APAC Cybersecurity Fund

07/05/2026

📍APAC Cybersecurity Fund in 🇻🇳

As MSMEs across Vietnam accelerate their digital transformation journey, cybersecurity must grow alongside it.

With Vietnam’s digital transformation agenda aiming to support 500,000 MSMEs by 2030, building cyber resilience is becoming a business imperative, not a technical afterthought.🛡️

On 15 April, The Asia Foundation, together with the National Cyber Security Association and the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, convened the forum "Safe Digital Future for Small and Medium Enterprises" to strengthen dialogue on protecting MSMEs in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

The forum brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and cybersecurity experts to spotlight a growing reality: for MSMEs, cyber incidents can directly impact operations, customer trust, and long-term sustainability. 📈

As part of the APAC Cybersecurity Fund program, this dialogue reflects our commitment to supporting MSMEs across the region with the knowledge, tools, and resilience needed to grow safely in the digital economy.

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The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is an initiative by The Asia Foundation, supported by Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, designed to build inclusive and sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific. See less

30/04/2026

22/04/2026

📍 APAC Cybersecurity Fund in the 🇵🇭

For BDO Foundation, a strong economy begins with empowered individuals. At the Future-Proof MSME Expo 2026, President Mario A. Deriquito highlighted the importance of accessible protection and practical guidance for every entrepreneur—ensuring no one is left behind in the digital shift. 📈🌐

We are deeply grateful to BDO Foundation for their unwavering support as a major partner and for their commitment to inclusive growth.

⚡ Full story coming soon! We’re diving deeper into BDO Foundation’s initiatives for MSMEs in our official E-Zine. Watch this space!



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The APAC Cybersecurity Fund (ACF) helps micro and small businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises strengthen their cyber resilience and stay safe online. ACF is by The Asia Foundation, in partnership with CyberPeace Institute and Global Cyber Alliance, with support from Google.org, Google's philanthropic arm. YGOAL, Inc. is one of ACF's implementing partners in the Philippines.

21/04/2026

Scaling the ACF Cyber Clinic in Vietnam📍🛡️

Last week, the APAC Cybersecurity Fund (ACF) team in Vietnam witnessed the launch of its Cyber Clinic at Đại học Bách khoa Hà Nội - Hanoi University of Science and Technology, a hands-on model bringing cybersecurity learning closer to real-world business needs.

The ACF initiative is designed to strengthen digital resilience among MSMEs by connecting universities, students, and small businesses through practical, applied support. In this model, students are trained and deployed to work directly with MSMEs, helping them better understand and respond to everyday cyber risks while gaining valuable real-world experience.

Across 7 provinces, the program will train 80–100 students and support 200–300 MSMEs, creating a strong bridge between education and enterprise needs in Vietnam’s growing digital economy.

As Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huynh Dang Chinh shared at the launch, “the Cyber Clinic model connects training with practice, creating an environment where learners can apply their professional knowledge in real business contexts, while also ensuring that businesses receive practical and relevant support in strengthening their cybersecurity readiness.”

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The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is an initiative by The Asia Foundation, supported by Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, designed to build inclusive and sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific.

01/04/2026

📍The APAC Cybersecurity Fund in India 🇮🇳

01/04/2026

📍The APAC Cybersecurity Fund in Bangladesh 🇧🇩

Building trusted digital ecosystems starts with strong local leadership — and we’re proud to see our Bangladesh team leading the way 👏

Together with our partner North South University Cybersecurity Center, this symposium brings critical focus to how digital trust must evolve alongside innovation — from academia to emerging frontiers like space science.

Featuring Dr. Yaseen Al-Mulla, the conversation will highlight a core priority of the ACF: strengthening how institutions safeguard digital assets, manage risk, and build resilience in an increasingly connected world.

📅 8 April 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (BD Time)
📍 Syndicate Hall, NSU & Online (Zoom)

At ACF, we believe that advancing cybersecurity across the region requires exactly this — locally grounded action, backed by global collaboration.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
The NSU Cybersecurity Center invites all students to attend the 1st International Symposium on Digital Trust & Security in Space & Academia in collaboration with ICESCO الإيسيسكو.

Featuring esteemed speaker Dr. Yaseen Al-Mulla, from our exiting speaker lineup, will explore how digital assets are protected across universities, research ecosystems, and space science applications.

📅 Date: April 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM (Bangladesh Time)
📍 Venue: Syndicate Hall, NSU / Online (Zoom)

✨ A great opportunity to gain international insights and connect with global experts in cybersecurity. All students are highly encouraged to attend!

Stay tuned—more exciting speakers will be announced soon!
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31/03/2026

Small businesses are at the heart of India’s economy—but as more go digital, many face new and evolving risks.

🔒 Gaps in cybersecurity awareness and support can leave MSMEs—especially women-led and informal businesses—more vulnerable online.

Earlier this year, we partnered with Asia Pacific Consulting and Advisory (APCA) at the Global CyberPeace Summit to bring together entrepreneurs, technical experts, and civil society. Together, we explored practical ways to help MSMEs navigate these challenges and strengthen their digital resilience. 🌐

Through our work under the Google.org-supported APAC Cybersecurity Fund, we’re supporting MSMEs to adopt digital tools safely and confidently—helping build a more secure and future-ready economy.

