Tutorial abstract

In this tutorial, we aim to provide a comprehensive and thorough overview of the recent advances in data engineering and blockchain frameworks and link the capabilities of these ecosystems to future telecommunication systems. Some special features of this tutorial are: a clear link between the data engineering (including data connection, data ingestion, data processing & analysis, data storage, data monitoring & visualisation and data management & orchestration frameworks) ecosystem with telecommunication networks and role of blockchain for B5G, an overview of applications of DLT/blockchain enabled B5G system and how these can be related to data engineering frameworks, the relationship to data science frameworks, and related data engineering and blockchain use cases for telecommunications networks will be discussed. Two example demonstrations will also be demonstrated.

The tutorial will cover an in-depth study of convergence of data engineering and blockchain for B5G/6G networks. The first part will be background information on data engineering and blockchain and the second part will be on the application of those technologies to B5G/6G use cases. In the second part, there will be a step-by-step demonstration of one of the demos during the second part of the tutorial. The participants do not need to have any prerequisite components. Application of data engineering and blockchain concepts in the application of telecommunication networks is an emerging topic and will be most important in the coming years as well. The attendees to this tutorial will have the chance to learn more about data engineering and blockchain for networking and its applications from the perspective of telecommunication operators.

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Madhusanka Liyanage received the Doctor of Technology degree in communication engineering from the University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland, in 2016. He is an Associate Professor/Ad Astra Fellow and the Director of the Graduate Research, School of Computer Science, University College Dublin, Ireland. He is leading the Network Softwarization and Security Labs, UCD School of Computer Science which mainly focuses on the security and privacy of future mobile networks, including 5G and 6G. He is also acting as a Docent/Adjunct Professor with the Center for Wireless Communications, University of Oulu and a Honorary Adjunct Professor with the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, and the University of Sri Jayawardhanepura, Sri Lanka. His research interests are 5G/6G, blockchain, network security, AI, explainable AI, federated learning, network slicing, Internet of Things, and multiaccess edge computing.

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Engin Zeydan received the PhD degree in February 2011 from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ, USA. Since November 2018, he has been with the Communication Networks Division of the CTTC working as a Senior Researcher. He was a part-time instructor at Electrical and Electronics Engineering department of Ozyegin University Istanbul, Turkey between January 2015 and June 2018. He is currently the Project Coordinator of the Horizon Europe UNITY-6G European Project (January 2025-December 2027). He was the Project Coordinator of the Horizon 2020 MonB5G European Project (November 2021-April 2023). He is co-author of over 150+ papers in international journals and conferences and 12 patents (11 granted in Turkish Patent Institute and 1 granted under European Patent Office). His research areas include data engineering/science for telecommunication networks.

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Future Internet cybersecurity and associated services for end users might be completely transformed by the Web3 paradigm. Smart contracts, tokens, and blockchain are the foundation of this paradigm shift. The influence also extends to the upcoming underlying communication networks, such as Advanced 5G and 6G. According to the most significant security authorities (such as NIST, ENISA, etc.), the keynote address will outline the essential Web3 characteristics and their implications for the security of the next platforms, data, and communication networks BY5G and 6G. Along with its privacy and security problems, the enabling applications—such as Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAO), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT), and Decentralised Apps (dAPP)—will also be examined. The security issues managed by web3-based technologies are also evidenced, together with their integration with goal-oriented semantic network approach and AI/ML techniques. Finally, the Web3 Open topics and challenges will be the subject of conclusions.

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Alessandro Vizzarri received a degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Bologna, a PhD in Telecommunication Engineering and Microelectronics from the University of Rome Tor Vergata, and a post-lauream diploma from the Superior Institute of Communication (Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, Rome). He is a Professor of Telecommunications at the University of Rome Tor Vergata (Italy). He is/was a Manager Consultant for vendor, manufacturing, and consultancy companies operating in the ICT market, in particular wireless networks (UMTS/HSPA, LTE, WiFi,..), Broadcast Networks (DVB-S/T/H), Digital Transmissions, Project Management, Business Management. He is/was a Senior Project Manager in several research projects on ICT technologies at European and international levels. His research interests include Wireless (5G/BY5G/6G), Non-Terrestrial (LEO/HAPS/UAV) and Broadcast Networks, Radio Network Planning, O-RAN, QoS/QoE, interoperability, Goal-oriented Semantic Networks, Blockchain and Web3 Security, Digital Economy, Entrepreneurship, Regulation and Standardization. He is President of the Italian Association of Telecommunication Engineers (AICT) and a member of the Order of Engineers in Rome (Italy). He was the Professional & Career Activities Coordinator at the IEEE Italy Section.

Tutorial abstract

This tutorial offers a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to mobile forensics through the use of XAMN, a powerful analytical tool designed to visualise and interpret data acquired from mobile devices. As mobile technology becomes increasingly central to modern life, mobile devices are now critical sources of digital evidence in both criminal and civil investigations. This tutorial aims to equip participants with the foundational skills required to navigate the complex landscape of mobile forensic analysis.

Throughout the session, participants will explore the core capabilities of XAMN, including the ability to view, search, filter, and correlate large volumes of data acquired from smartphones, tablets, and other mobile platforms. By working through realistic forensic scenarios, participants will practice identifying key mobile device identifiers such as IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), IMSI (International Mobile Subscriber Identity), and MAC (Media Access Control) addresses—essential elements in tracing device activity and user identity. Participants will also learn how to apply various filters and search parameters within XAMN to pinpoint specific artefacts, such as messages, call logs, media files, app usage, and location data. These skills are crucial for narrowing down large datasets to uncover relevant evidence efficiently. Additionally, the tutorial reinforces best practices for handling digital evidence, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring that findings are presented in a forensically sound and legally defensible manner.

By the end of this tutorial, participants will not only be familiar with the XAMN interface and functionality but also understand how mobile forensic tools can support broader investigative goals across various legal and security contexts.

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Soraya is a digital forensics expert with extensive experience in mobile and computer forensics, anti-forensics, and incident response. As a senior lecturer at the University of Portsmouth, she teaches digital forensics to both students and professionals, combining academic theory with hands-on practice. She volunteers with Hampshire Constabulary and works freelance with HMP Prisons in the south-east, applying her forensic skills in real-world investigations. Her background includes roles at Microsoft and Cisco, highlighting her command of industry-standard technologies. Soraya also trains law enforcement and private sector clients, and coaches students in cyber competitions like Hackathons and Cyber912, where her teams have placed alongside top UK universities. Her work reflects a strong commitment to both the practice and teaching of digital forensics.