Ukraine to host 2026 Kyiv International Cyber Resilience Forum

Ukraine is set to host the 2026 edition of the Kyiv International Cyber Resilience Forum (KICRF), an event aimed at fostering international collaboration in cybersecurity, defense, and digital resilience. The forum brings together governments, corporations, investors, startups, think tanks, and academic experts to address contemporary cyber threats and exchange cutting-edge solutions.

Mission and Vision
KICRF 2026 is focused on building enduring partnerships between Ukraine and like-minded nations, driving innovation in cybersecurity, and enhancing protection capabilities for both public and private sectors. According to organizers, the forum seeks to strengthen the cyber domain for Ukraine and its allies by leveraging lessons learned from ongoing cyber conflicts and promoting international cooperation with global players.

Key Topics and Focus Areas
The two-day event will explore a wide range of topics relevant to modern cybersecurity, including:

• Global Cyber Resilience: Strategies to enhance security in a fragmented world
• Cyber Diplomacy: Moving from condemnation to measurable action
• Secure-by-Design Technologies: Trusted supply chains and dual-use innovation
• Cognitive Security: Protecting life-saving information and public trust
• Hybrid and AI-Native Warfare: Safeguarding autonomous systems and critical infrastructure
• Human Capital Resilience: Education, inclusion, and workforce reintegration
• Crypto-Assets and Blockchain Intelligence: Global regulation and security measures

In addition, the forum will host practical exercises and competitions such as the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC), focusing on blue-team defense with AI-assisted tools, and BugBash, a hands-on security challenge.

KICRF 2026 will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, product demonstrations, workshops, analytical reports, startup pitches, and extensive networking opportunities. A dedicated expo will connect Ukrainian and international companies and startups, promoting collaboration in cybersecurity, AI, and dual-use technologies. Participants can expect live demonstrations, expert consultations, and opportunities to establish partnerships with both public and private sector stakeholders.

Organizers describe the event as a global platform to accelerate cyber innovation while reinforcing Ukraine’s defense capabilities, highlighting the country’s leadership in resilience and digital security amid contemporary security challenges.