Advens, a leader in the cybersecurity sector, is actively committed to protecting the digital infrastructure of public and private sector organizations, which are increasingly vulnerable to cyber-attacks due to their dependence on digital technology. With a strong presence in France and an international outlook, Advens is bringing its expertise to Italy, led by Alessandro Rossi, CEO of Advens Italy.

Alessandro Rossi, whom we will be interviewing today, brings extensive experience in cybersecurity architecture and a passion for digital security. He is spearheading Advens' entry into the Italian market. His goals extend beyond just corporate growth; he aims to raise awareness among public administrations and large enterprises about the importance of a secure and conscious digital transition.

With over twenty years of experience gained at Leonardo, where he led the "Business Area ICT Secure Infrastructure," Rossi managed the design, implementation, and oversight of crucial activities for infrastructure and environmental security, involving a team of approximately 600 professionals. At Advens Italy, he is committed to strengthening the security of Italian companies and promoting a widespread culture of cybersecurity. His drive for ambition, self-confidence, and innovation are key to guiding Advens Italy on a long-term journey.

Today we are pleased to introduce Amelia Tomasicchio, an expert in digital marketing, co-founder and director of Cryptonomist. She has launched two NFT projects called The NFT Magazine and Cryppo and has written a book on NFTs for Mondadori. She handles Italian PR for the crypto exchange Bitget and has been a writer for several foreign crypto magazines, as well as CMO of the Swiss company Eidoo.
She is the co-founder of The Cryptonomist, an online daily that she also serves as editorial director for, which covers the latest news in blockchain and cryptocurrencies and now attracts half a million visits a month.

Today we have the pleasure of introducing Stefan Umit Uygur, CEO of DECTAR. Uygur is an evangelist for Free Open Source Software and is committed to changing the public perception of hackers, promoting the values of ethics and freedom that characterize them. He boasts considerable experience in Linux system administration, penetration testing, system security, vulnerability management, and the development of data centers and technological infrastructures, both cloud and on-premise.

During his career, Uygur has served in prestigious companies such as Sun Microsystems, Oracle, Amaya, Amazon AWS, and First Derivatives. He has contributed his technical expertise to the Italian Ministry of Justice and served as a government advisor during the XIV Legislature led by Romano Prodi. Among his most influential initiatives is the co-authorship of the law "Free Software in Public Administration and Government Structures", drafted for the chairman of the culture committee of the Chamber of Deputies, Hon. Pietro Folena. Uygur is also the author of "Penetration Testing with BackBox."

 In 2017, he founded DECTAR in Dublin, a cybersecurity company that brought to life ACSIA SOS™, which we will discuss today. It is an advanced cybersecurity system with a detection engine that anticipates, blocks, and neutralizes up to 98% of threats. It utilizes customized Sigma Rules for constant monitoring of known and unknown cyber threats, ensuring security and compliance. In 2022, he launched - together with three partners with whom he shares the vision, development model, and approach to cybersecurity - Muscope Cybersecurity Srl in Milan, which developed CYSR, a risk assessment and rating platform for businesses.

In addition to leading these two innovative entities, Uygur plays a significant role on the National Advisory Board for Cybersecurity of the Irish government and works as a consultant with national cybersecurity agencies of various countries, including Israel, the United States, and the United Kingdom, confirming his role as a leader in the field of cybersecurity.

Ireland, with its entrepreneurial zeal and innovation capacity, has fostered a unique and conducive ecosystem for startups, with a special focus on the cybersecurity sector. Central to this growth and development have been the efforts of Enterprise Ireland, the governmental organization dedicated to the development and growth of Irish businesses in global markets. They provide not just essential financial resources but also work alongside companies to help them start, grow, and innovate. A recent PitchBook report has highlighted their pivotal role, ranking them as the leading domestic venture capital investor in Europe.

In 2022, Enterprise Ireland supported a remarkable 161 startups, with half of them located outside of Dublin. As a clear sign of diversity and inclusion, over a third of these startups were led by women. These figures are a testament to the organization's dedication and commitment to nurturing and supporting new businesses, not just in the capital but across the entire country.

Moreover, Ireland has become a benchmark in the cybersecurity landscape. In addition to being home to the top five global security software companies, Ireland boasts a 'Triple Helix' ecosystem that combines talent, innovation, and trust. This translates into a collaboration among businesses, academia, and government, all uniting to cooperate and solve problems. The nation hosts over 500 companies offering cybersecurity products or services, and these companies generated a revenue of €2 billion in 2021.

The office of Enterprise Ireland in Milan helps Italian companies to find relevant Irish technology partners and suppliers. The support they give to Italian entrepreneurs willing to start a business in Ireland is provided directly from their HQ in Ireland.

The following interview with Kevin Buckley Senior Development Advisor Ireland from Enterprise Ireland and Board Member of Cyber Ireland, offers an opportunity to delve deeply into the successes, challenges, and future prospects of Ireland in the startup sector, outlining Ireland as a hub for cybersecurity and solutions for the future.

Many times, the role of a CISO is thought to be purely technical, involving logic and procedures. Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing a professional who combines the well-known qualities of a CISO with a rich background of experience and passion, as well as creativity, a fundamental trait for solving problems in a complex and diverse environment.

Leonardo Casubolo, CISO for Burckhardt Compression AG, began his career as a video game developer and then delved into the field of cybersecurity, defining his specialization in this area. His experience, combined with in-depth knowledge of the field, illustrates how multifaceted and dynamic this profession is and how the role of CISO will become increasingly crucial in the near future.