CAPA 8 Foundation

What CAPA 8 Foundation does

CAPA 8 Foundation (Fundación CAPA 8, also known as FC8) is an Argentine non-profit civil foundation founded in 2016 and headquartered in CABA, Argentina, with a six-person team. Its mission is to promote studies, content, and initiatives around cyberspace from a rights-based, security, and information-protection perspective, working across technical, legal, regulatory, political, and communicational disciplines without partiality toward civil society, the private sector, or government. The foundation does not develop commercial technology products; instead, it organizes and coordinates conferences, workshops, seminars, and awareness sessions on cybersecurity, cybercrime prevention, and safe internet practices. Its activities are delivered free of charge and funded through grants, sponsorships, and institutional partnerships rather than through a commercial pricing or revenue model.

The foundation's primary constituents are Argentine government institutions, law enforcement agencies, and judicial bodies, with named engagements including the Honorable Senado de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, ARBA, the Defensoría of Buenos Aires, the Honorable Cámara de Diputados de la Nación, INTERPOL Argentina, IUPFA, AMFJN, and the Legislature of Río Negro, alongside academic partners such as UNNOBA. Its programming spans policy development, information security controls, cybercrime investigation training, digital forensics awareness, and child/adolescent internet safety, with flagship events including the CILCD International Congress Against Cybercrime (2018, 2019) and participation in the United Nations Open-ended Working Group on Cyber Issues in New York in 2019.

The go-to-market motion is community-led and event-driven: CAPA 8 convenes through direct institutional partnerships rather than commercial distribution, with marketing reach limited to an Instagram account (@fundacioncapa8) and the WordPress-based capa8.org website. Technology footprint is minimal — no proprietary platform, no API, no SDK, no app, and no AI/ML capabilities are disclosed. The foundation's strategic significance lies less in technology and more in its role as a neutral convener that translates cybersecurity policy and capacity-building across civil, private, and governmental actors in Argentina, with selective international visibility.

Name

CAPA 8 Foundation

Legal name

Fundación CAPA 8

Website

https://capa8.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CAPA 8 Foundation is an Argentine non-profit foundation, founded in 2016, that organizes cybersecurity awareness, training, and policy events for government, law enforcement, judicial bodies, and the general public across Argentina.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Awareness and Training

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs (BPAEANAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Privacy, Data Protection & Cyber Governance (GRC) (BPAHAFAF), Cyber Defense & Information Security (National Security) (BPAIAHAE)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity awareness training
• Cybercrime prevention education
• Information security policy
• Digital safety advocacy
• Cybersecurity capacity building

Headquarters

HQ city

Not specified

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Foundation Operations: As a non-profit foundation, CAPA 8 operates through grants, sponsorships, and institutional partnerships. Revenue is generated through support from government entities, private sector partnerships, and possibly donations to fund cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

CAPA 8 Foundation organizes and coordinates cybersecurity awareness, education, and training activities in Argentina, including conferences, workshops, seminars, and awareness campaigns aimed at law enforcement, judicial professionals, government agencies, universities, and the general public. Its named programs include the CILCD International Congress on Fighting Cybercrime, the FAPLA annual AML/CTF prevention conference, and policy development workshops such as CPCIBA SEGINF. The foundation also engages in international cybersecurity policy discussions, including participation in the United Nations OEWG on cyber issues.

Product overview

CAPA 8 Foundation (Fundación CAPA 8 – FC8) is a non-profit civil foundation focused on cybersecurity awareness, education, and policy advocacy rather than commercial product development. The organization provides training programs, workshops, seminars, and conferences on cybersecurity, cyberdelinquency prevention, and safe internet practices for various sectors including law enforcement, judicial professionals, government agencies, and the general public. Their activities include organizing international congresses, awareness campaigns, professional specialization programs, and collaborative initiatives with governmental and private sector organizations to promote a free, open, and secure cyberspace.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CILCD - Congreso Internacional de Lucha contra el Ciberdelito (International Congress on Fighting Cybercrime) Annual international congress focused on fighting cybercrime, organized in collaboration with CPCIBA, targeting law enforcement, judicial professionals, government officials, and cybersecurity practitioners in Argentina.
• FAPLA - Encuentro Anual sobre prevención del lavado de activos y financiación del terrorismo (Annual Conference on AML/CTF Prevention) Annual conference on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing prevention, supported by CAPA 8 as part of its awareness activities.
• CPCIBA SEGINF - Information Security Policy Development Workshops Workshops on the development, control, and implementation of information security policies, organized in partnership with CPCIBA for professional audiences.
• Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Awareness Sessions for Law Enforcement and Judicial Forces Tailored awareness and training sessions on AWS security, cybercrime investigation, and digital evidence handling, delivered to Argentine law enforcement and judicial institutions including INTERPOL Argentina, IUPFA, AMFJN, and the Defensoría de la Provincia de Buenos Aires.
• Public Cybersecurity Awareness Programs for Children, Adolescents, and General Public Awareness programs aimed at educating children, adolescents, families, and the general public about online risks, internet safety, and cyber threats, organized in collaboration with municipalities and provincial bodies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Since 2016, organized and coordinated activities including conferences, workshops, and awareness sessions across Argentina

