31/10/2026
The Bangsamoro Information and Communications Technology Office (BICTO) successfully held the 1st BARMM Cybersecurity Conference 2026 on October 29, 2026, at KCC Mall of Cotabato, Cotabato City, as part of the 1st BARMM Cybersecurity Month celebration, with the theme “CYBER BARMM 2026: Building Cyber Resilience, Securing a Safer Digital Region.”
The conference brought together representatives from government agencies, LGUs, academic institutions, private organizations, and cybersecurity professionals to promote cybersecurity awareness, share knowledge, and strengthen collaboration in addressing emerging cyber threats.
RACU-BAR Chief PCOL RAINIER P. DIAZ emphasized the critical role of law enforcement in combating cybercrime and ensuring digital safety, underscoring the importance of proactive cybercrime prevention, public awareness, inter-agency cooperation, and preparedness in addressing emerging cyber threats. He also highlighted the need to protect personal information, government systems, and digital infrastructure through strengthened law enforcement capabilities, effective cybercrime response, and collective vigilance as communities become increasingly dependent on digital technologies.
The event featured expert presentations, technology exhibits from seven partner organizations, and a panel discussion on strengthening cybersecurity and digital resilience in the Bangsamoro region. Topics included cybercrime prevention, dark web monitoring, fraud prevention, data protection, and emerging cybersecurity threats.
Overall, the conference marked an important milestone in BICTO's efforts to strengthen cybersecurity education, institutional preparedness, and partnerships among government, private-sector, and academic stakeholders toward building a safer, more secure, and digitally resilient Bangsamoro region.
