Held in Brussels on 22 April 2026, the COcyber roundtable brought together European cybersecurity stakeholders to define priorities for stronger civil–defence cooperation.

In this second episode, Luca Tagliaretti, Executive Director of the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC), shares insights from his work at the centre of Europe’s cybersecurity ecosystem. He discusses current coordination gaps, strategic priorities, and the role of the ECCC in strengthening resilience, innovation, and technological sovereignty.

COcyber joined BEDEX Brussels 2026 on 13 - 14 March to engage with key actors from the European defence and cybersecurity ecosystem. The event highlighted strong interest in the COcyber Platform and the need for a clearer one-stop hub for dual-use cybersecurity information.

The European Commission has mobilised €910 million through the European Defence Fund and proposed new amendments to EU funding programmes to strengthen Europe's Defence Technological and Industrial Base (EDTIB), with a focus on dual-use technologies like AI and cybersecurity.

COcyber is a collaborative effort that connects civilian and defense sectors to strengthen cybersecurity across Europe. By facilitating knowledge sharing, identifying challenges, and promoting joint solutions, COcyber works to build a unified approach to address the complexities of modern cyber threats.