'Our mission is to develop highly skilled cybersecurity professionals who can protect their nations' digital sovereignty.' – Yuliya Danchina, Positive Technologies
Positive Technologies is on a mission to equip the next-generation of cybersecurity professionals with the skills needed to help nations protect their digital sovereignty, following the official launch of their Positive Hack Camp, which runs from July 26 to August 10th.
Positive Hack Camp combines intensive training in ethical hacking, real-world practical exercises, and international experience sharing.
Prospective applicants must submit their registration before June 15.
Positive Hack Camp is a global educational initiative by Positive Technologies with the support of the Russian Ministry of Digital Development and CyberEd, a partner of the Cyberus foundation.
The program brings together young professionals from around the world, offering them top-tier, hands-on experience from Positive Technologies, a leader in result-driven cybersecurity. Last year's cyber camp brought together over 70 participants from 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.
From July 26 to August 10, over 100 future cybersecurity leaders will engage in training sessions, hands-on labs, and workshops based on real-world cybersecurity challenges. The program will be led by white-hat hackers from Positive Technologies – researchers credited with discovering thousands of critical vulnerabilities.
Their findings have contributed to enhanced security for companies such as Apple, Cisco, Dell, Google, IBM, Microsoft, Mitsubishi, Oracle, and PayPal. Beyond training, the camp offers cultural tours, cross-border networking, and friendship-building activities – creating a global cybersecurity community.
'Positive Hack Camp is a unique program uniting talents to build a more secure digital future. Our mission is to develop highly skilled cybersecurity professionals who can protect their nations' digital sovereignty. Through intensive training and hands-on sessions, participants learn to prevent, detect, and combat cyberthreats. As a leader in result-driven cybersecurity, Positive Technologies is proud to share our expertise with the global community', – Yuliya Danchina, Positive Technologies Customer and Partner Training Director, Head of Positive Education.
This program, conducted in English, is for students and young professionals over 18, who are aspiring ethical hackers, ready to grow fast and build international contacts. Safety, food, accommodation, and chaperoning for the participants are included.
Applications must be submitted on the official website by June 15, 2025.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Zawya
19 minutes ago
- Zawya
UAE employees outperform European peers in cyber readiness: Cohesity study
A new study on 'Employee readiness to confront Cyber threats' has revealed that the UAE workforce surpasses its European peers across several key cyber readiness indicators. This progress highlights the UAE's significant strides toward achieving its national vision for digital resilience and AI-powered cyber defence. The study reflects the active efforts and sustained investments by the UAE government to strengthen its national cybersecurity capabilities, including developing regulatory frameworks and infrastructure. Among the notable milestones is the implementation of advanced threat detection systems, under the supervision of the UAE Cyber Security Council, positioning the country as a regional model in cyber preparedness. Conducted by Cohesity, a leading AI-powered data security firm, the study assessed full-time employees in the UAE, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany. It evaluated their confidence in detecting and responding to cyberattacks. The results showed that 86% of UAE employees expressed confidence in their ability to identify cyber threats, higher than the UK (81%), Germany (80%), and France (62%). Furthermore, nearly 89% of UAE respondents said they trust their organisations' ability to prevent and recover from cyberattacks. Encouraging behavioural indicators also emerged, with two-thirds of UAE employees stating they would report suspicious activity to their organisation's cybersecurity team. This compares to 61% in the UK, 53% in Germany, and 48% in France. Over half of the UAE respondents also said they would notify their IT department directly. This proactive approach is attributed to continuous awareness and training programmes, with 66% of UAE employees reporting they had received some form of cybersecurity training within the past year. Johnny Karam, Managing Director and Vice President, International Emerging Region at Cohesity, commented, 'The findings reflect the UAE's clear leadership in cybersecurity readiness across the Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. With initiatives driven by the UAE Cybersecurity Council and a strong national focus on AI and digital transformation, it's no surprise that employee awareness is rising in step with enterprise investment.' Mark Molyneux, CTO, EMEA at Cohesity, added, 'These findings confirm what we're seeing across the region: employees are increasingly aware of cyber risks and are willing to step up, which is largely due to the UAE Cyber Security Council's approach to increasing security awareness across the UAE." 'In fast-moving threat environments, AI-powered data security is not a luxury, it's an operational necessity,' he said.