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• CISCOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupported the 2018 Cybersecurity Day for the Argentine Network of Scientific Journalism (RADPC), providing technical expertise and resources for the event focused on cybersecurity awareness.
• United Nations (UN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipated in the Open-ended Working Group on Cyber Issues at the United Nations in New York (2019), contributing to international cybersecurity policy discussions.
• INTERPOL ArgentinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with INTERPOL Argentina to develop AWS security awareness sessions for law enforcement and judicial forces in 2018.
• OWASP FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with OWASP Patagonia chapter to organize cybersecurity events, including the 2017 OWASP Viedma event at the Legislature of Río Negro Province.
• ICANNminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated on 2017 training sessions on internet infrastructure and security in AWS environments, with ICANN providing specialized training for law enforcement and judicial forces.
• Consejo Profesional de Ciencias Informáticas de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (CPCIBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple joint awareness events including the 1st and 2nd International Congress on Fighting Cybercrime (CILCD) in 2018 and 2019, and awareness sessions in Mar del Plata.
• Gobierno de la Provincia de Buenos AirescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing collaboration with various provincial government bodies including the Senate, tax authority (ARBA), and ombudsman office for cybersecurity awareness and training programs.
• Honorable Cámara de Diputados de la Nación ArgentinacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted CLOUD ACT debate in the Delia Parodi Hall of the Argentine Chamber of Deputies in 2018, supporting legislative understanding of international cloud computing regulations.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Organization of American States (OAS) Cyber Security Program: Inter-governmental program that builds cybersecurity capacity and trains law enforcement and policymakers across the Americas. Highly comparable to CAPA 8 given its parallel regional focus, government/law enforcement training audience, and cybercrime-policy remit.
• OWASP Foundation: Global nonprofit dedicated to cybersecurity awareness, education, and open-source security tooling. Direct comparable to Fundación CAPA 8 — they are literal partners (OWASP Patagonia chapter co-hosted OWASP Viedma 2017 with CAPA 8) and share a community-driven awareness/training model.
• Center for Internet Security (CIS): US-based nonprofit that publishes security best practices (CIS Controls), operates the MS-ISAC for government entities, and runs awareness programs. Strong comparable as a nonprofit serving government/institutional audiences with awareness and standards work.
• Global Cyber Alliance: Nonprofit, multi-stakeholder initiative delivering concrete cybersecurity tools and awareness programs globally. Comparable to CAPA 8 as a similarly structured nonprofit (not a vendor) that drives adoption of cybersecurity best practices across institutions and the public.
• (ISC)²: International nonprofit association of certified cybersecurity professionals (CISSP, etc.). Comparable to CAPA 8 as a non-commercial, member/community-driven organization focused on professional cybersecurity capacity building, awareness, and credentials.
• ISACA: Global professional association for IT governance, risk, cybersecurity, and audit professionals. Comparable as a membership/awareness organization delivering training, certifications, and policy frameworks — overlapping strongly with CAPA 8's CPCIBA-style engagement and GRC policy training.

Others

• FIRST (Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams): Global association of incident response and security teams from government, academia, and the private sector. Comparable as a community-led nonprofit building cybersecurity capacity, but focused on CSIRTs and technical response rather than awareness/training for the general public.
• Internet Society (ISOC): Global nonprofit focused on internet governance, policy, and an open, secure internet. Adjacent comparable — overlaps with CAPA 8's policy/awareness mission and tracks similar themes at UN/international forums, but is enabling/advocacy rather than a direct training peer.

Broad incumbents

• SANS Institute: Large established provider of cybersecurity training, certifications, and research. Relevant peer because CAPA 8 delivers awareness/security training (including AWS sessions), though SANS operates at much greater commercial scale and breadth.
• EC-Council: Major commercial cybersecurity certification and training body (CEH, CHFI, etc.). Comparable as a cybersecurity training provider serving practitioners, judicial/law enforcement audiences, and policymakers — but commercially scaled, unlike CAPA 8's nonprofit model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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