AmCham Slovakia

As cybersecurity becomes more and more essential for everyday business operations, people, and governments, it is crucial to understand this topic from various perspectives. Therefore, join us for a half-day dedicated to uncovering transatlantic insights and fostering dialogue on how best to navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape in today’s interconnected world. This conference will offer a unique opportunity for small chats with policymakers, industry experts, and academic leaders who are at the forefront of shaping cybersecurity policy and practices. We will explore a comprehensive range of topics concerning the whole framework of current cybersecurity issues, regulatory environments, and technology innovation across Europe and the United States.

Arrival, morning coffee and networking

9.00 - Welcome

9.05 – Opening remarks 

9.20 – First discussion panel

Strategic Perspective: A blue pill or a red one? Light or heavy-handed approaches to technology regulation in cybersecurity? Are they adequate for enhancing cyber resilience and countering cyber threats in today's global context? Where would legislation be more effective, and where would strategic guidelines suffice? How do we determine when action is necessary?

Subtopic: Transatlantic differences and potential synergies in dealing with adversarial actors

10.35 - Coffee break

10.45 - Second discussion panel

Industry Perspective: Lessons learned, or what and how should a US company be performing in the EU contrary to its homeland when dealing with cyber legislation? And vice versa.

Subtopic: Does new EU legislation create new security risks? If so, how should we address them?

12.00  - Lunch and networking