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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity skills: a pressing human resources challenge
DESCRIPTION:The security of the European Union cannot be guaranteed without the EU’s most valuable resource: its people. The EU urgently needs professionals with the skills and competences to prevent\, detect\, deter\, and defend the EU against cyberattacks.In 2022\, the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the EU ranged between 260\,000 and 500\,000\, while the EU’s cybersecurity workforce needs were estimated at 883\,000 professionals. In addition\, women only amounted to 20% of cybersecurity graduates and to 19% of information and communications technology specialists. \nAs part of the 2023 European Year of Skills\, the Commission adopted a Communication on a Cybersecurity Skills Academy (“the Cyber Skills Academy”) on 18 April 2023. The Cyber Skills Academy is a European policy initiative aiming to bring together existing initiatives on cyber skills and improve their coordination\, in view of closing the cybersecurity talent gap and boosting EU’s competitiveness\, growth and resilience.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/cybersecurity-skills-a-pressing-human-resources-challenge/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20231007T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20231022T170000
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SUMMARY:EU CodeWeek 2023
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, EU Code Week celebrates and promotes the importance of digital literacy and coding skills among people of all ages and backgrounds. Anyone is welcome to organise or join an activity. Activities are ongoing throughout the year\, but two weeks are set aside that are specifically designated as Code Week – this year\, 7-22 October.  \nThanks to the Code Week community of volunteers around the world\, Code Week has proved a success and organised many activities that allow people of all ages and backgrounds to learn about coding and digital skills and connect with others who share their interests.  \nOngoing events and resourcesOne of the most exciting Code Week events is the Hackathon\, which takes place in several countries across Europe. The theme of this year’s Hackathon is ‘Code to problem-solve and give life to your dreams’. This is an excellent opportunity for people to showcase their coding skills\, work collaboratively with others\, and have fun in the process. Meetings with country ambassadors have started\, towards holding hackathons in the coming months.  \nAnother Code Week-related event is the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) ‘Unlocking the Power of AI in Education’\, which runs from 13 March until 19 April. The Code Week MOOC provides pre-primary\, primary\, and secondary school teachers with practical ideas\, tools\, and resources to help them bring coding and computational thinking into the classroom and prepare students for the digital world.  \nA series of podcasts is a new Code Week addition. These will touch on a wide variety of topics\, including the metaverse\, cybersecurity\, and how to engage young people in coding. These are planned to start in April. They will be a valuable resource for anyone interested in coding and digital skills\, and will provide a platform for discussion and exchange of ideas.  \nGet involved in Code Week!Code Week 2023 itself will feature the grassroots activities that are organised to bring coding into classrooms and elsewhere. Anyone is welcome to organise or join an activity: pick a topic and a target audience and add your activity to the event map.  \nThe Code Week team has also prepared some materials to help organise Code Week activities\, and to promote the initiative among communities. For more information about the Code Week project\, Code Week 2023 and the related Hackathon\, MOOC\, podcasts and many other events that will bring people together to celebrate and learn about coding and digital skills\, visit the EU Code Week website. You can also explore the Code Week blog. 
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/eu-codeweek-2023/
CATEGORIES:Coding
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230928T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
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SUMMARY:Global Women Leaders
DESCRIPTION:This Masterclass hosted by Angele Galea is a platform for women in leadership roles across diverse industries to showcase and share their stories\, challenges\, and key achievements in their respected fields. This facilitated discussion will speak on what it means to play a leadership role\, as a woman\, in our society. \nDiving into the issues women leaders often face\, as it pertains to gender bias and double standards\, and how the idea of being a leader can play many roles within our communities and day to day lives. \nOur goal\, along with the women on this panel\, is to generate new and accessible resources providing attainable frameworks for women\, as well as the youth in Malta\, that will enhance their confidence to be more engaged participants within their community and continue to help build a stronger\, more valued\, foundation for women in the workforce. \nFind the tickets in the Eventbrite above! \nFor other events please see our Facebook events tab: https://www.facebook.com/ScienceInTheCityMalta/eventsor website: https://scienceinthecity.org.mt/********************************************************Science in the City is part of European Researchers’ Night\, an EU-wide celebration. It is co-funded by the European Commission’s Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions of the Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme (grant agreement No 101061120). It is recognised by Europe for Festivals and Festivals for Europe (EFFE). \nThe Science in the City consortium is led by the University of Malta and the Malta Chamber of Scientists\, in partnership with the Ministry for Education\, Sport\, Youth\, Research and Innovation​\, Malta Enterprise\, MCAST\, Qualia Analytics\, Esplora\, tech.mt\, SEM\, PBS\, Spazju Kreattiv\, Valletta Design Cluster\, Valletta Cultural Agency\, The Environment and Resources Authority\, WasteServ\, Heritage Malta\, More or Less Theatre\, the Arts Council Malta\, Queen Mary University of London and St. Martin’s Institute\, Green Pak\, AcquaBioTech\, Impetus\, MED-WET\, the Floriana Local Council and the European Parliament Office in Malta. \n“Co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or grant agreement No 101061120. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.”
