Cybercore
A Cyber Defense Engineering Unit
to protect Africa
"Making the Cyberspace a more friendly, safe and secure place !"
It is time to open up a new chapter to empower and strengthen the African & European relationships.
Italy - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Date: October 28 2025
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, and the Minister of the Interior, Matteo Piantedosi, in Africa for the first part of a mission to sub-Saharan Africa.
A concrete sign of Africa’s strategic priority for the Italian Government.
Europe needs Africa and Africa needs Europe, because the Cyberspace has no boundaries.
In an increasingly interdependent and interconnected world, Africa and Europe need to work together to address global challenges such as sustainable development, energy, climate change, security, migration and higher education.
For this reason, increased cooperation between universities in Africa and Europe can be seen as a way to support capacity building and development
activities, as well as to enhance academic performance.
What is an AI Cluster ?
Clusters should be considered as regional ecosystems of related industries and competences featuring a broad array of inter-industry interdependencies.
They are defined as groups of firms, related economic actors, and institutions (collective intelligence) that are located near each other and have reached a sufficient scale to develop specialised expertise, services, resources, suppliers and skills.
Clusters are referred to both as a concept and a real economic phenomenon, such as the Silicon Valley, the effects of which, such as employment concentration, can be measured.
As the world rapidly advances into the "Age of Algorithms", the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in driving economic growth and innovation has become increasingly crucial. For cluster organizations and regional or national governments, AI offers transformative potential which becomes a MUST to be considered.
The integration of AI into these ecosystems not only enhances their capacity to innovate but also ensures their competitiveness on a global scale.
A strategic factor in the supply chain of structured information.
Cluster organisations have traditionally played a vital role in economic and industrial development.
AI Cluster act as hubs of innovation, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the creation of new technologies.
For instance, AI-driven data analytics can help cluster organisations identify emerging trends and opportunities in their industries much faster than traditional methods. This not only accelerates the innovation cycle but also allows and gives a competitive advantage to AI Clusters to stay ahead in a highly competitive global market.
Accelerating and strengthening the African and European economy through a strategic collaboration.
The Cybercore Programme seeks to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of the new emerging economies and industries, particularly SMEs, improving their performance in terms of productivity, innovation, internationalisation and resource efficiency (Agenda 2030 and Agenda 2063).
The Cybercore programme is mainly to build a high-level, interdisciplinary worldwide community that gathers policymakers, global leaders, social change makers, digital strategists, scholars, and cultural actors to critically examine the evolving intersections between technology, culture, and diplomacy.
The Cybercore programme aims to foster collaborative discourse on the ethical, strategic, and geopolitical dimensions of digital influence - while exploring innovative pathways for promoting intercultural understanding and shaping a more inclusive global order.
The Cybercore Community is a fast growing leading global network of people and organizations working in "AI Clusters and Innovation Ecosystems" around the globe.
Cybercore Accelerator Programme
We create global connections and inspire people.
Accelerating the development of international cultural relations, and playing a significant role in strengthening relations between Italy and other countries.
Cybercore Accelerator Programme is a structured program specifically designed for emerging economies to launch a fast-track growth of early-stage companies by providing training, technical assistance, software and hardware selection process, senior mentorship, sharing experience and knowledge, to build a cultural bridge between Africa, Europe and North America (and many other marketplaces).
World Economic Forum
>>> AI revolution and emerging markets
>>> Be ready for AI
This program usually runs through many stages for a set period of time (typically three months), offering startups a chance to network with advisers and potential investors.
All project proposals joining a startup accelerator program, must not only have an idea, but at least a prototype, a minimum viable product (MVP) or an actual product (not yet market-ready).
In all advanced economies like USA or Canada, there are more than over 200 accelerator programs.
Reason why AI ICT Cluster Hubs are extremely important in emerging economies like Morocco.
Reason why one of the main targets of Cybercore is to make the Cyberspace a more friendly, safe and secure place !
