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.