Academic programme · 29 October 2026

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29 October 2026

Explore research, industry keynotes, and expert discussions on cyber security and AI.

Submit Your Paper

Submit your paper through the official CSAI 2026 Microsoft CMT portal.

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to submit original, unpublished manuscripts of up to 10 pages using one of the official CSAI 2026 templates. Papers must not be under review or accepted elsewhere.

  • Maximum length: 10 pages.
  • Non-anonymous submission: author names and affiliations must remain visible.
  • Authoring formats: Microsoft Word or LaTeX.
  • Similarity limit: maximum 15% overall and 5% from a single source.
  • Similarity verification is performed after the organising committee’s initial analysis.
  • Each paper is reviewed by 2–3 programme committee members.
  • Evaluation is based on originality, technical quality, clarity and impact.
  • Accepted papers will be included in the Conference proceedings.

Suggested Paper Structure

  1. Abstract

    Problem statement, method overview, key findings and impact.

  2. Introduction

    Context, motivation and the main research problem.

  3. Literature Review

    Existing work and the research gap.

  4. Methodology

    Datasets, models, methods, experiments and tools.

  5. Results

    Main findings and experimental outcomes.

  6. Discussion

    Interpretation, relevance, limitations and comparison with prior work.

  7. Conclusion and Future Work

    Main conclusions, implications and future directions.

  8. References

    References formatted consistently using the supplied template.

Key Dates

Sep 15, 2026
Paper Submission
Oct 7, 2026
Acceptance Notification
Oct 20, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 29, 2026
Conference Day

About the Conference

Organized by EST Tetouan – Abdelmalek Essaâdi University in partnership with the Mediterranean Association for Sciences and Sustainable Development, this event brings together researchers, industry leaders, and students to explore cutting-edge intersections of AI and cybersecurity.

Publication & Indexing

Publication and indexing plans remain pending. The organizing team will announce confirmed publication arrangements before authors are asked to rely on them.

Keynote Speakers

Portrait of Sandip Rakshit

Keynote Speaker

Sandip Rakshit

Professor at Rabat Business School, International University of Rabat. Expert in Business & Technology strategy, digital transformation, and AI-driven innovation. 20+ years leading tech ventures across Europe and Africa.

Portrait of Mariofanna Milanova

Keynote Speaker

Mariofanna Milanova

Professor of Computer Science, University of Arkansas at Little Rock. IEEE Senior Member, Fulbright U.S. Scholar, NVIDIA DLI Ambassador. Research funded by NSF, NIH, DARPA, NATO, Nokia Bell Labs.

General Chair

Dr. Sanae El Idrissi

Abdelmalek Essaâdi University

Coordinates the conference program, speakers, and the scientific direction of the event.

Conference Information

Venue

EST Tetouan, Abdelmalek Essaâdi University

Registration Fees

600 MAD for regular attendees, 500 MAD for students.

Conference Chairs

Leadership team overseeing the conference program and organization.

Chair

Jamal El Amrani

EST Tetouan

Co-Chair

Aziz Bakkali

Abdelmalek Essaâdi University

Program Chair

Anouar El Khatib

Cybersecurity Lab

Logistics Chair

Mohamed Ait Lahcen

EST Tetouan

Sponsorship Chair

Yassine Rahmani

University Partner

Organizing Committee

Senior faculty overseeing conference organization.

Pr. Aboubakr EL HAMMOUMI

Pr. Mohammed MAHFOUDI

Pr. Imane JOTI

Junior Organizing Committee

Student team supporting conference logistics and operations.

Omar Tazi

Nadia El Ouazzani

Hamza Boukhris

Sara Mouline

Technical Program Committee

Expert reviewers evaluating paper submissions.

Pr. Faouzi MARZOUKI

Pr. Seddik Soukaina

Pr. Soufiane MEZROUI

Pr. Mohammed BOUTALLINE

Conference Topics

Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence are the principal themes, supported by software, data, smart-energy, information-systems and sustainable-engineering tracks.

Primary track

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

  • AI for Intrusion Detection
  • Cybersecurity for Sustainable Development
  • Secure Smart Cities & Infrastructure
  • Data Privacy & Protection
  • Cybersecurity in IoT & Smart Systems
  • Blockchain Security for Sustainability
  • Red Teaming & Ethical Hacking
  • Post-Quantum Cryptography

Primary track

AI for Sustainability

  • Machine Learning & Deep Learning
  • Swarm Intelligence
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Computer Vision
  • Fuzzy Systems
  • Climate Modeling with AI
  • AI-Driven Resource Optimization
  • AI Risk Management

Software Development, Data & Intelligent Systems

  • Secure Software Engineering
  • AI-Assisted Software Development
  • Cloud & Distributed Systems
  • DevSecOps & Software Supply Chain Security
  • Data Engineering & Analytics
  • Business Intelligence & Analytics
  • Decision Support Systems
  • Intelligent Digital Platforms

Smart Grid Technologies

  • Smart Grid Dispatch
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Microgrid Control
  • Energy Storage
  • Renewable Integration
  • Grid Cybersecurity

Information Systems & Organizations

  • Information Systems Management
  • Digital Transformation of Organizations
  • ERP & Sustainable Operations
  • Governance of Information Systems
  • Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development

Sustainable Civil Engineering

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Low-Carbon Construction
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Recycled Materials
  • Smart Infrastructure
  • Circular Economy in Construction

Registration Fees

Category Fee
On-site Participant 600 MAD
On-line Participant 500 MAD
Listener (no paper) 400 MAD
Optional Indexing Fee + 800 MAD

Fees include access to all sessions, conference kit, coffee breaks, proceedings, and lunch for on-site attendees.

Accepted Payment Methods

  • • Bank transfer to the official event account.
  • • Cash payment on-site at registration desk.
  • • Online payment portal, if enabled before the event.

Industry programme

Industrial Talks & Panels

Two industry-focused sessions connect the academic programme with practical experience from the cybersecurity and AI sectors.

Industrial Talk 1

Cybersecurity in the Age of AI: Industry Perspectives

Leading cybersecurity professionals share real-world insights on how AI is transforming threat detection, incident response, and security operations. Practical case studies from Moroccan and international organizations.

13:00–14:35 Panel + Q&A

Speakers to be announced

Industrial Panel 2

Building AI-Powered Security Products: From Research to Market

A focused exchange between startup founders, investors, and researchers on turning AI security research into viable products. Discussion on funding, go-to-market strategies, and the Moroccan tech ecosystem.

14:35–15:10 Panel + Q&A

Speakers to be announced

Conference Schedule — 29 October 2026

08:30–09:00 Registration
09:00–10:30 Session 1 / Session 2
10:30–10:50 Coffee Break
10:50–11:25 Keynote 1 — Sandip Rakshit
11:25–12:00 Keynote 2
12:00–13:00 Lunch Break
13:00–14:35 Industrial Talk / Panel 1
14:35–15:10 Industrial Talk / Panel 2
15:10–15:30 Coffee Break
15:30–17:00 Session 3 / Session 4
17:00–17:30 Closing Ceremony and Certificate Distribution