The First African Pilot Partner of the Cybercore Programme
Nation: Morocco
Cybercore Official Selection:
Cadi Ayyad University -
ENSA
Ecole Nationale des Sciences Appliquées
BP 575, Avenue Abdelkrim Khattabi, 40000
Guéliz - Marrakech
"Cadi Ayyad University - ENSA Ecole Nationale des Sciences Appliquées
receives the Cybercore Award, the Best Recognition Cybersecurity Programme"
"Cadi Ayyad University & ENSA is honoured to receive this prestigious award recognition from these distinguished platforms like EGov Metrics, Mediterranean Academy of Cultural Diplomacy and from the Boston Global Forum in the person of Joseph Caristena (strategist and coordinator of Mediterranean Affairs)", says the Director of ENSA Prof. Hassan Ayad "I think the Cybercore Programme is very interesting programme for Africa".
Video YouTube:
>>> https://youtu.be/CKSYHbeYa8s?si=inCNAUJOsWGZhuBl
Photo Gallery
>>> https://www.egovmetrics.com/index.php/Africa-SDGs/cadi-ayyad-uni-cybercore
"This recognition affirms our commitment to delivering the top-quality education that students expect from Cadi Ayyad University and inspires us to continuously enhance the quality of higher learning and long life learning."
The Mediterranean Affairs launched by the Boston Global Forum provides a cybersecurity awareness and training program to strengthen the skills of citizens worldwide.
Joseph Caristena is the strategist and coordinator of Mediterranean Affairs (Boston Global Forum).
>>> https://bostonglobalforum.org/executive_board/joseph-caristena/
After many months of market research, analysing official data from https://edurank.org , the Cadi Ayyad University ranked 2nd in Morocco and 2045th in the global 2025 rating was selected by Joseph Caristena for the Cybercore programme.
On May 2025, Joseph Caristena visited the Cadi Ayyad University and ENSA in Marrakech during the "AISEC International Summit of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity".
Photo gallery:
>>> http://www.egovmetrics.com/portfolio/?2025_05_Marrakech_MA/
Every University awarded is included in the Cybercore Programme.
The Cybercore programme is an awareness private-public initiative aimed at increasing the understanding of cyber threats and empowering the public to be safer and more secure online. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. When we all take simple steps to be safer online – at home, in the workplace, and in our communities – it makes using the Internet a more secure experience for everyone.
Cybercore is an awareness programme implemented in coordination with the National Cybersecurity Law Framework and Guidelines.
The Cybercore programme will provide all members with the key concepts of information security, technical and practical job skills necessary to secure, protect and defend network infrastructures and an organization’s valuable data assets.
All members will gain a broad understanding of cyber security concepts, industry and Government best practices for information security and key security concepts to protect an organization against fraud, data breaches and other vulnerabilities.
The Cybercore programme is designed to prepare digital security professionals with the ability to manage, provide policies, standards, procedures, guidelines, policy framework, assess and mitigate risk and integrate advanced security solutions.
The growing internet security sector requires an in-depth understanding of cyber security issues and fundamental internet architecture and protocols.
The goal is to empower local communities to enhance cybersecurity efforts exponentially through strong multipliers across Africa and globally.
The fast growing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks is rising steadily, while at the same time the use of digital infrastructures and technologies is increasing rapidly.
The need for cybersecurity skills, knowledge and competences exceeds the supply.
The team of Cybercore is investing in building competences and talents in cybersecurity at all levels, from the non-expert to the highly skilled professional and across all sectors and age groups.
Cybercore addresses capacity building across this wide spectrum. It starts by investing in youth through competence building and training, whilst providing continuous upskilling and reskilling (Life Long Learning) opportunities to professionals, to keep up with the fast-changing nature of cybersecurity.
Strategic foresight is not only about technologies but should include additional dimensions, such as political, economic, societal, legal and environmental aspects to name a few. Through a structured process enabling dialogue among stakeholders and in coordination with other initiatives on research and innovation, foresight would be able to identify the opportunities and support early strategies to mitigate the challenges and threats of the III millennium.
