Ljubljana, Slovenia – The INTERCEPT project, launched earlier this year to strengthen cross-border cybersecurity cooperation between Slovenia and Croatia, held its first plenary meeting 17 – 18 September in Ljubljana. Organized by project coordinator T-2 d.o.o., the two-day event gathered all project partners to review progress, align on technical developments, and plan the next phase of activities.
INTERCEPT is a project co-funded by the European Union, developing a Threat Sharing Platform (TSP) to improve the detection, response, and prevention of cyber threats. The platform will enable real-time information exchange and strengthen cooperation in the field of cybersecurity.
The successful kick-off meeting in February 2025, followed by numerous online meetings in the past months, paved the way for the first plenary meeting. The first day of the two-day gathering was dedicated to reviewing the work carried out within Work Packages 2 and 3. Partners presented progress in developing the key components of the platform. Discussions focused on assessing achievements and aligning future steps, with special emphasis on establishing the development environment, integrating with existing security tools, and preparing user-oriented solutions.
On the second day, the focus shifted to Work Package 4, which covers data integration, phishing detection tools, and the implementation of additional AI features. Discussions also included Work Package 6, covering communication, dissemination, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement. These activities will play a crucial role in raising awareness, engaging stakeholders across borders, and ensuring the uptake of project results.
Throughout the two days, partners exchanged experiences, identified risks, and discussed mitigation strategies. Special recognition goes to the Project Coordinator for successfully organizing the plenary meeting, and appreciation goes to all partners for the strong engagement and commitment demonstrated during the two days of discussions. Thanks to this collective effort, the collaborative format enabled the consortium to review ongoing work, agree on next steps, and reaffirm their shared commitment to building a resilient cross-border cybersecurity ecosystem.
Tiko Pro, as a consortium member and leader of the work package on communication and dissemination, ensures the project’s visibility with its extensive expertise in strategic communication and deep understanding of European programmes.
The first plenary meeting, held after nine successful months of project implementation, represents a milestone marking INTERCEPT’s entry into a new phase of development. In the coming months, the consortium will focus on implementing activities within the technical work packages, defining concrete use cases, and placing special emphasis on knowledge and skills development through workshops, webinars, and other training formats.
With optimism, we look ahead to the continued development of the project, which remains committed to more effective management of cyber threats, strengthening Security Operations Centers (SOCs) in Slovenia and Croatia, and fostering cross-border cooperation in the field of cybersecurity.
INTERCEPT makes a significant contribution to building a safer digital future for all. For more information, follow the project’s progress on LinkedIn and on the official website: www.interceptcybersecurity.eu