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AI-CYBERSECURITY ESSAY PRIZE COMPETITION

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Application Deadline: 2 January 2025, 00:00 am CET.

LOCATION: Germany

Munich Security Conference (MSC) and Binding Hook proudly announce the AI-Cybersecurity Essay Prize Competition, inviting experts to explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on cybersecurity. This competition seeks insightful analyses on the implications for Europe and recommendations for policymakers, with an opportunity for winners to be recognized at an international forum.

ELIGIBILITY:

Essay Question: “How will Artificial Intelligence change cybersecurity, and what are the implications for Europe? Discuss potential strategies that policymakers can adopt to navigate these changes.”

The competition is open to experts in cybersecurity and AI from any part of the world. All submissions must be in English.

They only accept single-authored submissions.

There is no fee to enter the AI-Cybersecurity Essay Prize Competition.

Each participant may submit only one entry for the competition. Multiple submissions from the same participant will not be accepted.

This competition invites researchers in cybersecurity and AI to put forward their perspectives on this crucial issue. A particular emphasis is placed on understanding the consequences for Europe, urging participants to delve into how these technological shifts affect European security and policy.

Winners will not only receive a monetary reward but also have their work published on Binding Hook, Virtual Routes’ platform for technology and security, and be celebrated at the 2025 Munich Security Conference (February 14-16, 2025).

BENEFIT:

The prizes for the top essays are as follows:

1st Place: €10,000

Runner-Up: €5,000

3rd Place: €2,500

4th-5th Places: €1,000

The author of the winning essay will be invited to attend the 2025 Munich Security Conference (February 13-16, 2025), where they will be honored at the award ceremony. This presents a unique opportunity to stand in the global spotlight, engaging with leaders and innovators from various sectors and sharing insights on the pivotal role of AI in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, Scholarships

EPSRC AND SWANSEA UNIVERSITY PHD SCHOLARSHIP: EXPLAINABLE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPUTING RESEARCH

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Application Deadline: 13th January 2025

LOCATION: United Kingdom

The Artificial Intelligence computing for the discovery of the governing knowledge of real-world systems is important. This PhD studentship offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of Machine Learning and Knowledge Discovery. The successful candidate will work on this innovative project advancing the frontiers of this exciting field. This project could lead to Artificial Intelligence computing breakthroughs impacting data-intensive applications.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants for PhD MUST hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in Computer Science, Mathematics or a closely related discipline, or an appropriate master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University).

As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.

Applicants should have:

A strong background in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning and Knowledge Discovery computing.

Research passion for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Knowledge Discovery computing.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent computer solution research, development, evaluation skills.

Excellent academic writing skills.

English Language:

IELTS 6.5 Overall (with no individual component below 6.0) or Swansea University recognised equivalent. Full details of our English Language policy, including certificate time validity, can be found here.

As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.

BENEFIT:

This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend at £19,237.

Additional research expenses of up to £1,000 will also be available.

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