Evidence-based decision-making (EBDM) is a process that uses the best available evidence from research, data, and experience to guide decisions about policies, programs, and practices, rather than relying solely on intuition or popularity. Key components include gathering and critically evaluating information from multiple sources—such as systematic reviews, empirical data, and expert opinions—and integrating it with practical experience and contextual understanding to improve the likelihood of achieving positive outcomes.
Knowledge is the foundation of informed decision-making, as well as proactive and reactive protection and resilience through better understanding of the threat landscape.
Every strategic decision relies on knowledge at the pure state of art, coming from the primary source of information.
Sharing this methodology, strengthens the culture of cooperation and collaboration between local communities and strengthens networks and partnerships worldwide.
Through knowledge sharing, sharing experience, co-thinking, capacity building and awareness raising, the Cybercore programme works together with its key stakeholders to strengthen trust and build hope in the automated connected economy and to keep all nations and citizens digitally secure.
Harmonising the Mediterranean (Europe + Africa) Cybersecurity Policy
As the EU advances the implementation of key cybersecurity regulations—including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), the Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2), and the upcoming Cybersecurity Act review - ensuring regulatory alignment remains a significant challenge.
The Cybercore programme is focused to examine the complexities of harmonising overlapping policies, addressing gaps in vertical regulations and certification schemes, and fostering a coherent cybersecurity framework.
Experts from both the public and private sectors, are continously updating and upgrading the digital content, and discussing about the need for clarity in compliance obligations, and strategies to streamline the evolving regulatory landscape to enhance resilience and reduce burdens on businesses operating across the Enlarged Mediterranean zone.
The Cybercore Team is ready to collaborate more closely with the African partners on shared digital challenges while remaining committed to individual rights and freedoms that are essential for effective global digital governance.
EU Digital Strategy
>>> https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en
EU External Actions
>>> https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/digital-diplomacy_en
EU Cyber Defence Policy
>>> https://www.european-cyber-defence-policy.com/
EU Blueprint for Cyber Crisis Management
>>> EU Blueprint for Cyber Crisis Management
The Mediterranean's Subsea Cable Infrastructure
Subsea cables are critical to Europe's digital and economic infrastructure, yet recent incidents, including the February 2025 cable damage in the Baltic Sea, have exposed their vulnerabilities to potential sabotage.
In response, the EU has launched an action plan to bolster the security and resilience of both communication and power subsea cables, including advanced surveillance technologies and a rapid-response fleet for repairs.
The Cybercore programme highlights the vulnerabilities in subsea cable infrastructure, explore mitigation strategies and evaluate the effectiveness of the EU's action plan, fostering a discussion on enhanced multistakeholder collaboration to safeguard these vital lifelines.
Tech and Security Diplomacy in a world of hybrid threats
The blurred boundary and sharp intersection of emerging technology, cyber and security policy, and diplomacy.
In an era of hybrid and interconnected conflicts, technology, including drones and cyber operations, is redefining how and where power is projected, while expanding society’s attack surface.
The Cybercore programmes explores how European and African nations are responding to these challenges, combining cyber defense, operational readiness, and diplomatic engagement. Building on recent drone incidents across Europe and ongoing cyber and hybrid operations targeting European states, the conversation will examine how Europe can strengthen its resilience in the face of cross-border technological threats. Through a candid and forward-looking exchange, the keynote speaker Joseph Caristena (and his team) will address the implications of technological innovation and cyber capabilities for Europe’s defense transformation, diplomatic posture, and pursuit of security.
Quantum, Cybersecurity and Europe’s strategic autonomy
This workshop will examine Europe's role in the global quantum landscape, balancing the need for international cooperation with ambitions for strategic autonomy. As the EU aims to strengthen its industrial position, the Cybercore programme will explore how advancing quantum technologies can enhance Europe's competitiveness and resilience. A key focus will be the cybersecurity implications of quantum computing. While quantum advancements pose new security challenges, they also offer groundbreaking opportunities to strengthen cybersecurity. The Cybercore programme will address how Europe and Africa can prepare for the quantum era, ensuring cyber-readiness and leveraging quantum innovation to maintain technological leadership.
