The ACN (Agenzia per la Cybersicurezza Nazionale) is Italy’s National Cybersecurity Agency, established to strengthen the country’s cyber defense, resilience, and digital infrastructure. It operates under the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and is responsible for coordinating national cybersecurity policies, managing incident response, and ensuring regulatory compliance for public and private sectors. ACN collaborates with international partners, promotes cybersecurity awareness, and oversees the implementation of national and EU cybersecurity directives. Its mission includes protecting critical infrastructures, supporting research and innovation, and enhancing Italy’s overall cybersecurity posture in the face of evolving threats.