We need to talk about…patching

Most organizations have a formal patching policy. This is also a requirement under both DORA and NIS2. Research shows that most patching policy contain deadlines within which the different categories of vulnerabilities must be patched. But only some of these organizations can actually measure whether they comply with their own policy. Paradoxically, it is therefore […]

PQC Migration Survival Panel (Now with 90% Less Anxiety)

The Quantum Computer is on its way, and it is here to stay! The technical development in the field of Quantum Computing is growing quickly and experts expect to see a Cryptographic Relevant Quantum Computer (CRQC) within 10 to 15 years. The CRQC can weaken, and in some specific cases, break widely used algorithms, rendering […]

European Partnerships for a sovereign cyber future

As the European Union continues to depend heavily on non-EU providers for critical digital infrastructure—ranging from cloud services and cybersecurity tools to hardware and software—concerns over digital sovereignty and strategic autonomy are rising. This reliance poses significant risks to data privacy, supply chain resilience, and Europe’s ability to independently secure its digital future. Structural challenges […]

From Assessment to Action: Coordinated Risk Strategy

In an era where supply chains are as interconnected as the technologies that power them, cybersecurity risks no longer respect sectoral or national boundaries. This panel explores the urgent need for an EU-wide, coordinated approach to supply chain security—one that bridges public and private sectors, aligns risk assessment methodologies, and drives the development of a […]

How can we inspire Gen Z to become ethical hackers?

With $23.8 trillion forecasted to be lost to Cybercrime in 2027 and 80% of NYC teenagers having hacked by age of 16, we are facing a generational crisis. The Hacking Games will inspire, educate and equip this generation to be defenders and not attackers. During our panel, we will discuss the challenges faced with a […]

Discussion: teaching ethics to (future) IT professionals

As society is digitalizing and we depend more on technology, securing IT systems and preventing the abuse thereof is increasingly becoming more important. To protect these systems, there is a need for cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers that build in security and test the safety of systems. However, learning how systems can be protected oftentimes […]

Beyond125: Strengthening Civil Society in Cyberspace

One year after its launch at the Peace Palace, the Beyond125 campaign returns to the Hague, at the ONE Conference, to showcase progress in advancing cybersecurity for civil society organizations. Led by the City of The Hague, the CyberPeace Institute, and Common Good Cyber, Beyond125 addresses the urgent need to protect nonprofits from rising digital […]