Strengthening global cybersecurity diplomacy
As the mandate of the Open-Ended Working Group (OEWG) on cybersecurity concluded in July, the diplomatic community faces a pivotal moment to agree on and implement its successor. The Cybercore Agenda offers a critical opportunity to reflect on the OEWG’s achievements, identify its shortcomings, and envision a future mechanism that addresses these gaps effectively. In doing so it will also explore strategies to overcome potential instances and scenarios where certain UN processes may obstruct, rather than foster, progress on vital cybersecurity issues and exploring future mechanisms best suited to driving meaningful progress.
>>> OEWG on Cybersecurity
Digital Diplomacy in times of geopolitical shifts
In a world marked by hybrid threats, escalating trade conflicts, and the push for strategic autonomy, traditional diplomatic frameworks in technology, digital, and cyber diplomacy are under strain. The Cybercore Agenda will explore whether current diplomatic efforts are equipped to address the complexities of a rapidly changing digital landscape, where cyberattacks, disinformation, and economic tensions increasingly intersect. The Cybercore Agenda will focus on how diplomacy can adapt to the rise of new digital conflicts and the growing role of technology in global power struggles. Particular attention will be given to Europe’s quest for digital sovereignty, exploring how the region can navigate its strategic autonomy while maintaining international cooperation and balancing technological independence with global engagement, considering whether diplomacy can remain effective amid competition and isolationist tendencies.
AI Cyber Events
The Cybercore Event Programme provides an open public space for in-depth discussions on the evolving role of technology in international relations and cultural exchange.
Every event features keynote speeches, panel discussions, interactive workshops, and presentations on crucial topics such as cyber diplomacy, cybersecurity, digital platforms, social media and the role of the "Social Impact of AI" in our society.
>>> https://www.gsis-hamburg.com
>>> https://aisummiteurope.eu
>>> more events ...
What is Cyberspace ?
The cyberspace generates an illusion of individual instant wild freedom inside the so called "infospace", where as outside in our daily lives we are all hooked, pulled and pushed by ordinary routine activites. (Joseph Caristena)
>>> https://mcluhanfoundation.org
>>> https://www.media-ecology.org
>>> Mapping the Cyberspace of the III Millennium
How Cybercore works ?
Our team offers to all members of the Cybercore programme training and technical assistance:
1) ONLINE
2) LIVE
3) ONSITE IN-PERSON
Main targets to build the required
"Cybersecurity Awareness"
are:
Citizens
(from citizens to "Smart Citizens")
(from users to "Power Users")
Companies
(from Startups to Scaleups)
Organizations
(Non profit)
Universities
Governments
(at all levels)
Embassies and Consulates
ENGAGE
ACCELERATE
BUILD
trust, transparency and hope with all relevant stakeholders, bridge the civil society's gaps with benefits for all.
FUEL
calls to action (Think Once and Take Action Twice), business outcomes and concrete results that unlock long-term value and shared prosperity.
Why Cybercore ?
In today’s digital battlefield, the cybersecurity marketplace represents one of world’s fastest-growing opportunities, with the market projected to reach every year incremental growth rates over 15% .
Pioneering entrepreneurs are transforming the advanced "Information Society" into reliable solutions, protecting Governments and organizations while building sustainable businesses.
The convergence of increasing cyber threats, Government initiatives, and private sector demand has created an unprecedented environment for cybersecurity startups and programmes.
From artificial intelligence-powered threat detection to blockchain-based security solutions, innovative high tech visionnaire are addressing critical market gaps while securing substantial funding and strategic partnerships.
For aspiring cyber entrepreneurs, this landscape presents unique advantages: access to world-class talent from the top best ranked universities, favorable Government support through research and assistance programs, and a robust ecosystem of accelerators and incubators specifically focused on the cybersecurity sector.
Made in Africa
With major corporations and Government agencies actively seeking "Made-in-Africa" security solutions, the timing has never been better to launch a cybersecurity programme.
Success in this sector requires a precise blend of technical expertise, like Government long term strategy, business vision, and market understanding – all qualities that only the right "Acqui Culturelle" can offer to build globally recognized cybersecurity solutions.
