TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan has unveiled an ambitious new strategy to shield its digital infrastructure from mounting threats. The National Institute of Cyber Security (NICS, 國家資安研究院) launched its comprehensive "Cybersecurity 2.0 Initiative" on Wednesday (March 12), introducing three strategic visions and eight critical operations designed to strengthen the nation's cyber resilience.
NICS President Lin Ying-ta (林盈達) revealed that the initiative represents a significant upgrade to Taiwan's existing cybersecurity framework. "We've developed Cybersecurity 2.0 since I assumed office, enhancing our operations and expanding service capabilities across multiple fronts," Lin explained during the announcement.
The initiative features several transformative improvements. The operation wall system will evolve from basic management to sophisticated governance by integrating various cybersecurity indicators. Meanwhile, threat intelligence collection will undergo modernization, shifting from labor-intensive manual processes to advanced automated systems that incorporate external data sources and dark web exposure analyses.
Lin highlighted how the initiative will push beyond traditional network security boundaries. "Digital information analysis will no longer be confined to pure network domains but will extend into the broader information ecosystem," he said. Within Team Taiwan collaborations, NICS will serve as an independent third-party evaluator, rigorously assessing service levels provided by contractors.
To boost the competitive edge of Taiwanese products in global markets, NICS plans to lead a national vulnerability-hunting program. The institute will also align with international standards to promote the MIT cybersecurity label, enhancing trust in Taiwan-made technology.
The initiative includes practical support mechanisms for government agencies and organizations. NICS will provide specialized evaluation services, threat hunting capabilities, and incident handling expertise to help identify potential risks and attacks before they can cause damage.
Looking toward the future, Lin emphasized that these efforts will establish the foundation for the more extensive "Cybersecurity as National Security Strategy 2025" – a crucial response to escalating geopolitical challenges facing Taiwan. The Cybersecurity 2.0 Initiative represents Taiwan's proactive stance in an increasingly complex digital threat landscape, positioning the island to better protect its critical infrastructure and digital sovereignty.