The ACTING project, in which the European Software Institute (ESI) is a partner, completed a platform demonstration and hands-on cyber-defence training on 21 October 2026 at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus.
The event brought together 19 participants from the Cyprus Ministry of Defence and the National Guard of Cyprus. They used the ACTING platform and its federated cyber ranges to practise cybersecurity operations, incident response and collaborative cyber-defence through realistic simulated scenarios.
The training began with tabletop exercises introducing the scenarios, threats and possible responses. Participants then put their knowledge into practice on the platform, before completing knowledge-reinforcement and self-assessment activities. The programme demonstrated how connected cyber ranges can support joint cyber-defence training across Europe.
KIOS organised the event in collaboration with ACTING partners. The project thanked Starion (part of Sopra Steria), Enlayer, Eight Bells Ltd, NAVAL GROUP, Law and Internet Foundation and Sidroco Holdings Ltd for their involvement, and the participating defence organisations for their contributions.
ACTING is developing an advanced European platform and network of cybersecurity training and exercises centres under the European Defence Fund.
Learn more about the ACTING project.
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