High-level panel discussions with key policymakers and industry leaders.
Interactive workshops led by cybersecurity experts.
Networking opportunities to connect with the European and North American AI ICT Communities.
Partner Matchmaking between social change makers and global leaders.
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Connect your AI Cluster worldwide
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Make your cluster work more visible to stakeholders and investors
>>> Corridor Tech
EU-Africa Academic Cooperation
Strengthening European-African academic collaboration in higher education.
The Agenda 2063 is Africa’s continental strategic framework to achieve inclusive and sustainable development through “well educated citizens and skills revolution underpinned by science, technology and innovation”.
Africa is a dynamic and young continent and a long-standing partner of the European Union.
At Cadi Ayyad University in ENSA (Ecole Nationale des Science Appliquees), on october 2025 in Marrakech Morocco, Joseph Caristena announced an ambitious programme called “Cybercore”, an innovative disruptive programme to deepen the EU’s economic and trade relationship with Africa
through investment, higher education and job creation.
A Cultural Dialogue between humans
The main objectives of the Cybercore programme are divided into three main axes (Networking, Research and Innovation, Higher Education).
>>> Bologna Cineca - HPC (High Performance Computers - Quantum Computing)
>>> EU HPC
Cybercore's Vision
The members of Cybercore agree on the importance of research and higher education for the development of knowledge, the promotion of technologies and national innovation systems for the purpose of attaining socioeconomic growth and bearing the different challenges that the region faces, such as, unemployment, economic underdevelopment, environmental degradation, shortage of natural resources and serious scarcity of water and energy.
The members of Cybercore are committed to foster promotion of research, innovation and higher education for social stability and economic growth.
Many countries are engaged in processes of reforming their political, economic and social systems to stimulate investment, to encourage initiative and to foster strong economic partnerships that are essential between Europe and Africa.
The Cybercore member countries need to revitalize their economies (through an harmonization process) to promote smart, sustainable and inclusive growth for the purpose of developing disadvantaged regions and enhancing job creation in line with international (western) labour market standards.
Therefore, research, innovation and higher education play a key role in job creation.
Moreover, for this reason, there is a need for a solid framework of cooperation and conducive synergies among the countries involved.
Within this framework, the Cybercore countries are encouraged to continue cooperation and build on possible synergies with stakeholders, Governments and other private and public partners.
AI Ecosystem
The Cybercore programme is a world-leading policy advisory programme for public and private organizations committed to accelerate the success of their AI Ecosystem.
Cybercore’s mission is to catalyze startup success and ecosystem performance everywhere.
We work with global thought leaders to define and execute robust policies and programs that drive lasting change, identifying gaps and recommending practical actions to address them.
Many innovation-focused organizations have joined our knowledge network to cut through the complexities of startup-ecosystem development and fuel sustained economic growth.
In a dynamically changing geopolitical environment with evolving cyber and defence threats in the age of AI, European resilience is on top of the political agenda.
This Agenda should and MUST be extended to Africa !
Cybercore programme is designed to explore the multifaceted nature of European and African resilience, by connecting the main topics of focusing on societal resilience in the age of AI, accountability and deterrence in cyberspace and digital transformation for security and defence.
How are strategic challenges for Security and Defence connected with evolving challenges and threats emergining in the Cyberspace ?
How are the increasing capacities of AI influencing security and how does it reshape hybrid threat information environments ?
The Cybercore programme builds "Awareness" in a time where the world needs to adapt to rapidly evolving threats and insecurities.
Where do we need to strengthen cooperation across organisations and stakeholders ?
Too many questions and doughts are arising in this turbolent age.
The Cybercore's main target is to detect and focus the scene by providing an aspirational definition of resilience that can serve as a basis for all the activities of the Cybercore programme.
Cybercore programme activities (this list is NOT yet complete and must be considered "As Is"):
CERT (Computer Emergency Response Team)
CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team)
Wireless and Mobile Device Security.
Linux, Firewalls and VPNs.
Network Security and Penetration Testing.
Computer Forensics and Investigation.
Ethical Hacking and Network Defense.
