Overview of the Yucatán Cybersecurity 2025 Forum
Yucatán is taking a leading role in digital protection by launching the first Yucatán Cybersecurity 2025 Forum. This event will feature participation from companies such as Google, Intel, and CheckPoint, along with local universities through workshops, conferences, and competitions aimed at strengthening human talent and digital sovereignty.
Event Details
- Free event
- Dates: October 8 and 9
- Location: Centro de Convenciones Yucatán Siglo XXI
The Yucatecos Cybersecurity 2025 Forum, organized by the State Secretariat for Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation (SECIHTI), aligns with Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena’s vision of a Mayan renaissance. The goal is to establish Yucatán as the most cyber-secure state in Mexico. The forum will gather over 1,000 daily attendees to discuss digital security challenges and opportunities in Mexico and the world.
Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges
Geovanna Campos Vázquez, Secretary of SECIHTI, emphasized Yucatán’s national security standing but acknowledged the transnational nature of cybercrime. She highlighted that Mexico ranks second in Latin America for the number of cyberattacks, with over 80,000 attempts blocked in 2024 alone. These statistics underscore the importance of safeguarding Yucatán’s security in the digital realm.
Key Participants
Notable attendees at the event’s presentation included:
- Carlos Andrés Rebellón Villán, Director of Government Affairs for Mexico
- Diego Flores Jiménez, Head of the Electronic and Digital Industry sector in the Secretariat of Economy
- Emmanuel Cortez González, General Director of International Affairs
- Miguel Hernández y López, Country Manager of CheckPoint
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Yucatán Cybersecurity 2025 Forum? It’s an international event aimed at strengthening digital sovereignty and human talent through workshops, conferences, and competitions.
- Who is participating in the forum? Companies like Google, Intel, and CheckPoint, along with local universities.
- Why is this forum important for Yucatán? To establish Yucatán as the most cyber-secure state in Mexico and address the growing challenges of cybercrime.
- Who are the key participants in the event’s presentation? Carlos Andrés Rebellón Villán, Diego Flores Jiménez, Emmanuel Cortez González, and Miguel Hernández y López.
