The “Cybersecurity workshop for families!” event in Gyömrő was a success
On May 11, 2024, the "Cybersecurity workshop for families!" event was held in the spirit of digital safety at the Hankó István Arts Center in Gyömrő, where numerous families participated in this informative and interactive program.
The event began at 09:00 with the reception of guests, followed by the official opening by Vice Mayor Réka Molnárné Török and welcoming remarks by Head Organizer Zoltán Márton. Throughout the day, various valuable presentations were delivered, addressing the challenges of the digital age and modern strategies for defending against cyberspace threats.
Dr. György Eigner (Dean) and Szandra Anna Laczi (Cybersecurity Expert) focused their presentation on the responsible use of ChatGPT and the protection of digital identity. Meanwhile, Project Coordinator Zoltán Márton and Game Developer Sándor Kirchhof emphasized the importance of security awareness through the world of Minecraft and gamification. The first session concluded with a presentation by Prof. Dr. Zoltán Rajnai, Hungary’s Cyber Coordinator, on preventing and managing online child abuse and fending off various internet and telephone phishing scams.
Following a coffee break, the program continued with further presentations. Sergeant Zsolt József Balogh spoke about crime prevention strategies and the “Gondosóra” (Caring watch) program, while Forensic Expert Tamás Fülöp directed attention to computer crimes and their prevention.
The event was enriched not only by lectures but also by practical workshops where participants received direct advice from cybersecurity experts. Specialists from the Pest County Police Headquarters, Obuda University, and the Hungarian Cybersecurity Cluster were also present.
The “Cybersecurity Workshop for Families!” event was organized by Obuda University, the Pest County Police Headquarters, the Hungarian Cybersecurity Cluster, the Municipality of Gyömrő, the Researchers’ Night program series, and the Hankó István Arts Center.
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