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‘Quad Cyber Challenge’ Returns: Find Out How It Aims to Improve Cyber Hygiene and Build Future Cyber Leaders
The Quad nations — India, the US, Australia, and Japan — have announced the continuation of their joint initiative, the ‘Quad Cyber Challenge,’ aimed at promoting cybersecurity education and strengthening a skilled workforce. The initiative includes cybersecurity workshops, career development discussions, and efforts to improve cyber hygiene across all participating countries.
In a collective effort to enhance global cybersecurity awareness, the Quad countries—India, the United States, Australia, and Japan—have announced the continuation of their ‘Quad Cyber Challenge’ initiative. First launched in February 2023, this challenge is designed to promote responsible cyber habits, enhance cybersecurity education, and build a strong, skilled workforce to defend against increasing cyber threats.
This year’s theme focuses on cybersecurity education and workforce development, as emphasized in a joint statement from the Quad nations. As part of the initiative, workshops and outreach programs will be conducted to engage students, young professionals, and the public, encouraging the adoption of secure online practices.
India, through its National Cyber Security Coordinator, will deliver a message on ‘Cyber Swachhta Abhiyaan’ (Cyber Hygiene Campaign) during Cyber Security Awareness Month. This campaign aims to teach the importance of cyber hygiene to students and faculty members across the country. Meanwhile, the United States hosted an event at the White House on October 10, bringing together officials from all Quad nations to discuss the initiative. The event emphasized the importance of youth talent in cybersecurity and highlighted the need for educational pathways that could lead to careers in this critical field.
In Japan, cybersecurity experts from the National Center of Incident Readiness shared insights into the opportunities and challenges within the cybersecurity industry, with special video messages aimed at motivating the younger generation to pursue cybersecurity careers. Australia will also host an event later this month, with senior high school students and key officials participating in a session on the significance of cyber careers and the protection of digital infrastructures.
This multi-nation initiative is seen as a significant step in ensuring that all four countries remain well-equipped to handle the growing challenges of the digital age. It also underscores the importance of international collaboration in developing a resilient cyber ecosystem to safeguard individuals, businesses, and governments from online threats.
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