Forum Cyber 4.0, in Rome on June 4 and 5
The Cyber 4.0 2025 Forum, June 4 and 5 will bring together leading experts and companies in the world of cybersecurity in Rome for two days of discussion. This year’s event will take place at the Roma Tre University, in the striking Aula Magna of the new Rectorate on Via Ostiense.
Why the Forum
Developing its action in line with the National Cybersecurity Strategy and the institutional mandate given by MIMIT to support businesses and public administration in a secure digital transition, Cyber 4.0 is now a recognized reference interlocutor for the development of cybersecurity skills and operational capabilities and a technology transfer hub to support innovation in the Italian business system.
The event aims to be a meeting point for the national and international cybersecurity innovation and expertise communities, and to represent a moment for the Center to talk with its institutional counterparts and its partners from the private sector and the research world. Many issues are on the agenda, crucial for the digital future of our country. Among them:
- Current trends and scenario forecasts, domestic and international
- Application and prospects of the National Cybersecurity Strategy
- Impacts and implementation of NIS2
- The Cyber Resilience Act and the SECURE project.
- Cyber training and skills in the ECSF framework
- Innovation and use cases on quantum technologies, 5G, AI and OT Security
- Cyber security and space
- International cooperation and cyber capacity building
- SMEs to the test of cyber resilience
- Youth initiatives – CyberX, At School Connected, ACL, Italian Game
With the aim of multiplying opportunities for exchange and facilitating discussion among businesses, institutions and stakeholders, as well as to give visibility to relevant initiatives in which the Center is involved, a small booth area will be set up on the days of the event.
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JUNE 4 , 2025 | INSTITUTIONAL SESSION
08.30 – 09.00
Welcome and registration
09.00 – 09.40
Addressing the proceedings
– Massimiliano FIORUCCI, Magnificent Rector, University of Roma Tre
– Bruno FRATTASI, Director General, Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN)
Official opening of the event
– Eva SPINA, Head of the Department for Digital, Connectivity and New Technologies, Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT)
Introduces and coordinates: Paolo SPAGNOLETTI, President Cyber 4. 0
09.40 – 10.00
Cyber 4.0: capabilities, skills, cooperation, practicality
Cyber 4.0 activities, projects, initiatives. What has been achieved, what are the plans for development in the near future, building on the action of promoting innovation and cybersecurity skills so far.
Matteo LUCCHETTI, Director of Operations Cyber 4.0
10.00 – 10.15
The EU action to support innovation and promote industrial policies in the area of cybersecurity
The European Union’s strategic initiatives to promote innovation and develop industrial policies in cybersecurity and the role of the ECCC: European programs, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks designed to support research, strengthen resilience, and stimulate the growth of a robust and competitive cybersecurity ecosystem.
– Luca TAGLIARETTI, Executive Director, European Cybersecurity Competence Center (ECCC)
10.15 – 11.00
Businesses and institutions compared: the cybersecurity regulatory framework, the geopolitical environment, and the prospects for development
Global context, regulatory framework, institutional response, business impacts: cybersecurity is central to the debate on national capability development in a context marked by rapid regulatory changes and geopolitical tensions. The session provides an opportunity to discuss challenges and development prospects for the cybersecurity sector.
– Luca NICOLETTI, Director of Industrial, Technological Research and Training Programs Service, Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN)
– Eva SPINA, Head of the Department for Digital, Connectivity and New Technologies, Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT)
– Michele VECCHIONE, Head Cyber Security Offering, TIM Enterprise
Moderator: Leonardo QUERZONI, Pro-rector for Digital Technologies and Cybersecurity, Sapienza University of Rome
11.00 – 11.30
Coffee Break and Booth Visit
11.30 – 11.45
Digital transition, which policies for Italian enterprises. The role of national competence centers.
Policies activated at the national level to accompany companies on the path to digital innovation, with a focus on the key role of Competence Centers. Experiences, tools and opportunities for support in coordinating institutions, businesses and players in the innovation ecosystem.