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/global-women-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230919T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
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SUMMARY:Techxpo Malta
DESCRIPTION:Malta will be hosting MED9 Meeting of Ministers responsible for the Digital Economy on 20th September 2023 at MFCC. \nEconomy Ministers and representatives of Croatia\, Cyprus\, France\, Greece\, Italy\, Malta\, Portugal\, Slovenia and Spain\, will come together to exchange insights\, ideas\, and cutting-edge research findings in the dynamic fields of Artificial Intelligence. \nThis meeting will serve as a forum for the Mediterranean Member States to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations and pioneer innovations in the field of AI.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/techxpo-malta/
LOCATION:MFCC Ta’ Qali\, Level 1\, Millennium Stand\, The National Stadium\,\, Attard\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Cybersecurity,Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230911T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
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SUMMARY:Exploring Intelligence – A Bootcamp on Us and Tech
DESCRIPTION:Summer Camp AI: ‘Exploring Intelligence – A Bootcamp on Us and Tech’ \nThe Summer Camp AI is a bootcamp focusing on the innovative technology of Artificial Intelligence for children from Year 7 to Year 9 during the scholastic year 2023/4 organized by the Malta Digital Innovation Authority (“MDIA”) and the Faculty of Information & Communication Technology\, University of Malta (”UM”) which will take place during a whole week in September starting on Monday 11 September 2023 until Friday 15 September 2023. \nThe theme of this Summer Camp AI is ‘Exploring Intelligence – A Bootcamp on Us and Tech’ and it shall take place at the Faculty of Information & Communication Technology at UM. \nDuring this Summer Camp AI\, sixty (60) children will be given the opportunity to increase their knowledge on artificial intelligence and reflect more deeply on technology while at the same time receive training to build complex mobile apps. This bootcamp will contain both theoretical and practical sessions and will enhance the “Curiosity at play\, whilst Creating An app everyday’. \nThe fee to participate in this Summer Camp AI is of twenty-five Euros (€25) per child for the whole week. \nSummer Camp AI Schedule: \nMonday 11th September 2023 8:30am – 13:00pm \nTuesday 12th September 2023 8:30am – 13:00pm \nWednesday 13th September 2023 8:30am – 13:00pm \nThursday 14th September 2023 8:30am – 13:00pm \nFriday 15th September 2023 8:30am – 13:00pm \nFriday 15th September 2023 6:00pm – 7:30pm (Ceremony) \nLocation: UM\, Faculty of Information & Communication Technology \nKindly click here for the registration form \n 
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/exploring-intelligence-a-bootcamp-on-us-and-tech/
LOCATION:University of Malta\, Tal-Qroqq\, Msida\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Coding,Digital Skills
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230906T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230906T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230906T085400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T085814Z
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SUMMARY:Create a Web Profile for Women Pioneers in STEM
DESCRIPTION:Calling all aspiring coders! Step into the exciting world of coding at our Live Coding Workshop for children aged 8-14! In this thrilling and hands-on workshop\, you get to be creative and bring your ideas to life as we navigate through the basics of coding languages. Take the world by storm with your very own\, live\, interactive web page. \nFind the ticket in the Eventbrite link above! \nFor other events please see our FB events tab:https://www.facebook.com/ScienceInTheCityMalta/or website: https://scienceinthecity.org.mt/******************Science in the City is part of European Researchers’ Night\, an EU-wide celebration. It is co-funded by the European Commission’s Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions of the Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme (grant agreement No 101061120). It is recognised by Europe for Festivals and Festivals for Europe (EFFE).The Science in the City consortium is led by the University of Malta and the Malta Chamber of Scientists\, in partnership with the Ministry for Education\, Sport\, Youth\, Research and Innovation​\, Malta Enterprise\, MCAST\, Qualia Analytics\, Esplora\, tech.mt\, SEM\, PBS\, Spazju Kreattiv\, Valletta Design Cluster\, Valletta Cultural Agency\, The Environment and Resources Authority\, WasteServ\, Heritage Malta\, More or Less Theatre\, the Arts Council Malta\, Queen Mary University of London and St. Martin’s Institute\, Green Pak\, AcquaBioTech\, Impetus\, MED-WET\, the Floriana Local Council and the European Parliament Office in Malta.“Co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or grant agreement No 101061120. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.”
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/create-a-web-profile-for-women-pioneers-in-stem/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Coding,Software
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miss in Tech":MAILTO:missintechorg@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230712T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230613T054256Z
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SUMMARY:Green-digital transformation: DIGITAL SME organises a series of workshops on sustainability for key industrial sectors
DESCRIPTION:In this crucial decade for taking action against climate change\, it is imperative that all sectors of the EU economy undergo a profound transformation to achieve the ambitious targets set by the EU Green Deal such as climate neutrality by 2050. ICT SMEs play a central role in Europe’s green and digital transformation by developing technologies fostering sustainability across sectors\, and strengthening Europe’s position as a source of constant innovation. Following this vision\, DIGITAL SME partnered with the European Commission to carry out the “Get Digital: Go Green & Be Resilient” initiative to showcase and facilitate the adoption of cutting-edge sustainable solutions. However\, the core challenge to fast-track the twin transition lies in the identification of the most impactful sustainable technologies. This will allow to support stakeholders in successfully adopting and integrating them into operations and business processes. \nTo help overcome this issue\, DIGITAL SME\, as part of the European Green Digital Coalition (EGDC) Secretariat\, is co-organising a series of six workshops targeting key EU sectors\, namely smart cities\, transport\, energy/power\, manufacturing\, construction/buildings\, and agriculture. \nThese workshops bring together developers/providers and buyers/users of digital solutions\, as well as representatives from sustainable finance\, sectorial experts\, and policymakers. They are fostering discussions on how to promote the adoption\, deployment\, and effective use of digital solutions for greenhouse gas emissions’ reduction. The gathered inputs will feed into the Deployment Guidelines of the EGDC Pilot Project\, which will complement the EGDC science-based methodology to calculate the net climate impact of real-life digital solutions across sectors. The guidelines will provide tailored recommendations for different stakeholders within each sector by offering comprehensive guidance on how to: \nMaximise carbon\, resource\, and energy savings through the implementation of digital solutionsMinimise the emissions and potential negative impacts on the climate associated with these solutions.Establish metrics and tracking mechanisms to understand the impact of solutionsConsider other sustainability impacts\, such as health or social implications\, associated with the use of solutionsUltimately\, these guidelines will facilitate the green digital transformation of key sectors\, benefiting the environment\, society\, and the economy as a whole. To this extent\, the pivotal role of ICT SMEs for industrial ecosystems is unequivocal\, given their crucial contribution in addressing impending 21st century challenges (i.e. climate change\, energy crisis and supply chain resilience). \nThe first two workshops were held in April and May\, dedicated to the construction/buildings and the transport sector. \nRegistration is now open for the upcoming workshops focusing on the Agriculture (13 June)\, on the Energy/Power sector (28 June) and Smart Cities (12 July). \nRegister today!
