Cybersecurity standardisation conference advances digital safety in Europe

ENISA, the EU agency focused on cybersecurity, held its Cybersecurity Standardisation Conference 2025 to strengthen digital safety in Europe. The hybrid event featured both in-person and online participation, with over 200 attendees on-site and 1,500 joining virtually. The conference aimed to discuss the evolving EU cybersecurity legislation and its effects on standardisation. Titled "European Standardisation Supporting New Legislative Cybersecurity Landscape," it focused on encouraging collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, and experts. Key discussions included the current challenges in European standardisation. The opening panel highlighted the role of European Standardisation Organisations in the global ecosystem and the need for standardisation to support the EU's strategic priorities. Experts also examined existing and upcoming EU legislative frameworks. They discussed how to align these with specifications and standards, focusing on the role of harmonised standards in consumer protection and industry interests. Another topic was the different methodologies for standardisation. Participants shared insights on combining risk-based approaches with horizontal standards for effective risk management. The closing panel looked ahead at how standardisation would evolve amid technological changes and geopolitical factors. The conference underscored the importance of cybersecurity standardisation and ENISA, CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI appreciated everyone's contributions. Further information about the conference and future events can be found on the event's website.