BlackBerry's Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) celebrates its first anniversary with significant expansions. The center announced new free cybersecurity training initiatives including: 50 scholarships for Malaysian women through ISC2, 25 CompTIA ITF+ certifications for underserved communities via 42KL, and training for 1,000 students and 250 lecturers through the CyberNext Program partnership with TalentCorp. The center will soon introduce EC Council Learning, a self-paced cybersecurity platform for Malaysian Government employees. Notable achievements include 40% women attendance in the past year. The initiative is supported by a $3.9M CAD investment from the Canadian Government, implemented through Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and BlackBerry, demonstrating international collaboration in cybersecurity education.
Il Centro di Eccellenza per la Cybersecurity (CCoE) di BlackBerry in Malesia celebra il suo primo anniversario con importanti ampliamenti. Il centro ha annunciato nuove iniziative gratuite di formazione in cybersecurity, tra cui: 50 borse di studio per donne malesi tramite ISC2, 25 certificazioni CompTIA ITF+ per comunità svantaggiate attraverso 42KL, e formazione per 1.000 studenti e 250 docenti tramite il programma CyberNext in collaborazione con TalentCorp. Presto sarà introdotta la piattaforma EC Council Learning, un corso di cybersecurity a ritmo autonomo dedicato ai dipendenti del Governo malese. Tra i risultati più significativi, si evidenzia una partecipazione femminile del 40% nell’ultimo anno. L’iniziativa è supportata da un investimento di 3,9 milioni di dollari canadesi da parte del Governo canadese, realizzato tramite Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst e BlackBerry, dimostrando una collaborazione internazionale nell’educazione alla cybersecurity.
El Centro de Excelencia en Ciberseguridad (CCoE) de BlackBerry en Malasia celebra su primer aniversario con importantes expansiones. El centro anunció nuevas iniciativas gratuitas de formación en ciberseguridad que incluyen: 50 becas para mujeres malasias a través de ISC2, 25 certificaciones CompTIA ITF+ para comunidades desfavorecidas mediante 42KL, y capacitación para 1,000 estudiantes y 250 profesores a través del programa CyberNext en asociación con TalentCorp. Próximamente se lanzará EC Council Learning, una plataforma de ciberseguridad autodidacta para empleados del Gobierno de Malasia. Entre los logros destacados se encuentra una participación femenina del 40% en el último año. La iniciativa cuenta con un inversión de 3.9 millones de dólares canadienses del Gobierno de Canadá, implementada mediante Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst y BlackBerry, demostrando una colaboración internacional en la educación en ciberseguridad.
블랙베리 말레이시아 사이버보안 우수센터(CCoE)가 첫 번째 기념일을 맞아 대대적인 확장을 발표했습니다. 센터는 무료 사이버보안 교육 프로그램을 새롭게 선보였으며, 여기에는 ISC2를 통한 말레이시아 여성 50명 장학금, 42KL을 통해 소외계층 대상 25명에게 CompTIA ITF+ 자격증 제공, TalentCorp와 협력한 CyberNext 프로그램으로 1,000명 학생과 250명 강사 교육이 포함됩니다. 곧 말레이시아 정부 직원 대상 EC Council Learning 자율 학습형 사이버보안 플랫폼도 도입할 예정입니다. 지난 1년간 여성 참여율 40%라는 주목할 만한 성과를 달성했습니다. 이 사업은 캐나다 정부의 390만 캐나다 달러 투자를 통해 Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst와 블랙베리가 공동 추진하며, 사이버보안 교육 분야에서 국제 협력을 보여줍니다.
Le Centre d'Excellence en Cybersécurité (CCoE) de BlackBerry en Malaisie célèbre son premier anniversaire avec des expansions significatives. Le centre a annoncé de nouvelles initiatives gratuites de formation en cybersécurité comprenant : 50 bourses pour des femmes malaisiennes via ISC2, 25 certifications CompTIA ITF+ pour des communautés défavorisées via 42KL, et la formation de 1 000 étudiants et 250 enseignants grâce au programme CyberNext en partenariat avec TalentCorp. Le centre introduira bientôt EC Council Learning, une plateforme de cybersécurité en auto-apprentissage destinée aux employés du gouvernement malaisien. Parmi les réalisations notables figure une participation féminine de 40% au cours de l'année écoulée. Cette initiative est soutenue par un investissement de 3,9 millions de dollars canadiens du gouvernement canadien, mis en œuvre par Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst et BlackBerry, démontrant une collaboration internationale dans l’éducation à la cybersécurité.
Das Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) von BlackBerry in Malaysia feiert sein erstes Jubiläum mit bedeutenden Erweiterungen. Das Zentrum kündigte neue kostenlose Cybersecurity-Schulungsinitiativen an, darunter: 50 Stipendien für malaysische Frauen über ISC2, 25 CompTIA ITF+ Zertifikate für benachteiligte Gemeinschaften über 42KL sowie Schulungen für 1.000 Studierende und 250 Dozenten im Rahmen des CyberNext-Programms in Partnerschaft mit TalentCorp. Demnächst wird EC Council Learning, eine selbstgesteuerte Cybersecurity-Plattform für malaysische Regierungsmitarbeiter, eingeführt. Bemerkenswerte Erfolge sind eine 40%ige Frauenbeteiligung im vergangenen Jahr. Die Initiative wird durch eine Investition von 3,9 Mio. CAD der kanadischen Regierung unterstützt und von Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst und BlackBerry umgesetzt, was eine internationale Zusammenarbeit in der Cybersecurity-Ausbildung demonstriert.
