024
Ryhad, Saudi Arabia
IGF 2024 WS #190 Securing critical infrastructure in cyber: Who and how?
As part of the Internet Governance Forum 2024 (IGF) in Riyadh and aligned with the pillar for enhancing the digital contribution to peace development and stability, this roundtable session brings together diverse stakeholders to address critical policy questions on safeguarding critical infrastructure. Moderated by Vladimir Radunovic and Anastasiya Kazakova, with support from rapporteur Bojana Kovac, the session is organized in a 90-minute roundtable format, emphasizing inclusivity and dynamic engagement through a circular seating arrangement and scenario-based interactions.
Participants explore strategies to strengthen international cooperation on minimum cybersecurity measures, integrate emerging technologies like AI into existing protection frameworks, and enhance information sharing across stakeholders. Attendees actively contribute insights toward the next chapter of the Geneva Manual, focusing on implementing cyber norms and confidence-building measures (CBMs), identifying challenges, and highlighting best practices.
Key outcomes include the development of an implementation checklist for norms and CBMs, actionable recommendations for critical infrastructure protection, and a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities of non-state stakeholders. The session equips participants with practical tools and knowledge to enhance cybersecurity and resilience, encouraging collaboration and innovation in addressing evolving cyber threats.
31st March - 1st April, 2025
High Level Conference on Governance for Web 4.0 and Virtual Worlds (2025)
10th-11th February, 2025
Paris, France
Artificial Intelligence Action Summit (2025)
On 10 and 11 February 2025, France will host the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit, gathering Heads of State and Government, leaders of international organizations, small and large enterprises, representatives of academia, non-governmental organizations, artists and members of civil society. The event aims to be as inclusive as possible, with broad representation across countries and sectors.
The AI revolution is bound to transform employment, education, health, culture and economies, across the world. Building on the important milestones reached during the Bletchley Park (November 2023) and Seoul (May 2024) summits, this gathering will focus on concrete actions to ensure that the global AI sector can drive beneficial social, economic and environmental outcomes in the public interest.
The summit's foundation is being laid through the collaborative efforts of contact groups, which bring together governments, businesses, and civil society representatives from diverse regions. To incorporate a wide range of perspectives and ideas, we have issued calls for contributions, and are partnering with a series of event, building our “Road to the Summit".
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22nd November, 2024
Geneva, Switzerland
2024 Innovations Dialogue: Quantum technologies and their implications for international peace and security
The 2024 Innovations Dialogue conference theme is Quantum Technologies and Their Implications for International Peace and Security. This topic is particularly timely, as the United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This global recognition highlights quantum science’s crucial contributions to technological advancement, sustainable development and equitable access to education and opportunities in this emerging field.
Launched in 2019 and organized by UNIDIR’s Security and Technology Programme, the Innovations Dialogue is one of our flagship annual events. It serves as a unique multi-stakeholder forum for examining developments in science and technology that have significant implications for international peace and security. Similarly established in 2019, GESDA is dedicated to addressing the intersection of science anticipation and global governance for multi-stakeholder action by bringing together experts from diverse geographical and professional backgrounds, including the diplomatic and policy communities, the scientific and technical sectors, industry, academia and civil society.
1st-4th June, 2025
Denver, United States
NICE Conference & Expo (2025)
The 2025 NICE Conference & Expo will take place on June 1-4, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. This year’s conference theme “Climbing Higher: Educating & Sustaining a Resilient Cybersecurity Workforce” highlights the urgency of strengthening and expanding the cybersecurity workforce. By collaborating with key partners, we aim to tackle current challenges and ensure a secure future.
The conference will offer a half-day of targeted workshops followed by two full days of insights from experienced thought leaders from education, government, industry, and non-profits who are addressing cybersecurity’s education, training, and workforce needs.
The NICE Conference is the annual convening of community members and thought leaders from education, government, industry, and non-profits to explore ways of developing a skilled cybersecurity workforce ready to meet the challenges of the future. This event provides an opportunity to share best practices from around the world and across sectors in order to build the workforce we need to confront cybersecurity risks today and in years to come.
This event is hosted by Florida International University and New America, supported by NICE, a program of the National Institute of Standards and Technology in the U.S. Department of Commerce.
28th April - 1st May, 2025
San Francisco, United States
RSA Conference (2025)
Part of the RSA Conference mission is to foster innovative advancement by bringing the biggest, boldest ideas into the spotlight. Explore innovation programs at RSAC 2025 for networking and a front-row seat to the next generation of revolutionary solutions.
RSA Conference 2025 delivers diverse programs and events that cater to everyone, whether you're a student or CISO, a First-Time Attendee, or a Conference veteran. Dive into ground-breaking innovation, earn valuable CE credits, and much more!
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12th - 13th February, 2025
Paris, France
Global Forum on AI and Digital Transformation in the Public Sector (2025)
As part of the 20-year review of the WSIS, the UNESCO Global Forum on AI and Digital Transformation in the Public Sector will take place on 12-13 February 2025.
The forum will address the urgent need to build public sector capacity for effectively leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital technologies, and robust data governance frameworks in promoting sustainable, inclusive, and human rights-based governance. Senior policymakers, industry leaders, academia, and civil society will come together to tackle these critical challenges.
Organized over two days, the UNESCO Global Forum aims to:
- Propose a Plan of Action for Public Sector Capacity Building on AI and Digital Transformation.
- Launch the Dynamic Coalition on Digital Capacity Building.
- Convene stakeholder consultations on the Data Governance Toolkit: A Roadmap for Navigating the Digital Age.
- Foster international collaboration to advance responsible and interoperable approaches.
- Advance global frameworks, including the Global Digital Compact.
Provide input to the WSIS+20 review to shape a reinvigorated WSIS 2.0 vision.
- Foster Knowledge Exchanges and Partnerships
- Launch the Digital Transformation Repository and Learning Hub.
Share best practices, promoting mutual learning and collaboration among stakeholders.
