CREST Asia Highlights from 2024
As we look back on 2024, CREST Asia proudly reflects on the many impactful initiatives and events we supported throughout the region. From fostering partnerships with governments and regulators to engaging with cyber leaders and professionals, we have worked tirelessly to strengthen cyber security standards and grow our vibrant community. Our Asia Council has been instrumental in guiding these efforts, and we extend our sincere gratitude for their contributions.
Beyond simply participating in events, we leveraged every opportunity to collaborate with government officials, industry leaders, and local organisations. Our mission remains steadfast: to position CREST as the gold standard in cyber security accreditation, expand access to our exams, and support training providers in delivering CREST-aligned programmes.
Strengthening Government and Regulatory Engagement
Cybersec Asia 2024 – Thailand
We were a supporting organisation at the inaugural cyber security conference in Bangkok, which took place in February during Thailand Cyber Security Week. The event was hosted by Thailand’s National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA). It was an honour for us to connect with many of our Thai-based members and certified cyber professionals in the country.
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Cyber Security Trade Mission to Tokyo – Japan
We were invited to participate in a seminar and panel session titled “Closing the Cyber Skills Gap” in February at the British Embassy in Tokyo. This opportunity emphasised our efforts across Asia and globally and the importance of accreditation in enhancing cyber assurance and skill standards.
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NACSA Cyber Security Summit – Malaysia
In July, at the NACSA Cyber Security Summit (NCSS), we served as a supporting organisation for the conference and participated in a panel discussion about the country’s new cyber security act and its implementation. This event also provided an excellent opportunity to connect with our Malaysian community, including members, partners, and key stakeholders.
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PDRM Special Dialogue 2: Narcotics Edition – Malaysia
In August, we were honoured to have the opportunity to collaborate with the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) as we explored potential partnerships for future capacity and capability building in cyber security in Malaysia.
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Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency Meeting
In November, the CREST Malaysia working group met with the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) to explore collaboration on raising cyber awareness and providing training.
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Engaging with the Buying Community and Cyber Leaders
CISO Series
We supported the CISO Series as an industry partner in Singapore and Indonesia. This event series focuses on key cyber security leaders and addresses a range of topics, including governance, risk and compliance (GRC), AI implementation, cross-functional collaboration, and strategies for leadership and business growth. We were delighted to offer our members a 20% discount and provide free tickets to our community.
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AISP Strategic Partnership
We supported our partner, the Association of Information Security Professionals (AISP), an independent cyber security association based in Singapore, with a series of events throughout the year.
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softScheck Seminar – Malaysia
We were pleased to speak at the CISO Roundtable event hosted by our member company, softScheck, in May. We engaged with the buying community to elevate their understanding of CREST’s role in providing assurance and community in the marketplace.
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Singapore Cyber Leader’s Forum & CREST Leaders Dinner
We hosted our first Singapore Cyber Leaders’ Forum and the second Cyber Leaders’ Dinner during the Singapore International Cyber Week (SICW) in October. Both occasions provided a valuable opportunity to strengthen connections and share knowledge among leaders in Singapore while celebrating the community.
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We served as a supporting organisation at an invitation-only event held in October. The event gathered over 2,000 key influencers to connect in person and contribute to shaping the future of digital Indonesia. The conference’s central theme was “Unlocking Indonesia’s Digital Potential: The Summit for Economic Acceleration.”
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Singapore Fintech Festival
We were a community partner at the festival in November, where Heads of State, policymakers, leaders in financial services, founders, investors, and technology experts convened to shape the future of finance. We were delighted to offer our members a 20% discount and provide free tickets to our community.
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Supporting Cyber Professionals
In 2024, we continued our partnership with Singapore’s Division Zero (Div0) cyber security community group. We collaborated on various activities throughout the year, such as meetups and roundtables. These events aimed to bring together cyber security professionals, practitioners, and enthusiasts, allowing them to explore and learn from one another while contributing to this vibrant community.
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Click here to read more about Div0’s End-of-Year Cyber Security Roundtable
Global Cyber Security Camp – Thailand
In February, we had the pleasure of supporting the Global Cyber Security Camp (GCC) 2024 held in Thailand. The camp aimed to enhance and strengthen the cyber security community, nurturing young cyber enthusiasts and future global leaders in APAC countries.
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CYDES Women In Cyber – Malaysia
Our Asia Council members attended the 2nd Women In Cyber conference organised by Malaysia’s National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) in April. The conference primarily focused on empowering women in cyber security and addressing the gender gap in the industry.
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In April, our community supporter MITRE hosted an online event with Citi Group, that helped the community network, learn, and advance threat-informed defence through hands-on training and practitioner-led lighting talks.
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Launch of New Malaysian Pearson VUE Centre
We attended the launch of a new Pearson VUE exam centre in May, conveniently located within the Central Bank of Malaysia complex. This initiative aimed to increase Malaysians’ access to high-stakes international certifications, such as CREST exams.
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Singapore International Cyber Security Conference (SINCON)
Singapore International Cyber Security Conference (SINCON) united the Singapore cyber security community in May. This annual technology-focused cyber security conference featured specialised training courses, seminars, and workshops.
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Cybersec Vietnam Conference
CYBERSEC launched in Vietnam in October! We were proud to be a supporting partner at this inaugural conference dedicated to advancing cyber security in the Asia-Pacific region. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with the Vietnamese cyber security community. Our members led discussions on the latest cyber security trends and innovations, and shared insights on international cyber security standards alongside our partners from Thailand.
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National Cyber Security Connect – Indonesia
At this October conference, we partnered with the Indonesian cyber security community to promote collaboration on the rapidly evolving digital landscape and critical security issues.
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Hack A Day – Hong Kong
It was again time for the annual Hack A Day event in Hong Kong! We were proud to be a prize sponsor for this event in November. We supported various activities and workshops, awarded Capture the Flag (CTF) prize winners with CREST exam vouchers, and helped promote this important community in Hong Kong.
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Red x Blue Pill – Thailand
We were a supporting organisation at this November conference, which was organised by CREST community supporter 2600 Thailand. This forum aimed to exchange knowledge and experiences in practical cyber security among Thai practitioners.
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VXCON – Hong Kong
In November, we proudly supported an event dedicated to advancing offensive security, threat intelligence, and exploitation. Our team actively engaged in activities such as CTF challenges and provided valuable insights during a panel discussion.
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Cyber Night – Vietnam
This community meetup, which took place in December, offered a chance to connect with cyber security professionals, leaders, and business representatives from Vietnam.
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Looking Ahead
We remain committed to advancing cyber security standards, fostering collaboration, and supporting professionals across Asia. As we move into 2025, we look forward to further strengthening our community and continuing our mission to drive excellence in cyber security assurance.