– Marco CALABRÒ, Head of the Department for Enterprise Policy, Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Ital
11.45 – 11.55
The National Cybersecurity Strategy: achievements and challenges in the new international balances
The National Cybersecurity Strategy 2022-2026 three years after its launch: the governance model, objectives achieved and challenges still open. An opportunity to reflect on the accomplished journey and priorities for the post-2026 strategic framework in light of new EU guidelines and the changing geopolitical context.
– Augustine SPERANDEO, Head of National Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Division, National Cybersecurity Agency
11.55 – 12.10
From Policy to Practice: Translating EU Cybersecurity Policies into National Action
As the European Union intensifies its cybersecurity agenda through strategic initiatives such as the NIS2 Directive, the Cyber Resilience Act and the Cybersecurity Strategy, ensuring effective implementation at the national level becomes both a challenge and a priority. ENISA supports member states in translating European cybersecurity policies into operational realities through monitoring tools, capacity building activities and cross-border collaborations.
– Erika MAGONARA, Head of Sector for the Policy Monitoring and Analyses Unit, European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA)
12.10 – 12.25
Cyberspace as a strategic domain: between global threats and digital resilience
The cyber domain, recognized by NATO as a strategic operational domain, is at the center of a global context marked by hybrid threats and technological challenges. The talk will outline the Alliance’s vision for strengthening digital resilience, national capabilities and multilevel cooperation, promoting dialogue between institutions, the private sector and research.
– Mario BECCIA, Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity, NATO
12.25 – 13.15
Strategies and cooperation in cyberspace, building capacities for a secure digital society
With the increasing scope and complexity of cyber threats, building a secure digital society requires coordinated strategies and strong international cooperation. This session will explore approaches to capacity building in cyberspace, highlighting best practices, cross-border initiatives, and the role of public-private partnerships. The discussion will focus on how collaboration can strengthen resilience, promote trust, and support the development of effective cybersecurity capabilities at the national and global levels.
– Diego BRASIOLI, Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for cybersecurity
– Albert ANTWI-BOASIAKO, Former Director General, Cybersecurity Authority of Ghan
– Liina ARENG, Director, EU CyberNet Project
– David VAN DUREN, Director, Global Forum for Cyber Expertise (GFCE) Secretariat
– Matteo Emilio BONFANTI, Head of Division of International Relations, Cooperation and Policy, National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN).
Moderator: Matteo LUCCHETTI, Cyber 4.0 Director of Operations
13.15 – 14.00
Lunch and booth visit
CYBER SECURITY – Challenges and opportunities for businesses and PAs
Cybersecurity for Enterprises
14.00 – 14.15
Cybersecurity, markets and capitalization
Megatrends of cybersecurity in a changing market, drivers of economic value, impacts on business capitalization. What relationship between security, investor confidence and corporate competitiveness, between cyber risk management and industry investment dynamics.
– Umberto ROSINI, Head of ICT Unit, CdP Venture Capital Sgr
14.15 – 14.30
The state of cybersecurity in Europe. Trends, threats and strategies
An overview of the current state of cybersecurity in Europe, with an analysis of key trends, emerging threats and strategic responses at the EU level. An in-depth look at recent developments, the regulatory framework and cooperation initiatives.
– Lorenzo MANNELLI, Director-General for Information Technologies and Cybersecurity (ITEC), European Parliamen
14.30 – 15.15
Strengthening cyber resilience of EU SMEs – the SECURE Project
The SECURE project, coordinated by the Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN) and with the participation of Cyber 4.0, aims to strengthen the cyber posture of European SMEs and support them in adapting to the Cyber Resilience Act, which is scheduled for full implementation in 2027. SECURE involves the creation of a Financial Support for Third Parties (FSTP) platform and will provide financial resources and technical expertise to SMEs across the EU, thanks to one of the highest budgets ever allocated to cyber security projects.
