European Space Cybersecurity Hackathon

​Europe’s first-ever Space Cybersecurity Hackathon, uniting top space institutions, cybersecurity and telecom experts, satellite engineers, ethical hackers, and trailblazing startups to tackle the toughest challenges in satellite security — and build practical software solutions within 24 hours — to protect Europe’s satellites, GPS, and telecom networks from cyberattacks, fortifying defenses in space and on Earth.

​When: October 17-18, 2025

​Where: Madrid Digitaliza (calle Embajadores, 181, Madrid, Spain)

​For whom:

• ​Satellite engineers looking to apply their technical expertise to real-world cybersecurity threats.

• ​Cybersecurity professionals and ethical hackers eager to test their skills against complex, space-specific challenges.

• ​Telecom experts aiming to secure the critical infrastructure that powers Europe’s communications.

• ​Startups and tech pioneers ready to disrupt the status quo with bold, practical solutions.

• ​Space agencies, defense stakeholders, and academic researchers committed to advancing the resilience of Europe’s space assets.

​If you're driven to protect the future of satellite communications, GPS networks, and critical space systems, and you thrive under pressure to deliver working software in just 24 hours — this is your mission.

​Agenda: https://www.thesign.media/blog/europes-space-cybersecurity-hackathon-lands-in-madrid