The 6th International Conference on Electronic Engineering, Informatics, Telecommunications and Education (EEITE 2025) (4-6 June 2025) in Chania, Crete, brought together leading minds to shape the future of secure, hyperconnected digital systems. Among the highlights was Special Session 5—CYPHER: Cybersecurity for Yielding Protection in Hyperconnected Ecosystems and Resilience—where CoGNETs, through consortium partner Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU) (Pasiphae Lab), actively contributed to the vibrant exchange of ideas and solutions.
EEITE 2025: A Varied Programme, a Dynamic Presence
EEITE 2025 offered a rich and diverse program, carefully curated to explore the frontiers of electronics and digital technology. Attendees enjoyed a blend of keynote speeches by renowned experts, technical sessions, interactive workshops, and hands-on tutorials. The conference covered a broad spectrum of cutting-edge topics, including Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Microwave, Millimeter Wave, and Terahertz Communication, 5G and 6G Wireless Network, Textile, Wearable, and Smart Antennas, Photonics & Optical Communications, Cybersecurity, STEM & Education, and much more.
This multidisciplinary approach fostered lively discussions, cross-sector collaboration, and the sharing of the latest research and technological advancements. Throughout the conference, HMU researchers engaged attendees with in-depth discussions, informative materials, and live demonstrations. Their presence sparked conversations on how CoGNETs and related projects are tackling the pressing cybersecurity challenges of today’s interconnected world.
Spotlight on CYPHER: Securing the Hyperconnected World
The CYPHER session addressed the urgent need for robust cybersecurity in an era of rapidly expanding digital ecosystems. Topics ranged from AI-driven anomaly detection and zero-trust architectures to privacy-enhancing technologies and secure data management across federated systems. CoGNETs and HMU’s joint contributions focused on:
- Real-Time Threat Detection: Demonstrating how AI-powered tools and predictive analytics can identify and mitigate threats across cloud, edge, and IoT layers.
- Zero-Trust for IoT: Sharing strategies for securely integrating untrusted IoT devices and enforcing security throughout their lifecycle.
- Privacy-First Data Spaces: Presenting privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) to ensure secure, compliant data sharing in industrial and healthcare environments.
Engaging the Community: Collaboration and Feedback
Beyond formal presentations, the conference provided a unique opportunity for the CoGNETs and HMU team to interact directly with fellow researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers. Attendees were eager to learn about the project’s vision for intelligent, autonomous infrastructure management and its practical applications in critical sectors.
Looking Ahead: Building Trust in Digital Transformation
As digital infrastructures become more complex and interconnected, the work of CoGNETs and Hellenic Mediterranean University is paving the way for secure, trustworthy, and resilient ecosystems. Our presence at EEITE 2025’s CYPHER session underscored our commitment to bridging cutting-edge research with practical, scalable solutions.