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/green-digital-transformation-digital-sme-organises-a-series-of-workshops-on-sustainability-for-key-industrial-sectors/
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation
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ORGANIZER;CN="European Digital SME Alliance":MAILTO:office@digitalsme.eu
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230711T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230530T122129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T075825Z
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SUMMARY:ScienceTicTac - Stem Classes for children
DESCRIPTION:National Council of Women are pleased to announce the starting date and times for the STEM course – ScienceTicTac at NCW learning Centre in Blata l – Bajda.Sessions will take place weekly\, every Tuesday starting on 11th July 2023 at National Council of Women\, Pope Pius XII Flats 3 & 4\, Mountbatten Street\, Blata l- Bajda\, HMR 1579 \nStarting date: Tuesday 11th July 2023 for 7 sessions accompanied by parent/guardian/relative \nAges 4-7 yrs starting at 2.30pm till 4.00pm and for ages 8-11 yrs starting at 4.30pm – 6.00pm \nSessions are free of charge & light refreshments will be served. \nFor further information or to secure a place for your child in this exciting course please call on 21248881/ 21246982 or email ncwmalta@camline.net.mt \n 
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/sciencetictac-stem-classes-for-children/
LOCATION:NCW Learning Centre\, Pope Pius XII Flats 3/4\, Mountbatten Street\, Blata l-Bajda\, HMR 1579\, Malta
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Council of Women":MAILTO:ncwmalta@camline.net.mt
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230710T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230531T062520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T075835Z
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SUMMARY:Future Innovators Summer School
DESCRIPTION:It is imperative that the younger generation of society adapt and learn more about Artificial Intelligence\, Digital Innovation and Information Technology that is constantly evolving. \nAs a result\, MDIA is organizing a Summer School related to this topic known as the Future Innovators Summer School. \nThe Summer ProgramThis program will be aimed at teens aged thirteen (13) to fifteen (15) years old\, with the goal of assisting young minds in providing creative abilities in artificial intelligence and digital innovation\, which are essential for all career pathways in all sectors. \nTeens who finish this summer school program will have a greater grasp of artificial intelligence and digital innovation\, as well as a steppingstone for them to continue their education at the secondary and perhaps postsecondary and tertiary levels.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/future-innovators-summer-school/
CATEGORIES:Digital Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Malta Digital Innovation Authority":MAILTO:info@mdia.gov.mt
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230708T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230708T123000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230530T125206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T075846Z
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SUMMARY:CodeSprint 2023
DESCRIPTION:Code.SprintMT is a national coding contest organised once yearly for students following studies in Computing Science at Ordinary\, Intermediate and Advanced Levels\, as well as under/post-graduate students following a course in Computing/IT and already established software developers. The contest is divided into three categories\, which are designed for secondary students\, post-secondary students\, and an Open category. \nThe main objective of this competition is to gauge participants’ problem-solving\, computational and programming skills in an environment different than students are accustomed to; i.e. in schools/institutions or during traditional assessment methods. Besides being an open-book challenge\, participants’ work is assessed against a set of criteria based on functionality\, effectiveness and creativity.code.sprintMT also aims to strengthen and bridge the gap between education and employment and inherently improve the skill base of the workforce\, surely a factor aligned with the sponsor’s corporate scope. \nThe sponsor aims to enhance the quality of the event and to provide our students with opportunities to further their studies and boost their ICT-related skill set which is so much needed for the current and future job trends and demand. \neSkills Malta Foundation is a main sponsor of the Code.Sprint Event provides awards with cash prizes for the top three code sprinters in different categories and the top performing female contestantAdditionally\, eSkills will provide twenty cash vouchers to all finalists that may be redeemed from a tech store. Read more 
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/codesprint-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230707T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230614T064614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T075939Z
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SUMMARY:Faculty of ICT Project Exhibition 2023 - Theme CHAT WITH ICT
DESCRIPTION:The ICT Exhibition at UM 2023 will be showcasing projects relating to various disciplines within the field of ICT from 7 to 9 July 2023.𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟕 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑𝟒𝐩𝐦 Discussion Panel 1 – Impact of ICTSA beyond Student Life𝟓𝐩𝐦 Discussion Panel 2 – Unconventional Career Opportunities in ICT𝟔𝐩𝐦 The Awards Ceremony (Dean’s List Awards\, Best FYP Awards\, Best ICT projects with social impact Awards\, MITA Awards). \n𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟖 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦 Discussion Panel 3 – Challenges to Nurture the Future ICT Graduates𝟏𝟏𝐚𝐦 Walkthrough 1 – Deep Learning; Internet of Things; Robotics & Digital Health𝟒𝐩𝐦 Discussion Panel 4 – Chat with FICT𝟓𝐩𝐦 Walkthrough 2 – Blockchain & Fintech; Software Engineering & Web Applications; Audio Speech & Language Technology and Testing & Verification. \n𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟗 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑𝟏𝟎𝐚𝐦 Walkthrough 3 – Data Science & PG Research.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/faculty-of-ict-project-exhibition-2023-theme-chat-with-ict/
LOCATION:Faculty of ICT University of Malta\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Fintech,Software Engineering
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Malta":MAILTO:info@um.edu.mt
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230628T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230531T083810Z
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SUMMARY:All the finalists of the European Digital Skills Awards 2023
DESCRIPTION:It’s the time to discover all the finalist projects of the 2023 edition of the European Digital Skills Awards! \nThis year’s edition was very popular and we received 330 applications\, the highest number since the creation of the Awards in 2016. Also the quality of the applications has been exceptional: so much that it was a tough task to select only 5 per category – and this is the reason why\, in some categories\, you will find more than 5 projects. \nThe pre-selection of the finalist applications was carried out by the Digital Skills and Jobs Platform team\, while the 5 jury members of this year’s edition picked the winners. Veronica Stefan\, Stefano Kluzer\, Alice Bougneres\, Keith Quille and Juliane von Reppert-Bismarck had the difficult task of evaluating the finalist applications and choose the best projects in digital skills in Europe for 2023 What is certain is that the picture that came out of this year’s edition of the Awards is that the EU is a lively and busy place when it comes to digital skills! \nFrom teaching basic digital competences to those most in need\, from the elderly population to refugees\, to the crucial topic of digital upskilling in all professional sectors\, including advanced technologies such as AI\, Blockchain\, Cybersecurity and much more\, the 330 projects that sent their candidature for the EDSA2023 are all together doing their best – and successfully – to help Europeans get in “digital shape”.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/all-the-finalists-of-the-european-digital-skills-awards-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230615T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230530T124001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T124002Z
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SUMMARY:Meet EIT Digital - info session for Maltese ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Meet EIT Digital – info session for Maltese ecosystem. During the one-hour online session\, the EIT Digital Team led by Dr Tuan Trinh\, Regional Node Director of EIT Digital\, will present the main pillars of EIT Digital\, including the education\, innovation\, and business areas\, and highlight the opportunities and benefits available to those who participate in EIT Digital activities. Register here bit.ly/3LVTcBO
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/meet-eit-digital-info-session-for-maltese-ecosystem/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230614T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230614T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230613T055122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T080313Z
