Europe faces a decisive moment in cybersecurity. As digital threats escalate and alliances shift, the question is whether Europe will lead in cybersecurity or stay dependent. The EU’s ReArm Europe / Readiness 2030 shows intent, but funding alone won’t deliver sovereignty. Drawing on experience from U.S. Cyber Command, NSA, and the Defense Intelligence Agency, and now serving as CEO of a leading European cybersecurity firm, Cody Barrow outlines what it takes to build real capability. This talk calls on leaders to act quickly to back European industry and close the gap between strategy and execution before the window closes.
