Igli Tafa: Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Albania’s Cyber Defense from Reactive to Proactive

The General Director of the National Cybersecurity Authority (AKSK), Mr. Igli Tafa, participated in the panel “Investment Potential and the Future of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence in the Region”, organized by CyberFront and Evolution Equity Partners. The event brought together in Tirana representatives from the global technology, innovation, and investment industries. In his remarks, Mr. […]

Meeting with financial and independent institutions on the establishment of Sectoral Cyber ​​Security Operational Centers

Following the implementation of Law No. 25/2024 “On Cybersecurity” and the initiative for the establishment of Sectoral Security Operational Centers, a meeting was held with representatives of financial and independent institutions involved in this process. The meeting focused on the establishment and functioning of the sectoral SOC, discussing the organizational structure, cooperation models and the […]

Hack or Treat Hackathon / Tafa: The National Center of Excellence Will Empower Talents and Innovation in Cybersecurity”

The Director General of the National Cybersecurity Authority, Igli Tafa, participated in the “Hack or Treat: Cybersecurity Hackathon” event, organized by Raiffeisen Bank Albania, where young participants from various universities took part in practical cybersecurity and digital innovation challenges. During his remarks, Tafa emphasized the importance of building a proactive cybersecurity culture, highlighting that investing […]

The Financial Sector — A Key Focus of the National Cybersecurity Strategy

The Director General of the National Cyber Security Authority (AKSK), Mr. Igli Tafa, participated in the forum “Cybersecurity in the Banking Sector 2025”, organized by the Albanian Association of Banks in cooperation with the Kosova Banking Association, as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In his remarks, Mr. Tafa emphasized that the financial sector is a […]

Safe use of the internet / AKSK conducts awareness-raising activity with students of the “16 Shtatori” Unified High School

Following the initiatives to raise awareness of children and young people on digital security, the National Cyber ​​Security Authority (AKSK) held an information activity at the “16 Shtatori” United High School in Peza, in collaboration with the State Agency for Child Rights and Protection. The activity focused on the safe use of the internet, the […]

Winners of the first phase of the National Cyber ​​Security Marathon announced

The National Cyber Security Authority hosted the certificate award ceremony for the winners of the first phase of the National Cyber Security Marathon, an initiative that aims to encourage broad participation and involve young talents in developing practical skills in the field of cybersecurity. In his welcoming speech, the Director of AKSK, Mr. Igli Tafa, […]

The student ambassadors take on the role of trainers in schools, sharing cybersecurity knowledge with their peers

After the training held a few days ago by the National Cybersecurity Authority, where high-school senators were equipped with practical knowledge on cyber hygiene and online safety, Endri, president of the student government at “Luan Hajdaraga” High School and a participant in the train-the-trainer program, brought this experience back to his school. During the session […]

The Western Balkans unite in Tirana for the Regional Dialogue on Cybersecurity

The National Cyber Security Authority of Albania (AKSK) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, in cooperation with the Observer Research Foundation America and the Albania Sustainable Development Organization, organized a regional cyber policy dialogue on 16-17 October 2025, in Tirana, Albania. The event brought together 50 participants from government, business and civil […]

Winners of the First Phase of the National Cybersecurity Marathon Announced

The National Cyber Security Authority hosted the award ceremony for the winners of the first phase of the National Cybersecurity Marathon — an initiative designed to encourage broad participation and engage new talents in developing practical skills in the field of cybersecurity. In his opening remarks, the Director of NCSA, Mr. Igli Tafa, praised the dedication […]