– Andrea MARGHERI, Head of Industrial and Technology Projects Division, ACN
– Paweł K. KOSTKIEWICZ, Director for Certification, NASK
– Alberto GARINEI, Chief Scientific Officer, IdeaRe
Moderator: Alessandro CALABRESE, Head Advisory and Trainiing, Cyber 4.0
15.15 – 15.45
Coffee break and booth tour
15.45 – 16.00
Cyber 4.0 incentives and resources to support businesses and PAs
The opportunities offered by Cyber 4.0 to support businesses and public administrations in fostering digital transition, promoting advanced training and promoting the adoption of cybersecurity solutions in production processes and public services. The session will also offer practical insights and use cases to understand how to concretely access Cyber 4.0 support.
– Filippo SILVESTRI, chief business development officer, Cyber 4.0
16.00 – 16.45
SMEs between cyber risk management and supply chain security.
Analysis methodologies, operational tools and development opportunities
More and more SMEs are being called upon to manage cyber security as a strategic competitive lever, both as players in complex supply chains and as a category most at risk from cyber attacks. What methodologies exist for analyzing one’s posture, what operational tools are available, and what are the best practices for strengthening the security of one’s assets, including development opportunities, scalable solutions, and incentives in disbursement.
– Claudio TELMON, Board of Directors, CLUSIT
– Mariella FERRARO, Operations Director, Campania Digital Innovation Hub
– Antonio TRUGLIO, Director Digital Innovation Hub Lazio
– Mario Gaetano DI DIO, General Manager, Netgroup
– Stefano BORDI, Executive VP, Di.Gi. Academy
Moderator: Alessandro CALABRESE, Head of Advisory and Training, Cyber 4.0
16.45 – 17.30
Public administration and cyber security:
Strengthening protection and ensuring continuity of essential services
PA’s challenges between regulatory evolution and ongoing digital transition, from the protection of infrastructures serving citizens, including the month-long prevention actions in place for Jubilee 2025, to staff awareness initiatives.
– Nicla Ivana DIOMEDE, Director, Cybersecurity and Security Department, Roma Capitale
– Giorgio AGRIFOGLIO, Digital Transformation Directorate, General Directorate for Digitization, Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport.
– Francesco LIPPOLIS, Partner, BIP
– Roger CATALDI, CISO Almaviva
Moderator: Filippo SILVESTRI, Chief Business Development Officer, Cyber 4.0
17.30
End of day
JUNE 5 , 2025 | CYBER SECURITY IN PRACTICE
09.00 – 09.45
Cybersecurity and defense of the country: investments, strategies and prospects in the short to medium term
A focus on the evolving public cyber security environment for the country’s defense, European lines of development and national capacity-building policies. Dual use of technologies and skills will also be explored, exploring the increasingly close interrelationships between the military and civilian sectors, and the role of public-private cooperation in developing an integrated cybersecurity ecosystem.
– Daniele ALÌ, Group Chief Information Security Officer, Fincantieri
– Emanuele GALTIERI, CEO, Cy4Gate
– Fabio COCURULLO, VP Innovation Projects, Grants and Collaborations, Leonardo
Moderator: Luisa FRANCHINA, CEO, Hermes Bay
09.45 – 10.00
The cyber domain and the need for strategic balance
Growing technological interdependence calls for a review of traditional security and defense paradigms, highlighting the risk of uncontrolled escalations and systemic vulnerabilities. The paper proposes the construction of a strategic balance in the cyber domain, based on credible deterrence, international cooperation and strengthening national resilience, to ensure stability and security in an increasingly complex and dynamic environment.
– Gen. Vincenzo CAMPORINI, Former Air Force and Defense Chief of Staff.
10.00 – 10.15
Space and Cybersecurity: New Frontiers for National Security and the Strategic Role of the Italian Space Agency
In the context of a growing interdependence between space technologies and cybersecurity, the space sector assumes a strategic role in protecting critical infrastructure and defending national interests. The talk will provide an overview of recent developments fostered at the national level, highlighting ASI’s renewed impetus in strengthening Italian space capabilities.
