Athene

Overview

Athene is a German educational institution founded in 2019, operating within the Colleges and Universities sector. With an employee size ranging from 201 to 500, the organization focuses on advancing knowledge in cybersecurity through research and education. A notable publication from Athene is a whitepaper titled "Cyber Resilience Act Risk Management Recommendations," which addresses the implementation of risk management under the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). This document discusses the legal framework established by the CRA, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity standards for products with digital elements in the EU market. It emphasizes the importance of addressing cybersecurity risks, which arise from technical vulnerabilities and evolving threats in interconnected digital environments. The whitepaper is supported by funding from the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space, as well as the Hessian Ministry of Science and Research, Arts and Culture, and is part of the European Commission’s Digital Europe Programme. Athene’s work in this area reflects its commitment to contributing to the field of cybersecurity education and research.

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