Zawya
5 hours ago
- Zawya
Research shows 97% of IT leaders in the UAE plan to boost Networking Budget Share
Cisco revealed the UAE Findings of its Global Networking Research News summary: Architectural shift already underway: 98% of IT leaders in the UAE see modernized networks as critical to deploying AI, IoT, and cloud. Secure networking is critical: 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. Modern networks unlock business value: 96% say improved infrastructure will drive revenue. Dubai, UAE: Ahead of Cisco's flagship Event for the Gulf region 'Cisco Connect' for customers and partners, the company today released the UAE findings of its global networking study revealing a major architectural shift underway across enterprise networks. As AI assistants, agents, and data-driven workloads reshape how work gets done, they're creating faster, more dynamic, more latency-sensitive, and more complex network traffic. Combined with the ubiquity of connected devices, 24/7 uptime demands, and intensifying security threats, these shifts are driving infrastructure to adapt and evolve. The result: IT leaders are changing how they think about the network: what it is, what it enables, and how it protects the organization. The network they build today will decide the business they become tomorrow. Six signals that an architectural shift is underway: The network has become a strategic priority: 98% say a modernized network is critical to rolling out AI, IoT, and cloud. 97% of IT leaders plan to increase the share of their overall IT budget allocated to networking. Secure networking is mission critical: 99% say secure networking is important to their operations and growth; 68% say it's critical. 97% believe an improved network will enhance their cybersecurity posture. AI intensifies demand for resilient networks: 99% say a resilient network is critical, at a time when 78% faced major outages – driven largely by congestion, cyberattacks, and misconfigurations – adding up to $160B globally from just one severe disruption per business, per year. Leaders look to AI to grow revenue: 55% say a modernized network's greatest impact on revenue will come from deploying AI tools that automate and tailor customer journeys – enabling faster, more personalized experiences that can strengthen loyalty and drive growth. AI is reshaping computing infrastructure: 67% say their data centres can't yet meet today's AI demands, and 92% plan to expand capacity – on-prem, in the cloud, or both. Leaders want to make networks smarter: 99% say autonomous, AI-powered networks are essential to future growth – yet only 47% have deployed the intelligent capabilities – like segmentation, visibility, and control – to make their network adaptive. Abdelilah Nejjari, the Managing Director for the Gulf and Levant at Cisco, commented: "Our networking research clearly demonstrates that modernizing networks is no longer just an IT issue - it's a strategic imperative for organizations aiming to thrive in the AI era. Networks are the backbone of digital transformation, enabling seamless connectivity, and empowering businesses to adapt, scale, and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape.' He added: 'The ongoing AI infrastructure buildout in the Middle East presents a unique opportunity for organizations to leverage advanced networking capabilities that can support AI and drive innovation. Cisco is committed to building resilient, intelligent networks that not only meet the increasing demands of AI-driven workloads but also secure and future-proof organizations against evolving cyber threats.' The Network is the Value: Modern Infrastructure Unlocking Growth and Savings IT leaders are already delivering financial value from today's networks – largely by improving customer experiences (59%), boosting efficiency (57%), and enabling innovation (56%). But much of that value is at risk if it comes from infrastructure that hasn't been designed for AI or real-time scale. To unlock the full growth and savings they expect, leaders have identified critical gaps they must close: siloed or partially integrated systems (64%), incomplete deployments (55%), and reliance on manual oversight (50%). Smarter, more secure, more adaptive networks are the business case for investment. 96% say improved networks will directly drive revenue, and 97% expect meaningful cost savings – driven by smarter operations, fewer outages, and lower energy use. About the research This global study is based on a survey of 8,065 senior IT and business leaders responsible for networking strategy and infrastructure at organizations with 250 or more employees. The survey was conducted across 30 markets in December 2024 by Sandpiper Research & Insights, on behalf of Cisco. About Cisco Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word 'partner' does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.
Zawya
6 hours ago
- Zawya
General Assembly Bahrain and Advantari unite to strengthen digital expertise in the kingdom
Manama, Bahrain — General Assembly (GA) Bahrain and Advantari Digital Solutions have formalized a partnership aimed at enhancing digital skills and bridging the gap between education and industry demands in Bahrain. Advantari, a Bahrain-based consultancy specializing in digital transformation and cybersecurity, has rapidly established itself as a trusted advisor for organizations navigating the complexities of the digital age. With services ranging from CTO and CISO as a Service to mobile and web application development, Advantari focuses on delivering tailored solutions that drive business advantage while safeguarding against cyber threats. Through this collaboration, Advantari will gain access to GA Bahrain's pool of graduates who have completed intensive programs in software engineering, data analytics, and UX design. This initiative aims to provide Advantari with skilled professionals ready to contribute to ongoing projects, while offering GA graduates real-world experience in a dynamic consultancy environment. The partnership also encompasses joint efforts in organizing events such as career fairs, panel discussions, and workshops. Advantari's involvement will provide students with insights into current industry practices, while also allowing the company to engage with emerging talent and innovative ideas. By aligning industry insight with skills development, the collaboration sets a new precedent for how companies in Bahrain can contribute to building future-ready talent. Both organizations share a belief that investing in people is the most powerful way to drive innovation, growth, and long-term impact across the Kingdom's tech ecosystem. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering a robust digital ecosystem in Bahrain, where education and industry work hand in hand to prepare the workforce for the demands of the digital economy. About General Assembly: General Assembly Bahrain plays a crucial role in enhancing the tech skills of Bahrainis. Offering courses in software engineering, UX design, and data analytics, General Assembly Bahrain aligns its curriculum with market trends. Notably, General Assembly Bahrain has achieved a significant positive outcomes rate for its graduates, including employment, freelancing and entrepreneurial opportunities, underscoring its commitment to bridging the digital skills gap in the Kingdom. About Advantari : Advantari is a Bahrain-based company on the mission to enable its clients with business 'advantage' through Digital Transformation while protecting them from Cyber Security threats.
