Can Europe and Canada Build a More Sovereign Digital Future? – with Daniel Blanc

Cybersecurity doesn't stop at national borders. Neither should cooperation.

As Europe and Canada work towards greater digital sovereignty, how can international partnerships help strengthen cybersecurity and resilience? In this episode of “The Wild Ride Through Security”, Manuel Bohé speaks with Daniel Blanc, Director General and Ambassador-at-Large of INCYBER Forum Canada, about the evolving cybersecurity landscape, technological dependencies and the importance of international cooperation.

Together, they explore the challenges of building sovereign technologies, new opportunities for European and Canadian companies and the role of emerging technologies such as AI and quantum computing. They also look ahead to INCYBER Forum Canada 2026 in Ottawa, discussing international partnerships, critical infrastructure and the growing connection between cybersecurity and modern defence.

Digital sovereignty is about more than reducing technological dependencies. It requires trusted partnerships, long-term investment and international collaboration. As cybersecurity challenges become increasingly interconnected, cooperation between countries, businesses and security experts is essential to building lasting resilience.

Concepture will be at INCYBER Forum Canada in Ottawa from 1 to 3 December 2026. Visit us at Booth 826.

Daniel Blanc already joined Holger Berens in our InCyber Forum special series to talk about resilience and cooperation between Canada and Europe: Cybersecurity Beyond Borders: Lessons from Canada and Europe

🎙️ About our guest: Daniel Blanc is the Director General and Ambassador-at-Large of INCYBER Forum Canada and leads Wisdom Global Security. With nearly four decades of military experience, including roles at NATO and Canadian Armed Forces Cyber Command, he brings extensive expertise in cybersecurity, defence and international cooperation.

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