High-profile speakers from the EU and member states discussed \u201cTechnology that works for people: Why the right level of cybersecurity is crucial for digitalization,\u201d Kaspersky\u2019s first webcast on challenges and requirements for European cybersecurity policy. It seemed we hit the mark with the topic and the speakers: More than 100 participants took part in this interesting exchange of ideas.<\/p>\n
One aspect quickly became clear: Digitalization opens up great opportunities, and we have no alternative to it, but at the same time exposure to cyberthreats has increased over recent years. The trend has been accelerating recently because of pandemic lockdowns, with remote working and greater use of the Internet leading to new opportunities for cybercriminals.<\/p>\n
The situation also calls for long-term reflection. Luisa Franchina, president of the Italian Association for Critical Infrastructure, challenged European stakeholders to engage in broader thinking about business continuity and crisis management. Trust, transparency, and common security standards should serve as the basis of a more secure digital space, Franchina said.<\/p>\n
\nThat was an insightful session with @AxelVossMdEP<\/a>, @ebothorel<\/a>, Luisa Franchina, Jakub Boratynski and 80+ participants on cybersecurity and digital sovereignty in times of COVID-19 pic.twitter.com\/BVKmUS908p<\/a><\/p>\n
\u2014 Eugene Kaspersky (@e_kaspersky) June 10, 2020<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n