Master’s Students in Cybersecurity Win Second Place at the ISE 2026 Hackathon
Feb 16, 2026
Students and professors from the school took part in the Hackathon of Integrated Systems Europe 2026 (ISE 2026), a technology innovation event that brings together students, professionals and experts. The goal of the hackathon was to develop artificial intelligence solutions applied to cybersecurity.
During the event, participants worked in teams to solve real challenges related to data protection, digital system security, and the safe management of connected spaces and infrastructures. This experience allowed them to apply their technical knowledge in a real and multidisciplinary environment, promoting innovation, teamwork and direct contact with industry.
A team formed by Oriol Ramos, Cecilia Rodríguez, Andrea Piñón and Anna Melkumyan, students of the Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity, reached the final among more than 100 international teams. ETSETB professors Sisco Vallverdú and Josep Pegueroles participated as expert advisors in the Hackathon.
For the final challenge, the team presented CyberSafeCrowd, an intelligent application designed to improve mobility and safety at large events. The project won second place.
CyberSafeCrowd answers the challenge “AI for Human-Centered Spaces” with an innovative technological solution focused on improving user experience, safety and crowd management at large events.
The system collects data from cameras and sensors to guide users quickly and efficiently inside crowded venues. The main use case was based on Integrated Systems Europe, but the solution can be easily adapted to other environments such as museums, stadiums, trade fairs or large public spaces.
Users can enter their destination, for example a specific stand, and the app suggests the most efficient route. It avoids crowded areas and helps improve the flow of people. The app also includes contextual audio information: if users wear headphones, they receive a short explanation about a company when they are close to its stand.
CyberSafeCrowd also offers:
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A chatbot for real-time assistance
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A visual guidance system using a monocle device, compatible with personal glasses or devices provided by the event organizers
In emergency situations, such as a fire or serious incident, the system immediately alerts users. In coordination with the venue’s emergency lighting, it indicates the safest exits to ensure a safe, organized and efficient evacuation.
With CyberSafeCrowd, artificial intelligence is used to serve people, improving both their experience and their safety in complex and high-density spaces.
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