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SUMMARY:AI Prompting and Blockchain - from beginner to unemployed\, to taking over the world
DESCRIPTION:It is time for blockchain technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to meet and this is going to happen tonight! AI changes our world and whole industries are changing beyond recognition. But don’t worry\, you won’t lose your job to it\, not just yet. However\, you might lose it to someone who can use AI more effectively than you. Come listen to Marc and Zak that share how to effectively utilize AI.With a fusion of expertise and now currently leading the AI frontier at Axon Park\, Marc is ready to unpack the philosophy and art of AI prompting. Get ready to chuckle\, ponder\, and perhaps discover a future where ‘unemployment’ is just a myth for anyone wielding the power of a well-crafted AI prompt.Zak is the Head of Software and an AI Developer currently working for Metaverse Architects who will speak on data availability on blockchain that can be used by AI. Something that everyone can profit from for a better tomorrow.Please contact the organizers if you want to present
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/ai-prompting-and-blockchain-from-beginner-to-unemployed-to-taking-over-the-world/
LOCATION:SOHO Office The Strand\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crypto Hub Malta":MAILTO:bongu@cryptohubmalta.org
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Legal Intersections of Cybersecurity\, AI\, DORA and Privacy
DESCRIPTION:A full-day conference\, organized by the Malta Information Technology Law Association (MITLA) \nTuesday 13th June 2023 Trident Park Triq L-Imdina\, Birkirkara 08.30 – 17.00 \nThe conference cost for MITLA members is of €50 per person.Corporate members can designate 3 persons as MITLA Members and the cost for the conference is of €50 per person.The conference cost for non-MITLA members is of €100 per person and this includes 1 year of MITLA membership \nRegister TodayDigital Safeguards is an upcoming event that aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the legal intersections of cybersecurity\, AI\, DORA\, and privacy. This event is designed to help professionals navigate the complex and rapidly evolving legal landscape in the digital realm. \nWith interactive sessions and networking opportunities\, Digital Safeguards is a must-attend event for legal professionals\, cybersecurity experts\, and technology leaders seeking to navigate the legal complexities of the digital world.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/navigating-the-legal-intersections-of-cybersecurity-ai-dora-and-privacy/
LOCATION:Trident Park\, Triq l-Imdina\, Triq l-Imdina\, Birkirkara\, Malta
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Malta IT Law Association":MAILTO:info@mitla.org.mt
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230607T173000
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SUMMARY:Present your Business
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n“Present Your Business” highlights and showcases Europe-led innovation\nThe series of events offers a platform for digital enablers to team up and scale their businesses \nThe kick-off event will take place on 3rd of May 2023\, online\, featuring presentation of multiple technological solutions\n\nBrussels\, 24 April (DIGITAL SME).The “Present Your Business” series is a platform designed to highlight the potential of European SMEs and start-ups as innovation’s drivers.  \nTo unlock the potential of innovative companies\, this series of events promotes the matching of digital solutions\, fostering their competitiveness. The series will create synergies and develop digital solutions thereby nurturing an effective framework on how to adequately boost European digital sovereignty. \nThe initiative will be the space where innovators can present their digital solutions and partner up with fellow SMEs and start-ups to enable digital transformation of their business model. This event series will give the floor every month to five selected companies\, displaying their businesses in ten minutes maximum each. \nThe European digital market is rapidly evolving\, and SMEs are the de facto champions of innovation. Digital transformation of business is a priority of the EU´s Digital Decade. The Digital Decade objective for 2030 concerning technological uptake is for at least 75% of companies to use cloud\, AI or Big Data. \nWithin this objective\, the EU wants to ensure that more than 90% of SMEs have at least a basic level of digital intensity. With these goals in mind\, “Present Your Business” is an excellent opportunity to showcase the potential of digital SMEs and start-ups and create a collaborative environment among them\, unlocking opportunities to foster SMEs’ digital intensity and maximizing Europe´s innovation capacity. \n“We are excited to launch the “Present Your Business” events’ series\, which will bring together innovative SMEs from across Europe. By creating a platform where SMEs can collaborate\, our ambition is to unlock the full potential of the digital solutions available in the European market. ”Present Your Business” will foster opportunities for SMEs and start-ups to partner up and maximise the benefits of the digital solutions available in the European market to drive Europe towards the twin transition” said DIGITAL SME’s Secretary-General Sebastiano Toffaletti. \nThe first session of “Present Your Business” will take place on 3 May 2023\, from 14:30 to 15:30 CEST\, following an online format. \nRegistration is now open for companies wishing to present their businesses\, as well as for participants at this link. For any inquiries\, please contact Giulia Zampedri (g.zampedri@digitalsme.eu).
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/present-your-business/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230607T170000
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SUMMARY:Join Leading Voices in Digital Innovation at Grow Digital 23
DESCRIPTION:Grow Digital 23Tech that matters6 – 7 June 2023 | The Egg\, Brussels \nJoin “Grow Digital 23”\, EIT Digital’s flagship conference and networking event on June 6 & 7 in Brussels. Secure your ticket to hear the latest on Generative AI\, Space Tech\, Industry 5.0 and Cybersecurity from prominent keynote speakers. \nYou will also have the chance to discover ground-breaking digital solutions and tech companies in the Innovators Village\, and have free access to the final pitching sessions and award ceremony of the EIT Digital Challenge\, the leading competition for European deep tech scaleups\, which takes place alongside the Grow Digital 23 conference. Read more
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/join-leading-voices-in-digital-innovation-at-grow-digital-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230605T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230530T122634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T080427Z
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SUMMARY:Data Protection and Cyber Resilience: A Powerful Combination
DESCRIPTION:In today’s digital age\, every organisation must prioritise data protection and cyber resilience to safeguard sensitive information and ensure business continuity. \nThis event\, featuring Malta’s Data Protection Commissioner\, experts from BMIT and The Malta Chamber\, will discuss the latest developments in data protection and cyber resilience. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights into how to protect their organisations from cyber threats and learn about the importance of these topics. \nThe event will feature presentations and panel discussions from expert speakers\, followed by a Q&A session and it is open to anyone interested in data protection and cyber resilience\, including business owners\, IT professionals\, and individuals concerned about the security of their personal information. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to network with other professionals in the industry and exchange ideas. Read more
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/data-protection-and-cyber-resilience-a-powerful-combination/
LOCATION:The Malta Chamber\, 64\, Republic Street\, Valletta\, VLT 1117\, Malta
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230601T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230601T173000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005932
CREATED:20230530T130236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T080445Z
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SUMMARY:EY Engage 2023
DESCRIPTION:EY Engage is returning for the 2nd year to connect you to Malta’s top CIOs\, CTOs and IT management for a day of delving into the most pressing themes for organisations’ digital agenda\, key technology trends and how they aid in business transformation.A space that encourages engagement with experts\, technologists\, thought leaders and vendors. This year’s full-day conference offers delegates a range of presentations\, roundtables and workshops that bring the latest in technical solutions and practices.With five times more roundtables to choose from\, an interactive expo\, keynote speakers\, and plenty of networking opportunities at the Expo.We look forward to welcoming you once again at the Westin on 01 June\, 2023!