– Teodoro VALENTE, President, Italian Space Agency (ASI)
10.15 – 11.00
Quantum and Post-Quantum: security challenges and development opportunities
The new security and innovation scenarios of quantum computing: on the one hand the threat of compromising cryptographic systems, on the other the opportunities for the development of secure communications and unprecedented computational capabilities. In this context, collaboration between research centers, universities, public institutions, and the private world, including in the context of dedicated technology hubs, is central. What concrete prospects in the short to medium term?
– Massimo BERNASCHI, Director of Technology, National Research Council (CNR)
– Ivan VISCONTI, Full Professor of Computer Science, DIAG, Sapienza University of Rome
– Angelo GIULIANA, General Manager, Meditech
Moderator: Patrizia LICATA, Freelance Journalist CorCom-Digital360
11.00 – 11.30
Coffee break and booth tour
11.30 – 12.10
Allies and Adversaries: Artificial Intelligence and Real Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence is today at the center of digital transformation, including in cybersecurity: a powerful ally in threat detection, but also a new vector of risk when used for malicious purposes. A dual role, between increasingly sophisticated defensive tools and hard-to-intercept automated attacks, which has increasingly concrete implications in an unstable geopolitical context, where disinformation, algorithmic manipulation and governance of sensitive data become strategic challenges.
– Raffaele MARCHETTI, Full Professor, International Relations, Luiss University
– Fabrizio SILVESTRI, Full Professor and the coordinator of the Ph.D. in Data Science, Sapienza University
– Roberto DE FINIS, General Manager, Sistemi & Automazione S.p.A.
– Mirko LEANZA, CISO and head of the Cybersecurity & Governance BU, Teleconsys
Moderator: Patrizia LICATA, Freelance Journalist CorCom-Digital360
12.10 – 12.50
Beyond the perimeter: OT security in the age of digital convergence
Digital convergence expands the attack surface and makes the protection of physical systems, industrial and otherwise, that integrate digital components more complex. Associated with this is a growing need for compliance with increasingly stringent regulations, such as the CRA or NIS2. What are the emerging trends, security solutions and resilience strategies in this increasingly connected and vulnerable environment?
– Stefano PANZIERI, Full Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Aeronautical Technologies, University of Roma Tre
– Luca FARAMONDI, PhD Assistant Professor, Scientific Coordinator Master Level I in Cybersecurity Management, University Campus Biomedico of Rome
– Domenico CAPRIGLIONE, Full Professor of Electrical and Electronic Measurements – Department of Electrical and Information Engineering – University of Cassino and Lazio Meridionale
– Alessio ACETI, CEO, HWG Sababa
Moderator: Patrizia LICATA, Freelance Journalist CorCom-Digital360
12.50 – 13.30
Return On Security Investment (ROSI): measuring the impact of cybersecurity in the public and private sectors
A framework designed to guide strategic decisions, measure the benefits of security interventions and assess their overall impact in the medium to long term will be presented. Through use cases, analysis tools and applicable metrics, concrete approaches to integrate cybersecurity into organizational value models will be presented, fostering a culture of security as a lever of efficiency, resilience and competitiveness.
– Liviana LOTTI, Head of Digital Transition, Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN)
– Yuri RASSEGA, CISO, Enel and President AssoCISO
– Alvise BIFFI, CEO, Secure Network BV Tech and Vice President Assolombarda
Moderator: Paolo SPAGNOLETTI, President, Cyber 4.0
13.30 – 14.30
Networking Lunch
COMPETENCIES AND INNOVATION
14.30 – 15.15
Cyber competence gap, something has changed
Cyber skills are the first line of defense for enterprises. What are the most innovative ways to train personnel, what profiles are most needed and how is the European cyber skills framework applied, what initiatives to train young talent?
The analysis of Cyber 4.0
– Antonio CAPOBIANCO, CEO, Fata Informatica
– Mattia SICILIANO, Adjunct Faculty Member, Luiss Guido Carli University
– Lorenzo SCATENA, Secretary General, Amaldi Foundation
– Piero Fioretti, CEO, Versy
Moderator: Alessandro CALABRESE, Head Advisory and Training, Cyber 4.0
15.15 – 16.00
Cybersecurity is innovation: a look into the future
Ideas, pitches, calls for action, problems, solutions, answers, initiatives, projects, programs.
