EU Gets a Head Start in Developing 6G Network Security

European researchers are already developing security measures for 6G networks, expected to roll out globally around 2030, through an EU-funded project called Shield-6G. The initiative brings together 19 organizations to create a cyber threat intelligence platform that will use AI-driven detection, digital twins, honeypots, and federated learning to protect the vastly expanded attack surface created by 6G's increased connectivity and AI integration. The project emphasizes explainable AI systems and maintaining privacy while handling security across fragmented network operators managing everything from smart devices to critical infrastructure.