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/ey-engage-2023/
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ORGANIZER;CN="EY":MAILTO:Eyevents-mt-ey@cventmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230525T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230525T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005933
CREATED:20230530T123523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T123524Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting Skills Development through reforms
DESCRIPTION:The Conference – Supporting Skills Development through ReformsThis conference is organised by the Directorate-General for Structural Reform Support (DG REFORM) of the European Commission in the context of 2023 being the European Year of SkillsEN•••. It is organised in cooperation with the Ministry of Labour\, Solidarity and Social Security of Portugal and the Directorate-General for Employment\, Social affairs and Inclusion (DG EMPL). \nThrough the Technical Support Instrument\, the Commission underpins Member States’ reforms in the area of skills to harness the opportunities of the green and digital transition\, while addressing the related challenges. Read more
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/supporting-skills-development-through-reforms/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230511T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T005933
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SUMMARY:4th Call for proposals under DIGITAL on Advanced Digital Skills
DESCRIPTION:The 4th Call for proposals under the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) is now published! Discover the new calls under the Work Programme 2023-2024 to support Advanced Digital Skills and apply from May 11. \nThe new Work Programme 2023-24 recently adopted by the European Commission allocated €909.5 million aiming to reinforce the EU’s critical digital capacities by focusing on key areas such as climate and environment protection technology\, data\, AI\, cloud\, cybersecurity\, advanced digital skills\, and deployment for the best use of these technologies. \nIn particular\, in order to fill the significant shortage of sector specialists using advanced digital technologies and ICT specialists\, it is necessary to increase the pool of pupils who would be ultimately interested to study STEM and ICT\, with a special focus on girls and women who are vastly underrepresented in the digital field. Also\, the share of students choosing ICT and notably semiconductors disciplines is too low to satisfy the demand required by the labour market. Read more
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/4th-call-for-proposals-under-digital-on-advanced-digital-skills/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Malta:20230509T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Malta:20240509T000000
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SUMMARY:European Vocational Skills Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the European Commission from the 23-27 October for the seventh edition of the European Vocational Skills Week\, the annual Week celebrating all the best practices from Vocational Education and Training (VET). In the upcoming 2023 edition digital skills have centerstage\, the event will underscore the critical role of vocational education and training (VET) in fostering essential digital skills for individuals of all ages\, enabling career growth and personal advancement in the digital era.  \nKey Events at European level\nDuring the week of 23 October 2023\, key events at EU level will be organised by stakeholders\, including: \n\n23-24 October: Spanish Presidency Conference on recognition of VET qualifications in Seville\, Spain \n25-26 October: Meeting of the Directors-General in VET in Spain (event for representatives from the Ministries in charge of VET from 35 countries)\n26 October: EQAVET webinar: Creating a quality culture in VET – Trends and developments in quality assurance for VET providers \n26 October: OECD webinar “Education at a glance” on VET \n27 October: Event organised by European Associations of VET providers \n\nDiscover more about the European Vocational Skills Week. \n© European Commission
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/european-vocational-skills-week-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T170000
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SUMMARY:EU CodeWeek 2016
DESCRIPTION:“Europe Code Week is a grassroots initiative which aims to bring coding and digital  literacy to everybody in a fun and engaging way”.  15th October – 23rd October “We need to speed up the upgrading of digital skills\, including coding. If you want to be successful at your job\, in your business and in the production sector you need to have a portfolio of digital skills. EU Code Week provides an opportunity to learn a digital skill that is essential on the job market”. – Günther H.Oettinger\, Commissioner responsible for Digital Economy and Society In 2015\, 46 countries took part in EU Code Week – all EU member states plus Iceland\, Norway\, Switzerland\, Albania\, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia\, Serbia and Turkey. Events took place in Australia\, Belarus\, Bosnia and Herzegovina\, China\, South Korea\, Moldova\, Morocco\, Taiwan\, Tunisia\, Ukraine and the United States. There were 83 code week Ambassadors\, 7600 coding events with a reach of over 570\,000 people from all the 46 countries. EU Code Week aims at celebrating the art of creating with code\, motivating people to start learning to code\, as well as connecting individuals\, groups\, organizations and companies who are willing to help more people experience the joy and relevance of coding As part of its strategy for a Digital Single Market\, the European Commission supports EU Code Week and other independent initiatives which aim to boost digital skills\, including programming\, for different target groups. Coding empowers you to do many things you wouldn’t otherwise be able to do such as; hand-crafting your own websites\, becoming a career coder or even starting a technology business. Most importantly\, you’ll be able to understand the technology shaping your world. Learning coding has many benefits – whether you’re looking for a career in the industry\, starting a new hobby or just wanting to understand technology. eSkills Malta Foundation will once again be participating in the EU Code Week. This year the Foundation will be collaborating with both MCAST and the Faculty of ICT – University of Malta by organising a series of sessions on various coding subjects\, one of the most popular being ‘Building your first mobile app in 2 hours’. These sessions are aimed for all age groups (with minimal knowledge of computing required) and are free of charge.       