– Italian Game, Arianna RUFINI, MIMIT Cabinet Office
– The ESII project – Early Security Incident Investigation, Cristian LUCCI, Sharelock CEO
– Open Innovation Challenge, AI & Cybersecurity, Maria Angela ILARI, LazioInnova
– Luca MANCINO, Innovation Manager, Piemonte Innova Foundation
– At School Connected, Laura TEODONNO and Claudio PROIETTI, Hermes Bay
Moderator: Matteo LUCCHETTI, Cyber 4.0 Operations Director
16.00 – 16.30
Key Takeways from the Cyber 4.0 Forum
– Raffaele BOCCARDO, CEO BV TECH
– Vincenzo TAGLIAFERRI, Professor Emeritus, Tor Vergata University
Moderator and concludes: Paolo SPAGNOLETTI, President Cyber 4.0
LOCATION
Università degli Studi Roma Tre
Aula Magna del Rettorato
Via Ostiense, 133, 00154, Rome, 2nd floor Torre A.
Subway from Roma Termini Station
Metro B direction Laurentina, get off at Garbatella (5 stops)
Walk 650 meters.
From Fiumicino Airport
Take the Leonardo Express train or a shuttle service from Fiumicino to Termini Station. Once at Termini Station take Metro B towards Laurentina, get off at Garbatella and walk 650 meters
Alternative 1
Take the direct regional train from Fiumicino to Fara Sabina. Get off at the Roma Ostiense stop. Continue on foot for 1.4 km.
From Ciampino Airport
Take bus 720 direct to Laurentina. Get off at Laurentina and take the Metro B1 in the direction of Jonio. Get off at Garbatella and continue for 650 meters.
Alternative 1
Take the shuttle from Ciampino to Termini, then use Metro B towards Laurentina. Get off at Garbatella and continue for 650 meters.
Address: University of Roma Tre
Via Ostiense, 133, 00154, Rome.
You can book a cab at 06 3570
More information: www.3570.it
CYBER 4.0 FORUM REGISTRATION
Dear participant,
Registration for the Cyber 4.0 2025 Forum is currently closed. To participate, you will need to register directly at the event venue.
SPEAKERS
Paolo Spagnoletti
Cyber 4.0 President, Full Professor of Business Organization, Luiss University
Daniele Ali
Vice President Cyber Security, Fincantieri Spa & CEO E-phors, Fincantieri Nextech
Alessio Aceti
CEO,
HWG Sababa
Albert Antwi-Boasiako
Former Director General, Cybersecurity Authority of Ghana
Giorgio Agrifoglio
Manager in charge of digital transformation processes and application development, MIT
Liina Areng
Director,
EU CyberNet Project
Mario Beccia
Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity, NATO
Massimo Bernaschi
Director of Technology, National Research Council (NRC)
Alvise Biffi
CEO, Secure Network BV Tech and Vice President Assolombarda
Raffaele Boccardo
CEO BV TECH
Matteo Bonfanti
Capo Divisione Relazioni, cooperazione e policy internazionali, Agenzia per la Cybersicurezza Nazionale (ACN)
Stefano Bordi
Executive VP
DI.GI. Academy
Diego Brasioli
Special Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for cybersecurity
Alessandro Calabrese
Head of Advisory and Training, Cyber 4.0
Marco Calabrò
Head of the Department of Enterprise Policy, Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy
Vincenzo Camporini
General
Paolo Conforto
Head of Network, Security and Ground Operations, Thales Alenia Space
Antonio Capobianco
CEO
Fata Informatica
Roger Cataldi
CISO & Group Security IT Policy – CyberSecurity & Cyber Defense Threat Center, Almaviva
Domenico Capriglione
Full Professor of Electrical and Electronic Measurements – Department of Electrical and Information Engineering – University of Cassino and Lazio Meridionale
Fabio Cocurullo
Head of Business Unit,
Leonardo
Roberto De Finis
General Manager, Systems & Automation S.p.A.
