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10 April 2025

In recent years, the demand for secure communications and global Internet access has driven governments and corporations to invest in satellite constellations. The European Union has launched IRIS² (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnectivity, and Security by Satellite) to ensure secure connectivity for institutions, businesses, and European citizens.  With a budget of [...]

Governance

10 April 2025

The European Union is taking a major step forward in cyber security crisis management with the introduction of the EU Cyber Security Blueprint, a framework designed to improve the coordinated response to cyber security threats across EU Member States. Presented by the European Commission on February 24, 2025, this updated [...]

Governance

11 February 2025

The evolution of digital threats and the increasing complexity of IT systems require a strategic and structured approach to security. The Cyber Security Observatory, presented at the Chamber of Deputies, provides an overview of the preparedness of Italian companies in response to the European NIS2 Directive. This article explores the [...]

Governance

10 February 2025

Cyber security has become a global priority due to the growing threat of cyberattacks. In Italy, the National Cyber Security Perimeter, introduced by Decree Law No. 105 of 2019, represents a strategic response to protect critical networks, systems, and services from potential risks.  This article explores what the National Cyber [...]

Governance

3 February 2025

The NIS2 directive is a crucial step in strengthening cyber security across the European Union, imposing new obligations on public and private entities to ensure the security of digital infrastructures and reduce the risks of cyberattacks.  However, a recent interpretation of Legislative Decree 138/2024 clarifies that primary and secondary schools [...]

Governance

22 January 2025

The NIS Directive (Network and Information Security) marked a turning point in European cyber security. Its first version, NIS1, was introduced in 2016 with the goal of strengthening the protection of critical systems in EU member states.  However, with the growing complexity of digital threats, an update became necessary: NIS2, [...]

Governance

20 January 2025

Table of contents With the entry into force of the NIS2 Directive (EU Directive 2022/2555) and the DORA Regulation, the European Union introduces a new regulatory framework to enhance cyber security and digital operational resilience.  These measures are essential to protect critical digital infrastructures and services, which are increasingly vulnerable [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

The 2022-2026 National Cyber security Strategy is a cornerstone for Italy's cyber resilience and digital protection. The objectives of the national cyber security strategy include: :  Ensuring a high level of security for critical infrastructures, protecting strategic sectors such as energy, transportation, and healthcare.  Strengthening the resilience of public administrations [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

The growing complexity of networks and IT systems requires a coordinated approach to network security at both national and international levels.  With the introduction of the EU Directive 2022/2555, also known as NIS 2, European Union member states are tasked with ensuring a high common level of protection for critical [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

As often highlighted on this blog, cyber security is a strategic priority for the security of the Republic.  At the center of this protective network lies the Cyber Security Core, established within the National Cyber Security Agency (ACN).  It plays a fundamental role in the cyber security area by ensuring [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

CSIRT, an acronym for Computer Security Incident Response Team, is a critical entity in managing cyber security incidents and protecting against cyber threats. It is a specialized unit that intervenes in the event of cyber incidents, providing technical support, coordinating responses, and promoting information sharing among stakeholders.  In Italy, CSIRT [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

On December 2, 2024, the European Council announced a new cyber security package adopted by the Council of the European Union, marking a crucial step toward a safer and more resilient Europe against cyber threats.  This initiative, comprising the Cyber Solidarity Act and a targeted amendment to the Cyber Security [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

The NIS Cooperation Group, established under Article 14 of Directive (EU) 2022/2555, serves as a strategic tool to promote network and system security across the European Union.  Formed with the aim of facilitating strategic cooperation and information exchange among Member States, the group seeks to strengthen trust and promote the [...]

Governance

20 December 2024

Sectoral NIS authorities play a fundamental role in protecting critical infrastructures and ensuring digital resilience in an era of increasing cyber threats.  With the adoption of Legislative Decree No. 138 of September 4, 2024, Italy aligned itself with the European framework for Network and Information Security (NIS 2 Directive), redefining [...]