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/eu-codeweek-2016/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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SUMMARY:Malta Robotics Olympiad 2018
DESCRIPTION:The Malta Robotics Olympiad (MRO) is the largest robotics and technology event in Malta. In 2018 we will be celebrating the 7th edition of this annual event which is organised by the Ministry for Education and Employment under the Management of the MRO Committee made up from: James Catania (chairman)\, Keith Galea\, Keith Aquilina\, Josmar Borg \, Karen Micallef\, & Eric Montfort. A non-profit event\, which has grown organically every year\, and 2018 will see the continuation of this fantastic\,high-standard event that took place at MFCC Ta’ Qali in 2017. The main objectives of this event are to bring the students and public closer to technology in education\, to experience investments in a hands-on manner and display the best the island has to offer in technology and robotics as well as being a STEM popularisation event at its core. This event is only possible with the financial support of our sponsors. Without you\, this event would not be possible and we thank you from beforehand for taking theme to consider the MRO as part of your organisations’ mark marketing & CSR plan. \nMRO 18 IN A NUTSHELL\nWhilst MRO17 was a huge success with an unprecedented 13\,000 visitors \, however\, there is always room for improvement. Following feedback from visitors and exhibitors\, the MRO will be spread over 3 days from Friday till Sunday. This year the MRO will be kept more concise and offer more targeted events\, the MRO SUMO CHALLENGE which is the largest robotics competition in Malta will still take centre stage. However the addition of the DIYBOTS national competition as well as the primary robotics challenges will bring a much needed hands-on robotics approach to competing in the MRO. For the first time\, the exhibitors will be allowed to sell during the event. This is only being allowed since most of the exhibitors at the MRO are too small to have a store-front hence we wouldn’t like to take the opportunity away from them to make full use of the MRO under very strict conditions. Visit mromalta.com for more information THE MRO WILL STILL BE A FREE ENTRANCE EVENT.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/malta-robotics-olympiad-2018/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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SUMMARY:Digital Education in Schools
DESCRIPTION:eSkills Malta Foundation in collaboration with the Ministry for Education and Employment organised a half-day event on Digital education in schools on Friday 15th March at the MITA Data Centre\, Santa Venera. Everyone now accepts that people from all walks of life will increasingly need digital skills and knowledge. This is because digital technology will be used not only by children or employees at the workplace\, but practically everybody\, including women at home. Digital technology will be used by people at every level of an organisation or society to increase their quality of life\, by students to get better education and by teachers to transmit more effective lessons. Individuals who are not digital savvy will suffer in one way or another; they may even become outdated and lose their job. To thrive in the workplace of the future\, people will need to have the right digital education. Whether at school\, at university or on the job\, the digital transformation that is under way is making IT skills more important every day. It is therefore crucial that students receive the right education. All governments and educational institutions around the world are transforming education and learning by way of content\, the way it is delivered and the tools being used both by students and teachers. In Malta\, the Ministry of Education started this journey some time ago\, but outside educational circles\, and sometimes also within it\, few people and organisations know what digital education is being given to students at primary and secondary level. Their educational path is a very important one as these formative years will transform students up to adult life. List of presentations: The Career Exposure Experience by Lorraine Grech Aquilina ICT C3 by James Catania Information Technology by Daniela Zerafa STEM by Desiree Scicluna Digital Literacy by Omar Seguna Computing Opportunities Everywhere by Josmar Borg \nCarm Cachia \n  \nGaetano Bugeja \n  \nDesiree Scicluna Bugeja \n  \nJames Catania \n  \nDaniela Zerafa \n  \nOmar Seguna \n  \nLorraine Grech Aquilina \n 
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/digital-education-in-schools/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230313T170000
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SUMMARY:Education Strategy for Malta
DESCRIPTION:ICT skills are amongst the most essential skills for new jobs\, digitally enabled industries outperform their traditional competitors; by 2020 90% of all jobs will be expected to require some form of digital skills. Encouraging the younger generation to realise that the right digital skills are amongst the most important core skills for employability is a crucial step in addressing the broad challenge of additional skilled resources for 21st century jobs. As an integral part of the broad consultation process on the Framework for an Education Strategy for Malta\, the eSkills Malta Foundation organised a stakeholder consultation meeting on Tuesday 29th April 2014. Participants had the opportunity to contribute to the National 2014-2024 Education Strategy for Malta and in the work of the eSkills Foundation in fostering the professional ICT skills for the Digital Economy. The presentations delivered at the event are available below. Background and Overview of the Education Strategy Framework​ ​ – Dr Francis Fabri\, Director R&D Department\, MEDE IT Sector Human Resource Capacity ​ – Lawrence Zammit\, MISCO International The view from the IT Industry ​- Keith Fearne\, Malta Chamber IT Business Section​ Digital Malta Main Strategic Themes – Emanuel Darmanin\, Head\, Strategy and Planning Department\, MITA IT Industry Specifics – Matthew Gatt\, eSkills Malta Foundation
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/education-strategy-for-malta/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180711T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181107T170000
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Event 2018
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity has become one of the prominent subjects of this technology era\, and this is bound to become more important as we increase our activities in the areas of AI\, machine learning\, the blockchain and DLT\, Internet of Things (IoT)\, Quantum Computing and other prominent technologies.  It is therefore essential that we give Cybersecurity the importance it deserves.  It affects everyone\, from techies right down to the citizen. The eSkills Malta Foundation\, in collaboration with various stakeholders\, will be organising an event on Cybersecurity. The Event is based on two half days.  The first day will feature talks by prominent personalities in the area including Dr Mark Joseph Vella from the University of Malta\, Mr Keith Cutajar from PwC Malta\, Mr Glenn Camilleri from MITA\, and Mr Rodrigo Marcos from SECFORCE and OWASP.  The second day will include practical Case Studies from the Industry on malware reverse engineering and sophisticated hacking.   \nAbstracts & Biographies\nA Memory-Wise Response to Cyberattacks Cybersecurity threats are nowadays affecting various aspects of critical business processes and personal privacy/safety alike. The increasing trend in having everything connected to the Internet from business information systems to home appliances and industrial control systems; from personal cloud storage to bank accounts and government data; is straining preventive security mechanisms. The setting up of various Security Operations Centres (SOCs) is a direct result of this situation. In turn\, SOC staff must work closely with Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs) to ensure security issues are addressed quickly upon discovery. Ongoing scientific research at the University of Malta – the CyberForensics project – leverages the core idea that in-memory artefacts cannot be avoided by cyber attacks. This approach promises more effective digital investigation tools for incident responders during evidence collection/analysis\, as well as recovery stages. It has so far been explored within the contexts of intrusion detection; cloud and mobile device digital investigation; malware and vulnerability analysis; and adaptive access control for Bring-Your-Own-Device deployments. So far all research has been mainly the undertaking of undergraduate and postgraduate students\, under the supervision of academics at the faculty of ICT. The main findings have been presented internationally at peer-reviewed conferences. At this stage we strongly believe that industry/government collaboration can be of mutual benefit\, leading to joint grant applications and gaining access to the experience brought in by practitioners and career researchers alike.  \nDr. Mark Vella is an information security lecturer and researcher\, and currently holds the position of Senior Lecturer at the University of Malta. After spending many years participating and leading the development of enterprise application and integration projects\, he moved back to academia. Motivated by the complexities and limitations of access control mechanisms\, he pursued a research doctorate in the area of computer systems security at the University of Strathclyde (UK). His initial research on developing intrusion detection techniques inspired by the workings of the human immune system has today found a home and immediate application within the context of using memory forensics for incident response. At university\, he lectures and advises undergraduate and postgraduate students on cryptography and security-related topics\, as well as more generic computer systems ones. Research findings emerging from his efforts\, along with those of his students\, have been presented internationally at peer-reviewed conferences. Malware Analysis – The return of investment behind reverse engineering Malware is considered one of the leading cyber threats by leading industry experts. We hear about spyware\, ransomware\, Trojan-worm attacks on a daily basis\, with the nature and flavour of the attacks constantly improving and differentiating themselves. But what are cyber-security professionals doing in this regard? By having up-to-date anti-malware protection\, users trained\, internal documentation in place and regular security testing undertaken\, will that prevent you from being a malware victim in the future? Digital Forensics technology evolutions\, in relation to malware reverse engineering\, has provided us with a number of toolkits and knowledge in how to disassemble malware so as to understand its characteristics\, understand the techniques used and gather information pertaining to its creator. IT professionals use such findings to block malicious command-and-control centres as well as to contain propagation. This session will take the attendees through a typical case-scenario of a malware attack and will highlight techniques used and value the findings of such an exercise.  \n \nKeith is a Cyber-Security specialist\, focusing in the fields of Cybercrime\, Digital Forensics and Cyber-Terrorism. He has worked on a variety of IT projects over the years\, while employed\, and as a consultant in his personal capacity. He is currently a Manager in the Advisory Line of Service at PwC in Malta focused on developing and aligning cybersecurity services to help clients keep pace with the challenges and new realities that the connected\, mobile world brings with it. Keith has read for a BSc (Hons) in IT at the University of Malta and an MSc in Information Security at the Royal Holloway College(University of London)\, with the dissertation obtaining a distinction grade. He is also a registered Court Expert at the Courts of Law in Malta\, having worked on some of the major national white-collar\, cybercrime\, cyber-terrorism and also organized crime investigations. \nIntroduction to Post Quantum Cryptography\nUntil lately\, quantum computing was often seen as a capability that might arise in the distant future\, or that it belongs to science fiction. The concepts have baffled scientists for decades and are quite difficult to reconcile. However\, several experiments and observations have supported the quantum theory and its fundamental principles. Quantum computing has become a reality\, with major innovations. The presentation we will go through an introduction to quantum computing\, it’s a threat to current cryptographic algorithms and how to mitigate them.  \nGlenn is an Information Security Consultant at the Malta Information Technology Agency\, where currently is involved in the implementation of several security tools to strengthen MITA security posture and also providing consultancy from a security perspective. Glenn has worked for more than a decade in the private sector mainly in the telecommunications industry specializing in the information technology and telecommunication field. Glenn has read an MSc in Information technology and Management at Sheffield Hallam University. \n \nTaking Security\, a step further: Red Team Operations\nSecurity assurance is traditionally seen as performing penetration testing assessments. In recent years\, due to the sophistication of attacks and the evolution of the security threat landscape\, it has been shown that the traditional penetration testing would not provide the level of resilience that mature organisations require. Red Team operations recreate the scenario of a sophisticated hacking group targeting an organisation. In summary: hacking like in the movies!  Rodrigo caught the hacking bug when he was 14 years old after he hacked into his dad’s computer. After discovering his passion for white-hat hacking he started his career in the offensive security industry\, eventually founding SECFORCE where he is currently CEO. SECFORCE provides IT security and penetration testing services to some of the biggest brands and government organisations in the world. During his career\, Rodrigo has seen an increasing demand for security services from companies which seek to safeguard their IT assets against Internet-borne attacks. With a wide knowledge of the offensive security arena and with a vast experience in online services\, Rodrigo has an unparalleled understanding of current and future cyber-threats. Having published a number of books\, articles and tools in the topic of penetration testing and IT security\, Rodrigo is a sought-after speaker who has participated in conferences and seminars all around the world. \nTo register\, click here https://forms.gle/TjwXkC5uH4McoEYE7
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/cybersecurity-event-2018/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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SUMMARY:Eu CodeWeek 2018
DESCRIPTION:Europe Code Week is a grassroots initiative which aims to bring coding and digital literacy to everybody in a fun and engaging way. The eSkills Malta Foundation is once again coordinating the EU Code Week initiatives. This year Code Week will be held between the 6th and 21st October 2018. As most of you are aware last year Malta ranked first in the number of coding events held per capita. Obviously\, this would not have been achieved without your invaluable help and participation. Once again\, this year we are looking forward for your participation in the EU Codeweek by organizing events. Ideally\, we target events for any age and on a variety of topics. As in previous years\, participation would be free and there are no prerequisites. This year all participating countries h ave been challenged to involve 50% of schools in Europe to take part in EU Code Week by 2020. \nCoding is for everyone. Try something new and discover the fun of coding by joining an event.\n MaltaPi is a community event for people to come together to learn about digital making with Raspberry Pi
