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The Bucharest Cybersecurity Conference – BCC2025 is a three-day event organised by the Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC), with the support of the Romanian National Coordination Centre (NCC-RO) and the National Association for Information Systems Security (ANSSI). BCC2025 is organised in close collaboration with the EU Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) and the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC), and is set to be one of the year’s most significant cybersecurity conferences in Europe.
The theme of BCC2025 is ”Working together on cybersecurity in a time of global uncertainty” , reflects the urgent need for international cooperation to rapidly address evolving cyber threats, protect critical infrastructure, and align national and regional policies in an increasingly interconnected digital landscape. As the world faces rising geopolitical tensions, more frequent hybrid attacks, and the rapid growth of emerging technologies, cybersecurity has become much more than a technical issue, as it is now a shared global priority that demands trust, collaboration, and coordinated action across borders.
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Today’s agenda is the following:
08:00 – 09:00 | Registration and Welcome Coffee
Event
09:00 – 09:10 | Welcome Message
Speakers:
- Dan Cimpean, Director, Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC)
- Sebastian-Dan Naste, BCC2025 Chairman, Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC)
11:00 – 11:15 | Keynote Speech
Topic: “Working together on cybersecurity in a time of global uncertainty”
Speaker: Mircea Geoană, President, Aspen Institute Romania; Former Deputy Secretary General of NATO
Description:
An exploration of how hybrid threats—combining cyberattacks, disinformation, and geopolitical conflict—have become the new normal. The session highlights the need for collaboration across borders and sectors, and how technologies like AI and quantum computing are reshaping both defense and offense in cybersecurity.
11:00 – 11:30 | MoU DNSC–NC4 (National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee)
Event: MoU Signing Ceremony
11:15 – 11:30 | Keynote Speech (SUMMIT ROOM)
Topic: “Cyber, AI, and the Future of War”
Speaker: Christopher Kirchhoff, Head of Applied AI Strategy and Global Security, Scale AI
Description:
Insights into how the democratization of AI and commercial technologies is changing modern warfare and cybersecurity. The session explores the Pentagon’s innovation model and the strategic need for collaboration between nations and industries.
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11:30 – 12:30 | Panel Discussion (SUMMIT ROOM)
Topic: “Europe’s cybersecurity rules at crossroads – the next chapter of EU cybersecurity legislation”
Host: AWS
Speakers:
- Alberto Di Felice, Policy & Legal Counsel, DIGITALEUROPE
- Luis Miguel Vega Fidalgo, International Cybersecurity Policy Coordinator, DG CONNECT
- Gabriel Dinu, Deputy Director, DNSC
- Alma M, Executive Cabinet Adjunct to the Cybersecurity Director, Centro Criptológico Nacional (CNI), Spain
- Pieter Byttebier, Head of International Policy, Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB)
- Andrew Venekotter, Security Assurance Lead Europe, AWS
- Krassimir Simonski, Lead Consultant, CYEN
Description:
Discussion on evolving EU cybersecurity laws (NIS2, DORA, Cyber Resilience Act) and how to harmonize implementation, reduce complexity, and balance regulation with innovation.
13:00 – 14:00 | Break
14:00 – 14:15 | Keynote Speech (SUMMIT ROOM)
Topic: “Countering propaganda in the digital age – From words to action: Parliamentary responses to disinformation”
Speaker: Mircea Abrudean, President of the Romanian Senate
Description:
Focus on how parliaments can develop frameworks to combat disinformation while upholding democratic values and promoting cross-border collaboration.
14:15 – 14:30 | Keynote Speech
Topic: “Leading with resilience: Human-centred leadership in cybersecurity”
Speaker: Sophie Vurpillot, Founder & CEO, Kaelon
Description:
How leaders can cultivate emotional agility and resilience to guide organizations through uncertainty in cybersecurity.
14:15 – 15:15 | Workshop
Topic: CYRESRANGE Train-the-Trainer Workshop: Building Public Sector Capacity for Large-Scale Cybersecurity Exercises
Speakers:
- Gabriel Raicu, Rector, Constanța Maritime University; Director, MARCYSCOE; CYRESRANGE Project Manager
- Mirabela Săvulescu, Expert in Legal Policies and Cybersecurity Standardization, DNSC
Description:
An EU project session on improving cybersecurity capacity through simulation tools and cross-range exercises, aligned with ENISA and EU strategies.
14:30 – 15:30 | AWS Roundtable
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14:30 – 16:00 | Roundtable
Topic: “The Cyber Chessboard: Offense vs Defense Strategies for Tomorrow”
Description:
Exploring evolving cyber strategies, state-sponsored operations, and the role of technology in maintaining resilience across national and allied defense.
16:00 – 17:00 | Panel Discussion
Topic: “Trusted technology in action for protecting infrastructure, economies and democracies”
Speakers:
- Liga Raita Rozentale, Director, Public Policy EMEA, Crowdstrike
- George Michaelides, Commissioner of Communications, Cyprus
- Silviu Pufan, SecOps Solutions Systems Engineer, Fortinet
- Steve Purser, CREST EU Council Member
- Andrea Rigoni, Global Government and Public Services Lead, Security
16:00 – 17:00 | Panel Discussion
Topic: “Closing the gaps and building cyber capacity for a resilient future”
Speakers:
- Mihai Lupașcu, Director, Agency for Cyber Security (ASC), Republic of Moldova
- Tamara Tafra, Advisor, Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs, Croatia
- Heigor Freitas, UK and Europe Lead, CREST EU
- Alejandro Fernandez-Cernuda Diaz, Director of Engagement, Global Cyber Alliance
- Igli Tafa, General Director, National Cyber Security Authority, Albania
- Gustavo Hernán Frega Vasermanas, Senior Academic Strategy & Business Partnership Manager, ISACA
16:00 – 17:00 | Masterclass
Topic: Leading Self and Teams for Sustainable High-Performance in Complex and Uncertain Environments
16:00 – 17:00 | Roundtable
Topic: Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure 2.0: Aligning Romania with ENISA’s New Guidelines and the EU Vulnerability Database
Speaker: Mirabela Săvulescu, Expert, DNSC
Description:
A session on operationalizing ENISA’s recommendations and aligning Romania’s CVD framework with EU standards.
17:00 – 18:00 | Panel Discussion
Topic: “From allies to cyber allies: Strengthening the Euro-Atlantic strategic partnership in the age of hybrid warfare”
Speakers:
- Serhii Prokopenko, Head of Operations, National Cyber Security Coordination Center (Ukraine)
- Dan Shomon, CEO, Dan Shomon Inc.
- Gabriel Raicu, Rector, Constanța Maritime University; Director, MARCYSCOE
- Irina Zidaru, General Director, Directorate for Strategic Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania
- Radu Puchiu, Technology & Society Program Director, Aspen Institute Romania
17:00 – 18:00 | Roundtable
Topic: AI Data Safety Control Inside Organizations
Description:
Exploring ethical and secure data management in AI-driven environments, focusing on governance, privacy, and compliance.
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18:00 – 18:15 | Keynote Speech
Topic: “Defending democracy: Moldova’s path to secure and resilient elections”
Speaker: Iulian Chifu, President, Centre for Conflict Prevention and Early Warning
18:15 – 18:30 | Conclusions of the Day
Speaker: Radu Puchiu, Technology & Society Program Director, Aspen Institute Romania