Phoenix Summit Focuses on Cyber Resilience

The five-day Phoenix Summit 2026 commenced on Tuesday, June 23, with a series of intensive cybersecurity workshops aimed at strengthening Bangladesh’s cybersecurity capabilities and enhancing the country’s digital resilience.

Organized by The Team Phoenix Group (TTPG), powered by BRAC Bank PLC, the summit has brought together government policymakers, technology leaders, academics, cybersecurity professionals, researchers, students, and international experts.

Held under the theme “Closing the Cyber Gap in Emerging Economies,” the first phase of the summit features specialized technical workshops at the Institution of Agriculturists Bangladesh (IAB), running through June 25. The sessions are being conducted daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

According to the organizers, participants will receive hands-on training in cyber defense, security management, and strategies for addressing modern technological challenges.

One of the key attractions of the summit is the “Practical Cyber Investigation” workshop, organized in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA). The session is being led by Adli Wahid, Senior Internet Security Specialist at Australia-based APNIC. Invited representatives from law enforcement agencies and government Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) organizations are participating in the workshop.

ASM Shamim Reza, Founder and Chief of Research at The Team Phoenix Group, said, “Cybersecurity is now a national priority. It is directly linked to the country’s stability, economic security, and digital sovereignty. Phoenix Summit 2026 will serve as a collaborative platform for strengthening Bangladesh’s cybersecurity ecosystem.”

He further noted that more than 10,000 participants are expected to engage in the five-day event.

Following the workshop phase, the main conference will be held on June 26 and 27 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center (BCFCC). The conference will feature sessions on cyber defense, offensive security, emerging technologies, team exercises, fellowship programs, expert panel discussions, and technology exhibitions.

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