Programme

The Heliview employees will welcome you to the conference in Van der Valk Hotel **** in Mechelen. Parking at Parking Keerdok is accessible from the N16 via a direct exit lane. Via the bicycle and pedestrian bridge, you get to the Van der Valk hotel just a 2-minute walk away. The address to reach Parking Keerdok is Antonia Wolversstraat 1, Mechelen.

Of course the coffee or tea is ready for you!

Erik is actively engaged in several professional activities. As such he founded TrustCore.EU, he executed several assignments private and public sector (European Commission, Federal Government, Flemish Government, Euroclear, Infrabel,  Electrabel, BPost, ENISA, etc). Currently his main focusses are on the topics of Openbanking and Security Architecture at BNP Paribas Fortis as well as the wide topic of the new Trust Regulation en the European Digital Identity Wallet in collaboration with the EU Member States.

In his spare time, Erik is also Topic Leader “Security Architecture Management” at Solvay Brussels School and a member of the Vlaamse Toezichtcommissie (Flemish DPA). With his knowledge and experience, Erik is the ideal person to guide the conference as chair of the day

This keynote offers a practical, experience-based account of our ongoing NIS2 implementation journey within a company undergoing significant structural change. It’s a candid reflection on our current progress, the challenges we continue to face, and the lessons we are still learning. We’ll cover key aspects, including initial assessment and stakeholder engagement, planning and pitfalls, navigating registration, and our evolving understanding of the core challenges and opportunities. Our implementation is a continuous learning process, and this presentation will honestly address the difficulties encountered, the adjustments made, and the insights gained. So come and join us in discussing concrete implementation of NIS2!

Cyber threat intelligence is crucial for Belgian industries as it helps in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential cyber risks. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, understanding these threats is essential for proactive defense. It allows businesses to anticipate vulnerabilities and respond effectively to evolving tactics used by cybercriminals. By leveraging cyber threat intelligence, Belgian companies can protect sensitive data, maintain operational continuity, and ensure compliance with international cybersecurity standards. In a rapidly digitalizing world, staying ahead of cyber threats is vital for safeguarding one’s organization. Come and listen to the insights that CyTRIS will share with you all!

Enjoy fresh coffee, tea and snacks on the network square, such as kako Cream, lactose-free Panna cotta, chocolate brownies and fresh fruit. The first one-to-one meetings will take place.

Every 2 years, Beltug, together with several of its partners, collects information on the views and trends in the Belgian B2B market. The 2025 version questioned more than 1000 organisations and included compliance and security. Join this duo presentation by Levi and Stijn who is a Member of the Beltug Security Taskforce and CISO at De Lijn for this interactive session where you will learn about the findings and join a discussion on what it means in practice. Has compliance also positive aspects? What does it mean for resilience when more organisations declare to have a cyber incident response plan? And what about the smaller organisations relying almost completely on their cloud supplier for their cloud security? During this session, you will also be invited to provide your views.

In the face of evolving threat landscape, it is no longer a matter of if you are targeted by threat actors but rather when you are targeted.
This fact is further amplified by the pervasive use of AI across various digital platforms today. So, in this unpredictable era, how can organisations set themselves up to survive and thrive even after a cyber attack?
This session will focus on how to implement zero trust principles with ease and speed to ensure critical business operations can continue during and after a cyber incident

The session will cover:

• Rethinking cyber resilience in favour of ease of operationalisation
• Key considerations for an effective defence-in-depth strategy
• Insights for CISOs and security managers
• Pragmatic steps on business continuity through an adaptive security posture

In this session we will explore together with our experts the increasingly accelerating use of AI in business. As such, participants can understand the reality some are already facing and others will most probably soon be facing. Next, we will explore the regulatory context by discussing the AI Act and what legal guardrails Europe proposes to keep European citizens safe and why this is needed.  In addition, we invited security experts that worked on a framework to help security specialists to assess their organization’s mature and risks and build a security program For their AI-activities. This session will be in roundtable-mode allowing extra space to really engage with the speakers as well as all the participants in the room.

During lunch our chef serves various bowls with bulgur, sweet potato or greek pasta with toppings such as salmon, crusted chicken, grilled halloumi, caviar of smoked eggplant, grilled green asparagus, edamame, sundried tomatoes and more. To end your meal you can choose a healthy dessert bowl, low in fat and sugar.

In today’s digital era, AI has revolutionized many aspects of our lives, but it has also opened new avenues for consumer fraud. This presentation by Alexandre Pluvinage, Head of Fraud and Online Security Awareness at ING Belgium will explore how AI is being exploited to deceive consumers, the types of fraud emerging, and the impact on individuals and businesses. We’ll also discuss strategies to protect against these sophisticated threats and ensure a safer digital marketplace. Join us to understand the challenges and solutions in combating consumer fraud in the age of AI. (note : this text has been created by AI).

This forward-looking presentation explores the evolving cybersecurity landscape through the lens of geopolitical dynamics and emerging technologies. Drawing from ENISA’s threat intelligence framework, Rayna’s talk examines how artificial intelligence and cyber warfare capabilities are reshaping national security paradigms. Key focus areas include the convergence of state-sponsored cyber operations with commercial threats, the weaponisation of emerging technologies, and the transformation of critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

The presentation offfers strategic insights into preparing for future cyber challenges while highlighting the importance of international cooperation in building cyber resilience. Special attention will be given to the European cybersecurity posture and its role in shaping global cyber defense strategies towards 2030.

Enjoy the afternoon break at the network square with a sweet treat such as creme brûlée, tiramisu, strawberries with praline and fresh fruits. The last one-to-one meetings will take place, meet colleagues, peers and speakers and share your gained knowledge!

Accelerating developments in the field of quantum computing will bring disruptive challenges to cybersecurity. Organizations will need to adapt to the risk posed by quantum computers, which will have the potential to break many of the cryptographic systems that we rely on today and that are nested largely and deeply in our infrastructure. We are at risk already right now, as encrypted communications are stored by attackers to be decrypted years later with quantum computers (aka “store-now-decrypt-later attack”). Migration to quantum-safe solutions is inevitable. National governments are urging the industries to prepare for “Post-Quantum Cryptography”. In this roundtable, we will objectivate the risk and discuss strategies. What is the sense of urgency? Is your company developing a policy and mobilizing teams? How to conduct a diagnosis? How to implement for crypto-agility? How to plan for migration? What about the supply chain risk? Join this roundtable together with your peers to gain new insights and to prepare for resilience against evolving cyber threats.

All of us have heard and read enough about NIS2 Directive and Cyber Security Act  and Cyber Resilience Act. But what do these regulations really mean in practice? Where and how do they really apply?   Next to be compliant, how can we use it to showcase our organization’s professionalism both at organizational level and at product level when you are a provider? Where and how can you use it as some “level of guarantee” as a consumer of services or products? As to get out of theory, we invited some experts of BARCO who have and are working on all of these fronts and to allow to hear their views and practical experience.  I addition, this session will be in roundtable-mode allowing extra space to really engage with the speakers as well as all the participants in the roundtable.

We end the day in an appropriate manner while enjoying a drink, appetizers and finger food. Have informal discussions with colleagues, peers, partners and speakers.