🚀 CyberSea Festival 2025 & Startup Village by Ambasada at the Nautical Base Constanța

November 12, 2025

What is the CyberSea Festival?

On July 18–19, 2025, Constanța will host the first edition of the CyberSea Festival, an event dedicated to students and young professionals passionate about cybersecurity. The festival is organized by Women4Cyber Romania in collaboration with DNSC, Constanța Maritime University, ECCC, HiveHack/D3 Cyber, Ambasada.pro and ICI București. The chosen venue - the Maritime University Nautical Base — combines the vibrant seaside atmosphere with a dynamic environment for learning and innovation.

Why participate?

✔️ Hands-on activities: CTF competitions, bug bounty challenges, OSINT, and escape rooms.

đź§© Workshops & Cyber Villages: ethical hacking, secure development, cloud security, AI & cyber-defense, physical pen-testing, digital identity, and virtual reality.

🎙️ Keynotes and fireside chats: covering topics such as AI vs. cybersecurity, deepfakes, burnout in the industry, launching a tech startup, digital nomads, and more.

🤝 Speed mentoring & job fair: quick mentoring sessions and direct meetings with potential employers.

🌟 Authentic networking: relaxation zones, beach activities, and a closing party to strengthen professional connections.

đź’° Free participation, based on registration by July 10.

What is Startup Village and how does it fit in?

Within the festival, the Startup & Innovation Village area offers tech and cybersecurity entrepreneurs the opportunity to:

  • Present their ideas and solutions to investors, accelerator representatives, and international experts;
  • Participate in applied mentoring sessions, pitching rounds, and receive direct feedback;
  • Engage with key players from the Romanian and European tech startup ecosystem.

This section transforms CyberSea into a launchpad for bold ideas and startups with high growth potential.

Meet experienced professionals from the tech industry, representing companies such as: TechAngels, Meta, ASSISTA.US, FLOWX.AI, Sparking Capital, Innovation Labs, Cornerstone, Startup CT,OKAPI, Partnerd, Procurities and others.

The importance of developing digital skills

In an increasingly digitalized world, practical training in cybersecurity has become essential. CyberSea is not just an event — it’s a catalyst for professional transformation, offering participants the opportunity to learn directly from specialists and apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts. For many young people, this may represent the first step toward a career in a sector with continuously growing demand.

Benefits for startups and entrepreneurs

Startup Village is a unique opportunity for early-stage founders. The presence of representatives from accelerators, investment funds, and European institutions provides an ideal setting for constructive feedback and collaboration opportunities. Participants can learn how to adapt their business ideas to market demands, attract funding, and scale their solutions. Moreover, the informal discussions throughout the event foster the creation of valuable connections, essential for any startup’s growth.

Through these components, CyberSea becomes not just a learning event, but a hub of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

How can you register?

For the CyberSea Festival:

  1. Go to cybersea.ro and fill out the general registration form;
  2. Registrations are open until July 10, 2025;
  3. Participation is free, but spots are limited.

For Startup Village:

If you’re a startup founder or working on a digital idea, fill out the dedicated Startup Village form here:

https://ambasada.pro/pitch

There, you can share details about your idea, the stage of your project, and your development goals. You’ll have the chance to join an intensive program of feedback, mentorship, and networking throughout the two days.

CyberSea Festival is an initiative that combines applied education, career development, and entrepreneurial support. Ambasada supports this event for its potential to accelerate the growth of a new generation of digital leaders.

We look forward to seeing you in Constanța, at the heart of a community that believes in Romania’s digital future!

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