We have several workshops for anyone under 14 who wishes to take part in the AstroPi MissionZero challenge. Learn how to code in Python and write a program that will run on the International Space Station!! For details of the next Jam on November 3 and 4\, please visit https://bit.ly/2CHeFeB CodeWeek Sessions Robotics and Coding Seminar for Teachers and School Leaders at Senglea Primary School Read more Bee a Coder! Go on an exciting adventure with a lovely bumble bee in the discovery of basic programming. Age: Year 1-3. Sessions will be held at Esplora Villa Bighi\, Kalkara\, KKR 1320 from Tuesday 16th October till Friday 19th October 9:45 – 11:15 am. Let’s build\, code and have fun! School: St Joseph Mater Boni Consilii School Activity Time: 40 minutes per activity Spread during lessons over the two weeks during school time Year Groups: Pre-Grade\, Grade 1\,2\,3\,4\,5&6 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. School: St Joseph Mater Boni Consilii School Activity time: 60 minutes during afterschool programme Year Group: Year 1\, 2\,3\, 4\, 5 & 6 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. School: St Catherine High School Activity time: 60 minutes during afterschool programme Year Group: Year 1\, 2\,3 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. School: St. Michael’s School\, Pembroke Activity time: 60 minutes during afterschool programme Year Group: Year 1\, 2\,3 & 4 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. School: Sacred Heart Minor Seminary\, Gozo Activity time: 60 minutes during afterschool programme Year Group: Form 1\, 2\, 3 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. School: The Archbishop Seminary\, Rabat Activity time: 60 minutes during afterschool programme Year Group: Year 1\, 2\, 3\, 4\,5 & 6 Description: Experimenting through Robotics and computational thinking\, students will approach a fun and challenging task related to coding. They will break down problems and tasks into simpler understandable solutions. Family Coding at the Library Parents and Guardians are invited to the Central Public Library to participate in FREE coding workshops together with their children ages 8-10. During the workshop\, adults will be assisted by their children to help discover ways in which they can learn to code through play! Register at: http://bit.ly/familycoding  \nMCAST Coding Sessions\n  
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/eu-codeweek-2018/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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SUMMARY:Software Tester Power
DESCRIPTION:Test your test knowledge\nDate: Tuesday 16th May 2017 Time: 9:00pm Place: MITA Data Centre Santa Venera The eSkills Malta Foundation will be organising an interesting event on the subject of Software Testing on 16th May 2017 at the MITA Data Centre Sta Venera. We believe that robust software development cannot do without the proper software testing\, and its corresponding methods\, skills\, and engineering. It is also encouraging to note that nowadays many companies include in their organisation the position of software testers. But are we doing enough? We have great speakers on this subject: Dr Mark Micallef and Dr Chris Porter will present the theme “Help! I’m only human! Understanding and supporting the human tester” Software is an intensely human activity. Regardless of the amount of automation and technology we throw at testing\, the human tester remains the most valuable part of the process. Yet in a world where domains are increasingly complex\, technologies increasingly vary and constant change is the order of the day\, the human tester remains unchanged. That is to say that human beings have not developed the ability to store more memory\, handle more context switches or process more information than they did hundreds of years ago. During this talk\, we will discuss the impact of information anxiety on software testers and discuss how research at the University of Malta is helping the profession address this problem. Ms Angelina Samaroo will present the themes “Hand code a website in an hour” and “Test Your Test Knowledge” Tester Power – as the world moves ever closer to ‘automate all’\, testers risk being left behind. We test code\, but for many testers writing code still seems a mystical art. Here we demystify coding – we will hand code a website in an hour or less. Join us\, then start making your own magic with code. Join us to participate in the knowledge and dialogue! Should you and any of your colleagues be interested in attending please send an email to bernadette.a.zerafa@gov.mt​​  
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/software-tester-power/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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SUMMARY:European e-Competence Framework Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Context While the skills and technologies related to ICT have changed considerably in the past forty years\, the profession itself has not kept up and matured in parallel\, and ICT professionals have been occupied with technological advancements. Many of the concerns expressed in the past relating to low levels of professionalism still prevail today. Given the role of ICT as an enabler of business\, this has important implications for a country’s economy. Furthermore\, the increasingly pervasive nature of computing means that society at large is at greater risk from low levels of professionalism. The risks posed to the society\, economy\, and the ICT community itself\, dictate that steps be taken to mature the profession. Indeed\, we are living in a paradoxical situation where despite the vast amounts of ICT education available\, companies are having great difficulties in finding the qualified ICT professionals they need. What is the European e-Competence Framework and what is its importance for Maltese Companies and Education providers? On 6 April 2016\, the European e-Competence Framework (e-CF) became a European Standard. The e-CF gives organisations\, businesses\, and ICT practitioners in Europe a common language to describe the competences required in the ICT Industry. It also gives a strong indication to ICT education of the competences and roles that their students can aspire to.  ​To build any profession it is essential to understand the core areas of expertise required by different roles. Organisations may then be able to recruit and develop suitable employees\, and maintain appropriate levels of competences through continuous professional development. The e-CF was developed to provide a reference of competences that apply to the ICT workplace. It describes the skills and knowledge requirements of ICT professionals. It is designed to meet the needs of both public and private organisations\, and give clear definitions to support decision-making with regards to the selection and recruitment of candidates\, as well as the training and assessment of ICT professionals. The e-CF framework is a standard that can be adapted to a company’s needs. It is a framework that guides ICT companies to manage the ICT competency and proficiency levels of their staff in a professional way. From an Education perspective\, formal education and ICT certifications providers need to make reference to ICT frameworks\, and especially the e-CF\, which is widely supported by the EU. The eSkills Malta Foundation\, in collaboration with IT Professionalism Europe (IPE) is organising a half-day event on the 28th July 2016 to present the European e-Competence Framework\, and its importance for Maltese industry and education providers. Mr Frederic Aerden from IPE will present the e-CF. Attendants will have the opportunity to discuss the framework and air their views. The eSkills Malta Foundation is a coalition of various Maltese representatives from Government\, industry and education with mandates of advising Government and stakeholders on matters related to eSkills policy\, the expansion of ICT educational programmes and related formative initiatives\, contributing to the ICT professionalism\, instigate further reform in the ICT education\, contribute to capacity-building in the ICT education community and promote local ICT skills. IPE is a network of organisations with an interest in IT professionalism in general\, and the e-CF in particular. IPE provides its members with insights on the benefits and challenges that various tools\, such as the e-CF\, can provide in managing IT staff. It also highlights the need to implement pragmatic solutions for the advancement of IT professionalism\, in order to drive its development in a responsible manner. IPE gathers all those who are involved in and care about managing IT professionals\, such as employers\, certification providers\, and educational bodies. The objective is to further stimulate the professionalization of IT in Europe\, as well as to facilitate the development of business opportunities for members of the network. Together with IPE\, we would like to invite you and any member of your organisation to this valuable event on a future-setting subject.
URL:http://20.86.141.199/events/european-e-competence-framework-seminar/
LOCATION:Santa Venera\, Triq Il - Ferrovija\, Santa Venera\, SVR9019\, Malta
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