Mobile Application Security Design.
Legal and Ethical Issues in IT Security.
Principles of Information Security.
Hacker Techniques, Tools and Incident Handling.
Security Policies.
Operating Systems Security – Windows.
European Law Framework and Guidelines
North American (USA and Canada) Law Framework and Guidelines
Italian Law Framework and Guidelines
Why are cybersecurity awareness, education and training so important ?
Cybersecurity awareness, education, and training are vital because they reduce human error, the leading cause of data breaches, by empowering employees to identify and avoid social engineering attacks and suspicious activity.
Proactive, Predictive and Reactive
As skills needs are rapidly evolving, the higher education sector has to adapt quickly (instantly with no latency and delay).
This proactive, predictive and reactive approach mitigates organizational risk, minimizes potential financial and reputational damage, fosters a stronger security culture, ensures compliance, and provides a cost-effective way to protect against evolving digital threats.
E-Learning Platform
The Cybercore Development Team developed an e-learning platform called "IBUNI".
>>> IBUNI E-Learning Platform
Cybercore Programme - Advantages
Reduces Human Error & Exploitation
Human Error is a Major Threat: The vast majority of cybersecurity breaches are a result of human error, such as falling for phishing emails or clicking malicious links. Training empowers individuals to recognize these threats and avoid actions that compromise security.
Empowers Individuals: Well-informed employees are less vulnerable to scams and are more likely to report suspicious activity, transforming them into proactive defenders rather than liabilities.
Mitigates Risk & Protects Assets
Reduces Risk of Data Breaches: Training helps employees understand and implement best practices, thereby significantly reducing the risk of data loss, identity theft, and other security incidents.
Protects Reputation & Finances: Preventing breaches through training saves organizations from the costly consequences of data loss, including millions in recovery costs, potential fines, and damage to their reputation and customer trust.
Fosters a Strong Security Culture
Builds a Security-Conscious Environment: Education cultivates a culture where every employee understands their role in security, fostering shared responsibility for protecting the organization.
Increases Cyber Resilience: A workforce that is aware of threats and knows how to respond to them strengthens the organization's overall cyber resilience and its ability to recover quickly from potential attacks.
Cost-Effective & Proactive Defense
Proactive vs. Reactive: Cybersecurity training is a cost-effective preventative measure that is far less expensive than the financial fallout from a major data breach.
Adaptation to Evolving Threats: Training keeps members informed about current and future threats, enabling them to adapt to new attack methods and better protect against them.
Main Objectives
To explore how digital platforms, digital architectures and algorithmic systems influence cultural narratives and soft power dynamics.
To identify strategies for ethical and inclusive Cyber Diplomacy.
To highlight successful digital cultural diplomacy initiatives globally and regionally (Best practices and Case histories).
To build a global network of experts, emerging global leaders and social change makers in Cyber Diplomacy.
4 Key Themes
Cybercore focuses on four key themes:
- Conflict prevention and advancing responsible behaviour in cyberspace through international law, norms, and confidence-building measures (CBMs),
- Cyber resilience and critical infrastructure protection,
- Cybercrime and criminal justice in cyberspace, and
- New and emerging technologies with a potential disruptive effect.
Support and innovation to improve our personal cybersecurity sphere is an essential part of protecting a nation's democracy, economy, and public safety.
The Cybercore Programme is contributing to reach this target, improving at the same time a nation's competitiveness in the global economy.
The main topic theme is “Developing infrastructure or digital awareness tools using state-of-the-art technologies providing essential capabilities related also to cybersecurity for Citizens, SMEs, Universities, NGOs, Governments at all levels (also Municipalities), Embassies and Consulates.
Other activities are "Capacity Building", "Project Management", "Unified Communication Process", and training on "Early Stage Development Programmes".
This thematic topic may encompass, but is not limited to, the following features:
Creating infrastructures that offer cloud computing services, data backups;
Training for creating multi-factor authentication solutions;
Creating IT solutions for cybersecurity awareness based on artificial intelligence, using interactive lessons and/or game-based learning techniques.
