With the advancement of quantum computing and AI technology, the risk of cybersecurity and privacy breaches has also increased. As the world awaits the arrival of 6G, researchers and industry are working together to achieve the evolution of security and privacy for next-generation networks.

Led by UCD NetsLab, a new EU-funded global consortium ‘ENSURE 6G’ brings together 15 industry and academic partners from Europe, Asia, and South America to tackle the growing challenges of security and privacy in Beyond 5G (B5G) and 6G networks.

The project will focus on key use cases, including safeguarding autonomous vehicles, drones, and smart cities, while mitigating risks associated with new user devices. Leveraging UCD’s leading-edge expertise and research infrastructure, ENSURE 6G is poised to set new benchmarks for security and privacy in the telecommunications landscape and establish the EU as a global leader in tackling 6G security and privacy challenges, including risks from emerging devices and applications.

Furthermore, the project is funded under Horizon Europe Pillar 1 as a Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Staff Exchange network, providing for deep knowledge exchange, training and development, and capacity building in B5G and 6G security and privacy.

Director of UCD NetsLab and Coordinator of ENSURE-6G, Associate Professor Madhusanka Liyanage said: "ENSURE-6G is a critical step forward in developing secure, resilient telecommunications infrastructures for the future. By addressing both cyber and physical threats, this project ensures safer adoption of 6G technologies while supporting innovation and collaboration across borders."

Learn more about ENSURE 6G and sign up for news updates from the project at https://ensure-6g.eu/.