02/03/2026

Scaling the ACF Cyber Clinic in Pakistan📍🛡️

The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is partnering with the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) to establish a new Cyber Clinic that will combine advanced student training with hands on support for local enterprises navigating digital risks.

Through this model, trained cohorts will provide practical, pro bono cybersecurity guidance to MSMEs, NGOs, and social enterprises, helping them better protect their systems, data, and customers as they scale online.

As 1️⃣ of 3️⃣ university anchored pilots in Asia Pacific, alongside Sri Lanka and Singapore, the Pakistan clinic reinforces the role of higher education institutions in building trusted digital ecosystems that underpin inclusive economic growth.

The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is an initiative by The Asia Foundation, supported by Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, designed to build inclusive and sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific region.

Our CyberClinics program is expanding to the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Pakistan 🇵🇰

Through this new collaboration, another batch of aspiring cyber defenders will receive advanced cybersecurity training and then go on to support 300 small businesses, NGOs, and community organizations in strengthening their digital resilience. 🌐

Pakistan’s clinic is one of three university-based pilots across Asia-Pacific, alongside Sri Lanka and Singapore, helping protect livelihoods, safeguard data, and build trust in the country's rapidly growing digital economy.

CyberClinics is part of the APAC Cybersecurity Fund, supported by Google.org — Google's philanthropic arm.

25/02/2026

🌐 Across 13 countries in Asia-Pacific, the APAC Cybersecurity Fund (ACF) is helping communities, businesses, and students navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

As we close our Safer Internet Day campaign, we reaffirm a simple truth: digital safety requires sustained action.

This campaign highlights the measurable impact of our work:
• 381,662 individuals trained in cyber hygiene
• 329,408 organizations equipped with tools to protect their businesses online
• 287 students guided to safely and responsibly use digital platforms

These milestones reflect the APAC Cybersecurity Fund’s commitment to building cyber resilience, promoting responsible AI, and fostering inclusive digital ecosystems.

💡 Through hands-on training, policy engagement, and awareness initiatives, the Fund demonstrates that cybersecurity and AI are not just technical challenges—they are essential foundations for trust, growth, and inclusion in the digital economy.

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The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is an initiative by The Asia Foundation, supported by Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, designed to build inclusive and sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific.

16/02/2026

Scaling the ACF Cyber Clinic in India📍🛡️

We’re pleased to share that The Asia Foundation – India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BITS Pilani, K.K. Birla Goa Campus to support long-term collaboration on knowledge creation, capacity building, and policy engagement in areas of shared interest 🤝

Nandita Baruah, Country Representative of The Asia Foundation India, and Suman Kundu, Director of BITS Pilani, K.K. Birla Goa Campus, signed the MoU in the presence of senior faculty members and team members from BITS Goa, The Asia Foundation, and APCA.

The MoU establishes a framework for joint work across research, training, and applied initiatives, with a special focus on improving digital awareness, access, and responsible usage among the public, businesses, and youth 🌐 The partnership will also explore opportunities to promote gender-inclusive STEM education.

As part of this MoU, The Asia Foundation will engage with BITS Goa to launch a Cyber Clinic under the APAC Cybersecurity Fund program, supported by Google.org--Google's philanthropic arm. The program will deliver a hands-on cybersecurity course for students.

Through this initiative, 100 students will be trained in advanced cybersecurity skills and will go on to support 300 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in strengthening their cyber resilience 🚀 The program focuses on translating technical knowledge into practical support for small businesses navigating digital risks.

12/02/2026

📍 The APAC Cybersecurity Fund in

Our team is hosting a free virtual Cyber Hygiene Essentials Training, open to all skill levels, with no IT background required.

If you are an MSME, NGO, social enterprise, or simply looking to strengthen your digital safety, this session will help you:
🔸 Spot common cyber threats before they become costly problems
🔸 Strengthen your organisation’s cyber habits
🔸 Build confidence in your digital operations

🗓 21 February 2026
🎓 Certificate of Completion provided
🎁 RM10 Touch ’n Go eWallet voucher for participants

Open to Malaysian MSMEs, NGOs, social enterprises, and everyday digital users alike.

👉 Register now: https://trainocate.com.my/.../apac-cybersecurity-fund.../

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The APAC Cybersecurity Fund is an initiative by The Asia Foundation, supported by Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, designed to build inclusive and sustainable cybersecurity ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific.

📢 Free virtual cybersecurity training for all skill levels — no IT background required!

Take part in the APAC Cybersecurity Fund Malaysia: Cyber Hygiene Essentials Training on 21 Feb 2026 and learn how to:

🔸 Spot common cyber threats before they become costly problems
🔸 Strengthen your organisation’s cyber habits
🔸 Build confidence in your digital operations

Participants who complete the training will walk away with a Certificate of Completion plus a RM10 Touch ’n Go eWallet voucher as a token of appreciation.

This session is open and free for Malaysian MSMEs, NGOs, social enterprises, and everyday digital users alike.

👉 Register now: https://trainocate.com.my/free-workshops/apac-cybersecurity-fund-malaysia/