The Binter Institutional Cybersecurity Chair at the University of La Laguna (ULL) will hold its annual awards ceremony for the best Bachelor's and Master's theses on Friday, November 13th. The event, which will take place in the Auditorium of the Higher School of Engineering and Technology (ESIT) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, will also serve as a forum for analyzing current issues in the sector through a special roundtable discussion.

The official ceremony will begin with formal recognition of students and graduates whose academic work has stood out for its innovation, technical rigor, and applicability in the fields of data protection, cryptography, and cybersecurity. These awards reaffirm the joint commitment of the University of La Laguna (ULL) and Binter to fostering technological vocations and showcasing young talent in the Canary Islands.

Following the awards ceremony, the day will continue with a round table discussion featuring six renowned professionals and leading figures in the cybersecurity and digital transformation ecosystem:

• Clemente Barreto Pestana, specialist in the digital security and infrastructure sector of the TENERIFE ISLAND COUNCIL.
• Francisco Luis Benítez, specialist in strategic innovation and digital ecosystems at FIDESOL.
• Jaime Álvarez Menéndez, professional expert in cybersecurity and incident management at BINTER SISTEMAS.
• Javier Morales Comalat, consultant and expert in technological risk management at ISDEFE.
• Josep Albors, renowned Director of Research and Awareness at ESET SPAIN.
• Selva Orejón, technological judicial expert and executive director of ONBRANDING.

The debate will be jointly moderated by Héctor Reboso Morales, Director of Binter Sistemas, and Pino Caballero Gil, Director of the Binter Cybersecurity Chair and the CryptULL Cryptology research group. The speakers will address, from their respective professional perspectives, emerging global threats, the need to retain specialized talent, and the role of the Canary Islands as a hub for innovation in cybersecurity.

Attendance at the event is free until the ESIT Auditorium reaches capacity.