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40% women participation rate in CCoE programs shows strong diversity inclusion
Secured $3.9M CAD investment from Canadian Government for cybersecurity training
Expansion of free training programs reaching 1,000 students and 250 lecturers
New partnerships with ISC2, CompTIA, and TalentCorp strengthen program offerings
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BlackBerry expands CCOE Curriculum with free cybersecurity training for women, students, government and low-access communities, fostering a more inclusive and skilled cyber workforce
CYBERJAYA, MALAYSIA / ACCESS Newswire / May 8, 2025 / BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) today announced several new initiatives in support of the Government of Malaysia's efforts to upskill and grow local talent and foster diversity in the nation's fast growing cybersecurity sector. To mark the 12-month anniversary of the Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE), BlackBerry is providing scholarships for cybersecurity training to numerous women cyber-defenders, people with limited access to education and qualifications, as well as university lecturers and students.
At a ceremony and open day in Cyberjaya today, BlackBerry also revealed it will soon be introducing EC Council Learning, an enhanced cybersecurity skill development platform to expand the CCoE's comprehensive curriculum with self-paced learning model for Malaysian Government employees, helping more men and women to complete courses in their own time. The hybrid cybersecurity program, featuring online and in-person modules, is expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Just over a year ago, Malaysia envisioned the Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence as a global hub for workforce training, skill development and intelligence-sharing. Today, through partnerships with BlackBerry, ASEAN and global leaders, the nation is advancing this mission-equipping Malaysians with critical cyber-skills to boost capacity, inclusivity and defense against digital threats.
Over 40% of attendees at the Malaysia CCoE last year were women, reflecting positive diversity in the nation's cybersecurity sector. To build on this progress and create more opportunities for all, BlackBerry is expanding its partnership with the ISC2 Malaysia Chapter to offer 50 scholarships for Malaysian women to access specialized training at the CCoE. The flexible program will include in-person and online courses from June to July 2025, with recruitment starting this month. In addition, BlackBerry is working with 42KL, a tuition-free, self-paced computer science academy, to sponsor 25 CompTIA ITF+ certifications for individuals with limited access to traditional education opportunities.
This news follows the recently announced partnership with Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) to launch the CyberNext Program, a national initiative designed to equip Malaysian students and educators with essential cybersecurity skills. In Phase One of the partnership, BlackBerry and TalentCorp, together with training partners ISC2 and CompTIA, are offering free cybersecurity training for 1,000 students and 250 lecturers at the world-class facility, commencing from July.
Senior Vice President for BlackBerry Secure Communications in APAC, Tash Stamatelos said, "In collaboration with the Government of Malaysia, we are proud to witness the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCoE) thrive in its first year-strengthening partnerships, expanding programs, and offering scholarships that help to build digital human capital and support diversity in the cybersecurity sector. As a hub for learning, training, and collaboration, the CCoE is laying a strong foundation for cross-border and cross-sector engagement, advancing Malaysia's ambition to lead in cybersecurity excellence across ASEAN."
Jodi Robinson, High Commissioner of Canada to Malaysia, said "In late 2024, the Government of Canada pledged a $3.9M CAD investment in cybersecurity skills training programs at the Malaysia CCoE, to be implemented by the Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and BlackBerry - a clear example of Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy in action. On this first anniversary, I commend the progress the Malaysian Government, BlackBerry, and its partners are making at the CCoE in addressing the critical shortage of cyber skills and advancing diversity in the sector. I look forward to the CCoE developing into a hub of regional cybersecurity excellence in Southeast Asia."
For more information on the Cybersecurity Center of Excellence and the courses available, please visit here. To register for interest in the ISC2 scholarships for women, please visit here. To find out more about 42KL, please visit here.
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What new initiatives did BlackBerry (BB) announce for its Malaysia Cybersecurity Center of Excellence?
BlackBerry announced 50 scholarships for Malaysian women through ISC2, 25 CompTIA ITF+ certifications via 42KL, training for 1,000 students and 250 lecturers through CyberNext Program, and upcoming EC Council Learning platform for government employees.
How much did the Canadian Government invest in BlackBerry's Malaysia CCoE program?
The Canadian Government invested $3.9M CAD in cybersecurity skills training programs at the Malaysia CCoE, implemented through Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst and BlackBerry.
What percentage of BlackBerry's Malaysia CCoE attendees were women in its first year?
Over 40% of attendees at the Malaysia CCoE in its first year were women, showing positive diversity in the nation's cybersecurity sector.
When will BlackBerry's new EC Council Learning platform be available for Malaysian Government employees?
The EC Council Learning platform, featuring hybrid cybersecurity programs with online and in-person modules, is expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
What is the timeline for BlackBerry's ISC2 scholarship program for Malaysian women?
The flexible ISC2 scholarship program will include in-person and online courses from June to July 2025, with recruitment starting in May 2025.
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