Ágnes Kasper

Ágnes Kasper is a Senior Lecturer in Technology Law at Tallinn University of Technology's School of Business and Governance, Department of Law, and serves as Head of Law Branch at the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence. With over 15 years of academic and professional experience in cybersecurity law, she has established herself as a leading expert in international cyber law, digital evidence, and cyber diplomacy.

Her educational background includes:

• Doctor's Degree (2015) from Estonian Business School on 'Multi-Level Analytical Frameworks for Cyber Security Legal Decision Making'
• Master's Degree (2007) from International University Audentes on 'Legal Restraints on Environmental Damage in Armed Conflict'
• Additional specialized training including NATO Instructor Course (2024), ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor certification (2022), and various cybersecurity-related courses

Kasper's research focuses on the intersection of law, technology, and international relations, with particular expertise in EU cybersecurity regulations, international cyber law, and cyber diplomacy. Her work examines how legal frameworks adapt to emerging cyber threats and how states develop national positions on international law in cyberspace. She has contributed significantly to understanding the EU's approach to cybersecurity governance, the normative dimensions of cyber operations, and the challenges of digital evidence collection across jurisdictions.

Her publication record reveals a consistent focus on EU cybersecurity policy development, with particular attention to regulatory fragmentation, the construction of international norms, and the practical implementation challenges faced by states. Kasper's work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical policy considerations, making her research highly relevant to both academic and policy-making communities.

Among her notable recognitions:

• Named Best Lecturer of the Year at TalTech Law School (2022)
• Her co-authored article 'EU common position on international law and cyberspace' selected as one of 2022's most relevant cyber articles by Rutgers Computer & Tech. L.J.
• Recipient of a recognition letter from the Inter-American Defense Board for invaluable support (2023)
• Winner of the Republic of Estonia Ministry of Defence's public competition for defense-related theses (2015)

Kasper actively contributes to numerous research projects and initiatives, including serving on the Advisory Board of the Cyberlaw Toolkit project and as a member of the Academic Committee of the CyCon Conference. She has organized and participated in numerous international workshops and conferences, focusing on cyber law challenges, particularly in the context of digital evidence, cyber diplomacy, and EU cybersecurity frameworks. Her current work involves developing practical guidance for states on formulating national positions on international law in cyberspace, as evidenced by her recent handbook publication with NATO CCDCOE and the University of Exeter.