KPI 18
Brought together at least
20 like-minded countries at a high level for security policy discussions with
the tech industry.
Private companies own major parts of what we
know as cyberspace. Both the physical infrastructure, including undersea
cables, satellites and modems, as well as the application layer including apps,
programs and control systems. Moreover, with access to crucial global data,
tech and cyber security companies are often the first to discover and respond
to cyberattacks. In response to the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape,
marked by developments such as cybercrime-as-a-service and the rise of
cryptocurrency, Denmark has played a pivotal role in convening like-minded
countries for high-level security policy discussions with the tech industry.
Addressing cyber threats in a shifting geopolitical landscape stands as a key
challenge of the 21st
century – and remains essential to retain trust in technological
development.
Key Achievements and Results
- The Cyber & Tech Retreat: Elevated security policy discussions around cybersecurity to a significant subject during the annual high-level Cyber & Tech Retreat.
- Industry Dialogue: Deepened dialogue with tech and cybersecurity companies in Silicon Valley and Copenhagen on cyber deterrence, diplomatic responses, and sharing general cyber threat intelligence. With Russia’s use of cyberattacks in Ukraine, a central element of Denmark’s industry dialogue has centered around cyber support to Ukraine and how to strengthen action-oriented collaboration towards these efforts. Other relevant Danish ministries and authorities have also been included in this dialogue.
- Cyber Consultations: Brought the cyber industry into high-level cyber consultations with Nordic-Baltic countries and the US in Copenhagen, demonstrating the added value of industry dialogue in understanding and mitigating cyber threats.