Ljubljana, Slovenia – The INTERCEPT project, launched earlier this year to strengthen cross-border cybersecurity cooperation between Slovenia and Croatia, held its first plenary meeting 17 – 18 October in Ljubljana. Organized by project coordinator T-2 d.o.o., the two-day event gathered all project partners to review progress, align on technical developments, and plan the next phase of activities.
Following the successful kickoff meeting in February 2025, this plenary marked another important milestone for the consortium, beginning with the first day of discussions where partners provided updates on Work Packages 2 and 3, including the development of AI-based architecture frameworks, data normalization and anonymization processes, aggregation points, and the first components of the Threat Sharing Platform (TSP).These discussions supported the plenary’s goal of reviewing progress and aligning next steps, with special attention devoted to the setup of the development environment, integration with SOC tools, and the creation of user interfaces and APIs.
On the second day, the focus shifted to Work Package 4, which covers data integration, phishing detection tools, and the implementation of additional AI features. Discussions also included Work Package 6, covering communication, dissemination, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement. These activities will play a crucial role in raising awareness, engaging stakeholders across borders, and ensuring the uptake of project results.
Throughout the two days, partners exchanged experiences, identified risks, and discussed mitigation strategies. Special recognition goes to the Project Coordinator (T-2 d.o.o.) for successfully organizing the plenary meeting, and appreciation goes to all partners for the strong engagement and commitment demonstrated during the two days of discussions. Thanks to this collective effort, the collaborative format enabled the consortium to review ongoing work, agree on next steps, and reaffirm their shared commitment to building a resilient cross-border cybersecurity ecosystem.
With the first plenary now completed, the INTERCEPT consortium enters the next phase of technical development and stakeholder engagement. Significant work will be carried out in the technical work packages, use cases will be defined, and capacity building activities such as workshops and webinars will be emphasized. The project continues to build on its mission to enhance the capacities of Security Operations Centers (SOCs) in Slovenia and Croatia while fostering cross-border collaboration that contributes to a safer digital future for all.
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