The Good Tech Companies - GISEC Global 2025: Dubai Unites Cyber Defence Leaders Against AI Cybercrime

Episode Date: May 3, 2025

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This audio is presented by Hacker Noon, where anyone can learn anything about any technology. GISEC Global 2025. Dubai unites cyber defense leaders against AI cybercrime. By ZEX Media. From the 6th to the 8th of May 25, 000 plus cybersecurity experts will gather at the Middle East and Africa's largest cybersecurity event to secure the region's digital future against deepfake scams and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities with AI-driven cybercrime and ransomware attacks surging globally, GISEC Global 2025 returns to Dubai from May 6 to 8, bringing together the world's foremost leaders, innovators, and visionaries in a high-stakes effort to secure our digital future. GISEC Global transforms Dubai World Trade Center into the epicenter of cyber security, uniting 450-plus CISOs, 25,000 professionals from 160 countries, and 750-plus brands, from

tech giants like AWS, Huawei, and Microsoft to innovative startups, for MEA's most pivotal cyber event under the theme, securing an AI-powered future. The year 2025 has been declared as the, year of community be His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, calling for collective action in building a connected and empowered society through AI and entrepreneurship. GISEC Global is strengthening the global cybersecurity community by fostering collaboration between governments, enterprises, and experts to secure our digital tomorrow.

The 14th edition brings together critical focus areas from some of the leading players in the industry, including Huawei, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud Security, Cisco, Deloitte, Kaspersky, Checkpoint, Cloudflare and Honeywell, alongside groundbreaking cybersecurity companies such as Spire Solutions, CPX, CyberNight, Link Shadow, OPSWAT, Qualus, CrowdStrike, StrikeReady, and Dreamgroup. The three-day event will reinforce the UAE's position as a world leader in i-innovation and responsible AI deployment in the face of threat actors, blending global expertise with regional priorities, and with a strong emphasis in public-private collaboration, innovation, and talent development. These priorities come at a critical juncture. The World Economic Forum's Global Security Outlook 2025 report, published ahead of GISEC Global

2025, has shown that 66% of organizations view AI as a game-changer in cybersecurity. Nearly half, 47%, warn that generative AI is simultaneously arming hackers with scalable new attack vectors. However, only 14% of organizations feel confidently equipped to respond. These key insights highlight how fast the global cybersecurity market is changing, an ever-growing economic sector that is expected to reach $298.5 billion by 2028, according to Markets and Markets, a significant jump from the $190.4 billion in 2023. Nowhere is this urgency more apparent than in the Middle East, where 45% of organizations

rank cyber risk mitigation as their top operational priority, PWC's 2024 Global Digital Trust Insights Survey. As the region accelerates ITS digital transformation, GISEC Global 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment to shape a secure future. The 2025 edition introduces groundbreaking new features, next general cyber warriors competition, the student hackathon transforms classrooms into cyber defense labs, where young talent tackles real-world scenarios in network security, threat analysis, and incident response. Critical Infrastructure Program The launch of OT Security Conference track addresses the growing convergence of IT and operational technology, offering actionable strategies to protect vital systems from emerging vulnerabilities.

Africa Cyber Resilience Initiative As the continent's digital economy expands, GISEC launches dedicated roundtables with CISOs and national authorities to build continent-wide defenses. GISEC AI Explore polymorphic malware, adversarial AI, and deepfake scams. This year's largest AI and cybersecurity showcase will feature pressing topics including polymorphic malware, adverbial AI, deepfake scams and general AI tech. Launch of GISEC Northstar, Cyber71, in strategic partnership with GISEC Global, will launch a series of high-impact initiatives at the region's largest platform for innovative

cyber security startups. It will provide a dynamic space for cyber security startups to network, attract investment and scale their businesses. Dubai Cyber Challenge, premiering at GISEC Global, organized by DESC, an exclusive, capture-the-flag competition will be held for Dubai government entities as teams go head-to-head across two days, focusing on different trends such as web security, reverse engineering and digital forensics through various challenges. Dubai's hosting of GISEC Global 2025 cements the UAE's position as the World Cyber Security Leader, recently crowned No. 1 in the Global Cyber Security Index 2024. The event serves as both a showcase of the nation's security achievements and a call

to action for international collaboration in our interconnected digital future." H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al-Kuwaiti, head of the UAE Cyber Security Council, said, Gizek Global comes at a critical time as cyber threats grow more prevalent and sophisticated, says he Dr. Mohammed Al-Kuwaiti, head of the UAE Cyber Security Council. In this, year of community, our partnership with G.I.S.E.C. underscores the UAE Cybersecurity Council. In this, year of community, our partnership with GISEC underscores the UAE's commitment to uniting global stakeholders in addressing urgent cybersecurity challenges, from safeguarding data privacy and securing critical networks to countering advanced threats through eye-powered solutions.

Through initiatives like the world's largest global cyber drill and strategic collaborations at GISEC, we are turning the UAE's cybersecurity vision into action, ensuring a resilient digital future for all." H.E. Youssef al-Shabani, director general of Dubai Electronic Security Centre, DESC, said, Dubai's rapid digital transformation is redefining the way we live, work, and connect, making cybersecurity more critical than ever. GIZEC Global 2025 stands as a pivotal gathering where global experts converge to address emerging

threats and pioneer the next generation of cyber resilience. At DESC, we are steadfast in our mission to safeguard Dubai's digital ecosystem by fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and implementing robust cyber defences. "...Our participation in GISEC reflects our commitment to shaping global cybersecurity discourse, sharing expertise, and ensuring that Dubai remains at the forefront of secure and intelligent digital progress." Trixie Loh-Mirmond, EVP of Dubai World Trade Center, GEC Global Organizer, said, Every year, the cybersecurity industry is dealing with new threats and opportunities with GISEC Global at the heart of driving impactful discussion sand action from the

worldwide ecosystem. This year will be no different as webbering the best minds together once again to Dubai World Trade Center to explore ways to not only manage cyber risks effectively, which can have far-reaching implications if not dealt with adequately, but also build a safe future to twill not impact our economies. Sean Young, Global Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection Officer of Huawei, led strategic partner of GISEC Global, said, We are delighted to be extending our long-term partnership with GISEC Global by becoming

its lead strategic partner for the 2025 edition. Huawei is committed to securing our shared digital future with governments, industry organizations, standardization bodies, and enterprises' takeholders. Through such partnerships, we aim to be a reliable partner in the digital and intelligent world and provide our customers with competitive and secure product solutions. GISEC Global is a leading platform to exchange idea-sand expertise, as well as collaborate in building a trustworthy digital environment of various partners that can address the challenges of today and tomorrow. GISEC Global 2025 is hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council and supported by Dubai Electronic Security Center, DESC, UAE Ministry of Interior and Dubai Police. To learn more about GISEC Global 2025, visit www.gisec.a.

About GISEC Global Gizek Global, Middle East and Africa's largest and most impactful cyber security event, will return to Dubai World Trade Center for its 14th edition taking place from 6th to the 8th of May 2025, under the overarching theme of, securing an AI-powered future. Following the monumental success of 2024, the Super Connector event 4th Region Cybersecurity Industry will bring together over 25,000 attendees, 750 exhibiting brands and 350-plus speakers hailing from over 160 countries. GISEC Global stands as the unrivaled platform for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. More information, www.gisec.a

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