Cybersecurity as a Catalyst of the CEE Digital Economy

Cauldron stage

Speakers
Edgars Kiukucāns

Director of the Cybersecurity Policy Department

Latvian Ministry of Defence

Otakar Horák

National Expert, Researcher

NÚKIB CZ, NATO CCDCOE

Doris Põld

CEO

ITL Estonia

Michał Kanownik

President

Digital Poland Association, the Initiator of CEE Digital Coalition

Central Eastern Europe (CEE) is poised for significant growth in cybersecurity, as local governments and businesses increasingly prioritize cyber resilience. With cyber risks ranking among top concerns for CEOs in the region, the demand for cybersecurity capacity-building and locally-developed solutions is surging. This session will present findings from the “ICT Sector in CEE as a Regional Growth Driver” report, highlighting cybersecurity’s crucial role in shaping the digital economy. The discussion powered by experts from the region, the Polish Embassy and CEE Digital Coalition, will explore how the region can leverage cybersecurity to boost economic growth, tackle security challenges, and unlock the potential of local cyber industries.