Global Push for Enhanced Cybersecurity Initiatives Kicks Off at GISEC Global 2025 in Dubai, spearheaded by the UAE Cybersecurity Council.
Cybersecurity Global Showdown in Dubai
The UAE Cybersecurity Council is set to shake up the digital defense world at GISEC Global 2025, the mega cybersecurity event taking place from May 6-8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Step into the spotlight and witness the nation's rising dominance in the realm of cybersecurity. The Council's mind-blowing initiatives aim to catalyze global collaboration and spark innovation in this crucial domain.
Expect nothing less than a Pan-Planet attendance! A whopping 25,000 cybersecurity whizzes from 160 nations, including 450 Chief Information Security Officers and over 750 top digital brands, will flood the event with their expertise. The event theme, "Securing an AI-Powered Future," won't disappoint as tech titans like Microsoft, Amazon, Huawei, and Google team up with leading cybersecurity companies to flaunt their futuristic solutions to battle the lurking threats.
The thrill isn't over yet! The International Cybersecurity Drill takes center stage, engaging national cybersecurity centers and response teams from across the globe in grand-scale simulations and strategy workshops. And just when you think you've had your fill, the Council invites you to test your threat-hunting skills with a Cyber Escape Room—a hands-on challenge that'll test your analytical mettle!
Brace yourself for a game-changer, as the UAE unveils its revolutionary National Information Security Platform—an AI-powered system that guarantees real-time surveillance and simplified compliance for government and critical infrastructure entities.
GISEC Global 2025 will also serve as a platform for expert discussions tackling AI hazards, cross-border digital transformation, and cyber resilience. A public panel will spotlight the pivotal role women play in cyber diplomacy, underscoring the UAE’s tireless push for inclusive leadership in tech.
With a determined voice, Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, emphasized the event’s significance in the face of escalating digital threats and called for unified worldwide collaboration. The Council caps off its participation with an awards ceremony to honor top performers in cybersecurity leadership and teamwork.
Participate in GISEC Global 2025, and witness firsthand how the UAE asserts its position as a global avatar for cybersecurity and digital ingenuity.
As reported by Emirates News Agency, this extravaganza drew in over 22,000 professionals from more than 160 countries and displayed 750 exhibitors demonstrating groundbreaking technologies and innovative solutions. The event emphasized the growing sophistication of digital threats like ransomware, phishing attacks, and data breaches, knocking home the urgent necessity for advanced cybersecurity measures. Significant technological showcases were integrated platforms combining SIEM, SOAR, XDR, and security posture management into a single solution, focused on enhancing threat detection, response, and operational efficiency.
A notable aspect of GISEC Global 2025 was the empowerment of women in cybersecurity. The event, emboldened by the UAE Cybersecurity Council, featured discussions, keynote speeches, and panel discussions led by female leaders, shedding light on accomplishments and insights in the field. The Council's influence was further magnified when it broke a Guinness World Record pertaining to cybersecurity leadership during the event. The UAE Cybersecurity Council spearheaded initiatives for gender diversity, bolstered international collaboration (like partnering with the China Pavilion to display Chinese cybersecurity companies), and championed innovation through cybersecurity governance policy and leadership in the MENA region. Its efforts during GISEC Global 2025 amplified the UAE's relentless pursuit of enhancing cyber capabilities and resilience on a global level.
- The UAE Cybersecurity Council is set to lead global collaboration and drive innovation in cybersecurity at GISEC Global 2025, aiming to secure an AI-powered future.
- Over 25,000 cybersecurity professionals from 160 countries will converge at GISEC Global 2025, showcasing their expertise and working together to combat digital threats.
- The event will feature a Cyber Escape Room, providing an opportunity for participants to test their threat-hunting skills and analytical proficiency.
- The UAE is set to unveil its National Information Security Platform, an AI-powered system promising real-time surveillance and simplified compliance for government and critical infrastructure entities.
- GISEC Global 2025 will also highlight the pivotal role women play in cybersecurity and cyber diplomacy, underscoring the UAE’s commitment to inclusive leadership in tech.