Increased access to user-friendly digital awareness tools - helping to educate staff on safe cyber practices, or through the adoption of essential cybersecurity infrastructure that enhances their digital resilience.
The Cybercore programme aims to identify opportunities for increasing convergence between the "Targeted Beneficiaries" and other stakeholders regarding the implementation of the framework for "Responsible State Behaviour in Cyberspace".
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Capacity building
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Research and analysis
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Outreach and public engagement
Through its activities, the Cybercore programme aims to share knowledge about the EU’s standards, policies and good practices as well as increase the participation of different stakeholder groups in regional and global debates on "Responsible Behaviour and Resilience in the Cyberspace".
Cybercore Services
1.
Dissemination and Communication Excellence Strategic communication planning with multi-channel stakeholder engagement and unified communication process.
Digital platform management including websites, social media, and LIVE online presence.
Event coordination for conferences, workshops, and demonstration events.
Impact measurement through comprehensive results tracking and reporting frameworks.
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Technology Acceptance and Innovation Management Advanced methodologies to ensure successful technology adoption and maximize project innovation impact across stakeholder ecosystems.
3.
Research Results into market opportunities through strategic planning and business model development.
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ICT Funding Training for EU and Worldwide Calls;
Project management training and capacity building;
Matchmaking partnership development strategies.
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Comprehensive Project Support End-to-End dissemination strategy development and implementation for EU-funded projects, ensuring maximum visibility and stakeholder engagement throughout project lifecycles.
The Cybercore programme is focused to actively manage dissemination for many emerging technology sectors with a proven track record of reaching diverse international audiences and delivering measurable project impact.
EU Africa Cyber Diplomacy
EU Africa Cybercore Diplomacy Initiative supports the cyber diplomacy and international digital engagements in order to strengthen rules-based order in cyberspace and build cyber resilient societies.
To that aim, we conduct research, support capacity building and training (empowerment) in partner countries, and promote multistakeholder cooperation.
EU Africa Cybercore Diplomacy Initiative brings together representatives from civil society, the private sector, academia, and the technical community to reflect on their role in advancing international cooperation in cyberspace.
Discussions focused on sustaining momentum, identifying strategic priorities, and exploring opportunities for coordination across diplomatic, regional, and technical forums.
This Initiative reaffirms the importance of inclusive approaches to cyber governance and the continued leadership of non-governmental actors in shaping a secure, stable, and rights-respecting digital future.
Best Practise and Case History
An EU candidate country since 2014, Albania has been eagerly embracing its digital revolution with the Government's cyber and digital policy initiatives.
In recent years, Albania has worked on adapting its legal framework to comply with the EU’s acquis communautaire and further approach the Digital Single Market.
The Albanian policy framework ranks 1st across the Western Balkans region in fostering the inclusivity and competitiveness of digital society, while the country currently ranks 80th in the Global Security Index.
An OECD report highlighted Albania for enhancing intragovernmental cooperation, emphasising the cross-cutting character of ICT in its development strategies, and allocating resources towards the implementation of its digital strategy.
Despite the proliferation of such policies, however, the country is currently the 5th largest source of cybercrime in Europe, suffering at least 1.3 million cyberattacks yearly.
As such, modernising cybercrime legislation and upgrading critical infrastructure protection constitute key priorities for Albanian policymakers.
Read more:
>>> Cybercore II
Links:
Mediterranean Sea
>>> https://north-africa-middle-east-gulf.ec.europa.eu/news/mediterranean-university-shared-future-2025-07-10_en
https://www.uni-med.net
>>> https://www.uni-med.net/news/the-pact-for-the-mediterranean-a-strong-political-commitment-a-practical-framework-for-cooperation/
>>> https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/regional-integration-in-the-union-for-the-mediterranean-2025_6422396e-en/full-report/preface-by-the-oecd_4be071e4.html
ENSA
Ecole Nationale des Sciences Appliquées
>>> https://ensa-marrakech.uca.ma/en/training/initial-training/gcdste/
IBUNI E-Learning Online Platform
>>> https://enterprise.ibuni.org/AppAcademy/Academy-LMS/
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