COcyber Deliverable 6.1 Synergies with existing initiatives

This public deliverable is part of the COcyber Work Package (WP) 6 Synergies with existing initiatives, exploitation and sustainability. COcyber is a two-year initiative supported by the European Commission and European Cybersecurity Competence Centre to foster the collaboration of civilian and defence cybersecurity sectors. Abstract This report examines the strategic and operational synergies between the COcyber project and a diverse range of European cybersecurity initiatives. As part of Work Package 6, this report identifies 20 relevant projects and policy efforts within the frameworks of the Digital Europe Programme, Horizon Europe, and defence-oriented schemes, assessing their alignment with COcyber’s objectives. The deliverable classifies these initiatives into key thematic clusters, including dual-use technology development, cyber resilience, regulatory alignment, knowledge transfer, and stakeholder engagement. It analyses the nature and scope of potential collaborations, maps existing interactions. It outlines a roadmap for sustained joint activities, such as co-hosted events, data and platform interoperability, and policy convergence initiatives. Additionally, the report addresses challenges like fragmented governance, data sharing limitations, and timeline misalignments. It concludes with recommendations for deepening collaboration through structured frameworks, expanding outreach, and creating enduring multi-project partnerships. Disclaimer The COcyber project, funded under Grant Agreement No. 101158606, is supported by the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre and is funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Cybersecurity Competence Centre. Neither of these two organisations can be held responsible for them. The contents of this deliverable are presented for informational purposes only and are subject to the pending approval of the European Commission (EC). The information, data, and conclusions presented herein may be revised or modified following review and approval by the European Commission. Recipients of this document are advised that any actions, decisions, or reliance on the information provided should be exercised with caution until the final approval from the European Commission is obtained. The authors and distributors of this deliverable shall not be held liable for any consequences arising from the use of information that has not yet received official European Commission approval.