Mario Gaetano Di Dio
General Manager
Netgroup
Nicla Ivana Diomede
Director of Cybersecurity and Security Department
Roma Capitale
Luca Faramondi
Ph. D. Assistant Professor – Scientific Coordinator Master Level I in Cybersecurity Management – UCBM
Mariella Ferraro
Head of Innovation Area, Campania Digital Innovation Hub
Piero Fioretti
CEO,
Versy
Massimiliano Fiorucci
Magnificent Rector,
University of Roma Tre
Luisa Franchina
AD,
Hermes Bay
Emanuele Galtieri
CEO
Cy4Gate
Alberto Garinei
Chief Scientific Officer at IdeaRe, Head of the Department of Engineering Science at Guglielmo Marconi University
Alessio Gerbaldi
Head of Research and Innovation,
Cyber 4.0
Angelo Giuliana
General Manager
Meditech
Maria Angela Ilari
Project Manager,
Lazio Innova
Paweł K. Kostkiewicz
Director for certification ,NASK National Research Institute
Mirko Leanza
CISO and head of BU Cybersecurity & Governance,Teleconsys
Patrizia Licata
Freelance Journalist, CorCom-Group Digital 360 contributor and CIO Online Italy
Francis Lippolis
Partners,
BIP
Liviana Lotti
Head of Transition to Digital (RTD), Agency for National Cybersecurity (ACN)
Matteo Lucchetti
Director of Operations
Cyber 4.0
Cristian Lucci
CEO,
ShareLock
Luca Nicoletti
Director of Industrial, Technology Research and Training Program Service, National Cybersecurity Agency (ACN)
Luca Mancino
Innovation Manager, Piemonte Innova Foundation
Lorenzo Mannelli
Director-General Directorate-General for Information Technologies and Cybersecurity (ITEC), European Parliament
Erika Magonara
Head of Sector for the Policy Monitoring and Analyses Unit, European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA)
Raffale Marchetti
Full Professor.
International Relations,
Luiss University
Andrea Margheri
Head of Industrial and Technology Projects Division, ACN
Stefano Panzieri
Full Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Aeronautical Technologies, Roma Tre University
Claudio Proietti
Senior Cyber Security Specialist, Hermes Bay Ltd.
Umberto Rosini
Head of ICT Unit – CDP Venture Capital Sgr S.p.A.
Yuri Rassega
Head of Cyber Security (CISO) – Enel Group
Arianna Rufini
Engineer, Cabinet Office,
MIMIT
Leonardo Querzoni
Pro-rector for digital technologies and cybersecurity, Sapienza University of Rome
Mattia Siciliano
Co-Director, Corporate Cybersecurity HUB, Luiss Business School S.p.A.
Fabrizio Silvestri
Full Professor and the coordinator of the Ph.D. in Data Science, Sapienza University
Filippo Silvestri
Chief Business Development Officer,
Cyber 4.0
Lorenzo Scatena
Secretary General, Amaldi Foundation
Eva Spina
Head of the Department for Digital, Connectivity and New Technologies, Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT)
Agostino Sperandeo
Head of National Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Division, ACN
Luca Tagliaretti
Executive Director,
ECCC
Vincenzo Tagliaferri
Professor Emeritus,
Tor Vergata University
Laura Claudio Telmon
Steering Committee, CLUSIT
Laura Teodonno
Chief Intelligence Unit, Security Manager, Hermes Bay Ltd.
Antonio Truglio
Director Digital
Innovation Hub Lazio
Teodoro Valente
President,
Italian Space Agency
David Van Duren
Director, Global Forum for Cyber Expertise (GFCE)
Michele Vecchione
Head of Cyber Security Offering,TIM Enterprise
Ivan Visconti
Full Professor of Computer Science, Sapienza University of Rome