Building a Cybersecurity Ecosystem for Italian Dominance on the Global Stage

On July 2nd, the National Conference for the Creation of a Cyber Capacity Building Ecosystem was held. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation along with the Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN), the conference aimed to establish a systemic approach within the Italian cybersecurity sector on a global stage.

The event began with speeches from notable figures such as Vice President of the Council and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Antonio Tajani, Minister of the Interior Matteo Piantedosi, and Director General of the Agency for National Cybersecurity Bruno Frattasi. The goal was to bring together relevant players in the Italian cybersecurity sector to create a cybersecurity ecosystem that could compete internationally.

During the conference, HWG Sababa showcased its expertise, experience, and know-how in cybersecurity to institutional and private stakeholders present. The company highlighted its work in South America, Asia, and the Middle East by sharing its approaches, services, and products. They emphasized their focus on providing cybersecurity systems to emerging countries’ central banks and collaborating with universities, research centers, and competence centers.

Alessio Aceti, CEO of HWG Sababa, expressed his company’s commitment to supporting cyber skills building and implementing security operation center processes and systems. From protection and access management systems to designing OT solutions for safeguarding critical infrastructures, HWG Sababa covers a broad range of cybersecurity services. The company also focuses on training local teams within institutions like central banks and local integration and consulting companies.

Overall, the conference provided an opportunity for Italian players in the cybersecurity sector to come together and develop a plan for creating a competitive ecosystem that can thrive on a global stage.