AI x Cybersecurity Challenge Showcases AI Innovations in Cyber Defense

• •The AI x Cybersecurity Challenge attracted 290 teams, showcasing global interest in AI applications.
• •Finalists used AI to identify vulnerabilities in a simulated environment during the competition.
• •The event aims to strengthen Hong Kong's cybersecurity capabilities and foster international collaboration.

The inaugural AI x Cybersecurity Challenge took place on August 23, 2026, in Hong Kong, organized by multiple institutions including the Digital Policy Office and the Chinese Academy of Cyberspace Studies. The event attracted 290 teams from various regions, with 40 teams competing in the final round. Participants utilized AI algorithms to identify vulnerabilities in a simulated environment. The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, emphasized the dual role of AI in both creating and defending against cyber threats. The challenge aims to enhance Hong Kong's cybersecurity standards and foster collaboration in the field. Future initiatives include cyber-attack-and-defence drills and participation in the China Cybersecurity Week. The DPO plans to continue raising public awareness and improving cybersecurity through various activities.