Historic Achievement in Cybersecurity
The Moroccan team, known as 'Teammate', has emerged victorious in the second edition of the Cyber Games and Digital Security Challenge, with the final events concluding on Thursday in Marrakech. This prestigious competition was organized by the Council of Europe, INTERPOL, the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN), and the General Directorate for Information System Security (DGSSI). Notably, this marks the first time the event has been held on the African continent, a move that acknowledges the significant commitment of African nations in the global fight against cybercrime and the increasing importance of international cooperation in this domain across the world.
During the event, Virgil Spiridon, Head of the Cybercrime Programs Office at the Council of Europe, emphasized that this occasion provided a vital opportunity to strengthen international collaboration in combating cybercrime. He expressed his gratitude to the Moroccan authorities for hosting this significant event, which brought together cybercrime and digital forensics experts from over 50 countries. He noted that the competition, held from May 19 to 21, fostered information sharing, knowledge exchange, and networking among professionals in the field, highlighting that such initiatives significantly enhance global efforts against cybercrime.
Boosting Skills and International Cooperation
Spiridon also commended the dedication of the teams from the Council of Europe and INTERPOL that supported this second edition, which was characterized by teamwork and passion. He expressed confidence that this experience would mark the beginning of increased commitment to skill development and the strengthening of international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime. Meanwhile, Leïla Zouine, the DGSN's Deputy Commissioner and Head of the New Technology Crime Unit, as well as Vice President of INTERPOL's Global Cybercrime Expert Group (GEMC), celebrated the success of the Cyber Games and Digital Security Challenge. She noted that this edition allowed participants to evaluate and enhance their skills across various areas related to cybersecurity and digital forensics.
Zouine remarked that the competition provided participants with valuable opportunities to develop their investigative abilities and digital expertise, including cryptocurrency tracing and responses to cyber incidents. She also expressed pride in the Moroccan team for their outstanding performance, which reflects the high level of national skills in the fight against cybercrime. This edition attracted the best candidates from nearly 400 participants who underwent an online pre-selection process, showcasing the global interest in this event and its relevance across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Over the span of three days, participants worked in teams on realistic investigative scenarios, honing their skills through practical problem-solving exercises and team challenges that spanned multiple disciplines and emphasized collaboration.
As reported by lareleve.ma.
