CYBER SECURE CRETE 2026: Cybersecurity for All
Two-day training seminar and scientific event focused on strengthening Crete’s cybersecurity ecosystem.
ABOUT THE EVENT
CYBER SECURE CRETE 2026 – “Cybersecurity for All” is a two-day training seminar and scientific event taking place on 3–4 November 2026 at the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH) in Heraklion, Crete.
Organised by the Region of Crete in collaboration with the National Cybersecurity Authority, FORTH, and the General Secretariat for Information Systems, the event aims to strengthen Crete’s cybersecurity ecosystem by bringing together public authorities, researchers, academics, businesses, cybersecurity professionals, and other stakeholders.
The programme will address contemporary cyber threats, the protection of personal and professional data, the security of digital infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, incident response, and emerging cybersecurity challenges.
OBJECTIVES AND KEY THEMES
CYBER SECURE CRETE 2026 aims to strengthen cooperation among public institutions, the research community, businesses, and other stakeholders, while highlighting Crete’s scientific expertise and innovation potential in cybersecurity.
The two-day programme will address topics including:
The event will also provide opportunities for networking, knowledge exchange, and the exploration of future collaborations.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
The programme will feature presentations by representatives of the National Cybersecurity Authority, public-sector organisations, FORTH, banking institutions, technology companies, and the wider research community.
The first day will focus on national cybersecurity priorities, emerging technologies, digital infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence, privacy, incident response, and telecommunications security.
The second day will continue the discussions on cybersecurity challenges and relevant developments. For the full schedule of sessions and speakers, please consult the official programme.
PASIPHAE LAB PARTICIPATION
Pasiphae Lab at the Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU) will participate in CYBER SECURE CRETE 2026 with its own booth, showcasing its research activities and technological developments in cybersecurity.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a live demonstration of a Digital Twin developed by the Lab and discover research results from four EU-funded projects – SALUS, JUSTITIA, TRIFFID, and SecQDevOps – presented through dedicated posters. These activities will highlight the Lab’s contribution to cybersecurity research, technological innovation, and the development of solutions addressing contemporary digital security challenges.
Through its participation, Pasiphae Lab aims to promote knowledge exchange, present its research to the wider cybersecurity community, and foster collaboration between academia, public authorities, and industry.
PASIPHAE LAB PRESENTATION
As part of the event’s scientific programme, Evangelos K. Markakis, Associate Professor and Head of Pasiphae Lab at HMU, will deliver a presentation entitled:
“From Zero-Day Attacks to Quantum Threats: Cybersecurity in Practice at PASIPHAE Lab”
The presentation will take place on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, from 11:20 to 11:50, during the session dedicated to the practical handling of cyberattacks and operational resilience.
The talk will address cybersecurity challenges ranging from zero-day vulnerabilities to emerging quantum-related threats, highlighting the importance of understanding evolving attack methods and developing effective approaches to cybersecurity and digital protection.
Participation is free of charge.
ORGANISERS
CYBER SECURE CRETE 2026 is organised by the Region of Crete, through its Directorate of Electronic Governance and the Observatory of Innovative Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the National Cybersecurity Authority, the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), and the General Secretariat for Information Systems.