Are you ready for the next edition of CYBER ROOT – Malta’s national cybersecurity event that brings together internationally acclaimed speakers and locally respected experts to share valuable insights on current and future cybersecurity strategies, as well as real-world experiences shaping the future of the sector?

Held as part of the Konferenza MITA, this year’s agenda will explore several key themes in cybersecurity.

Global technology expert, TED speaker, and bestselling author Mikko Hyppönen will address the growing threat of ransomware, which has emerged as the most prominent type of cybercrime over the last decade. He will delve into the future of ransomware – driven by increasingly organised online criminal groups – and explain why the threat shows no sign of slowing down.

The agenda also features a presentation by Holly Foxcroft, a renowned cybersecurity and diversity champion widely recognised as one of the most influential women in the field. Her talk will examine recruitment practices in cybersecurity, highlighting the importance of inclusive strategies to attract and retain diverse talent.

Zoe Tilsiter and Nicole Wong, who are cybersecurity analysts and consultants at Darktrace, will then tackle the evolving threat landscape, where they will explore how attackers are targeting critical sectors with tailored approaches that exploit unique vulnerabilities, operational requirements and business models.

Former member of the European Parliament Josianne Cutajar will then explore EU policies and legislation, discussing key themes such as the advancement of protection against cyber threats, securing of critical digital infrastructure and the importance of cross-sectorial and cross-border cooperation to build a robust digital shield for Europe.

Adding a practical dimension, Diane Abela Hardy will share her real-world experiences as a CISO, offering valuable insights into security leadership and building strong teams across diverse businesses. Expect to walk out of this session with a lot of useful insights that you can apply to your business.

The final keynote will be delivered by Monica Verma, a leading voice on Artificial Intelligence, leadership and cybersecurity. She will discuss how AI is transforming enterprises, which at the same time have challenges related to trust, governance and accountability. This keynote will particularly address leaders, policymakers and professionals in how they should think about AI risks, the threat landscape and how to build trust, while leveraging AI for businesses and societal transformation.

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Special interventions will be delivered by MITA’s CEO, Emanuel Darmanin, the Executive Director of the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre and Network, Luca Tagliaretti and the Deputy Head of the EU-US Delegation, Ruth Bajada. These will be followed by a fireside chat between MITA’s CISO, Jonathan Cassar and CEO of DILIGEX, Matthew Agius Mamo.

A major highlight of CYBER ROOT 2025 is the launch of the CYBER AWARDS, created to recognise and celebrate exceptional contributions to cybersecurity in Malta and within the National Cybersecurity Community.

Tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets may be bought through the scanning of the QR code above. For more information, please visit: https://ncc-mita.gov.mt/cyberroot/

Do not miss Malta’s foremost cybersecurity gathering – CYBER ROOT 2025.