Held for the first time outside the United States
Dubai hosts CyberTech Global for cybersecurity
The Dubai government is making many contributions in the field of digital transformation.
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In order to consolidate Dubai's position as a leading global city in various fields, including the information security sector and digital space, and in support of the conference industry, Dubai is hosting, for the first time in the region, the eighth edition of the Cybertech Global 2021 exhibition and conference 2021, the largest forum for the cybersecurity sector to be held outside The United States, during the period from 5 to 7 April this year, at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, with the participation and participation of 50 delegations and 52 companies from around the world.
The organization of this global event, the most prominent of its kind in the world in the field of cybersecurity, highlights the efforts made by Dubai in this field, as Dubai was a pioneer in launching specialized digital initiatives, the most recent of which was the "Dubai Cyber Security Strategy" launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, with the aim of providing integrated protection against cybersecurity risks and supporting innovation in cyberspace, which enhances the emirate’s growth and economic prosperity.
The exhibition and conference, hosted by the Dubai Center for Electronic Security and organized by “Cyber-Tech”, brings together a group of experts in the digital field from around the world, as it includes many ancient and emerging companies as well as government institutions and organizations, and senior decision-makers, to discuss cooperation opportunities, as well as challenges. Changing cyberspace.
The Director General of the Dubai Center for Electronic Security, Yousef Hamad Al Shaibani, affirmed that “the Dubai Cyber Security Center, by hosting this event, contributes to consecrating Dubai’s international presence at the core of the digital revolution,” noting that “Dubai government makes many contributions in the field of digital transformation, and seeks To enhance cooperation and share their experiences with various countries and regions, regionally and globally. ”
He said: “This conference comes as the world approaches the exit from the (Covid-19) pandemic, and is working to anticipate its repercussions at various levels. This pandemic has highlighted the role that digital technology plays in our lives and the tangible impact that it can make.”
For his part, the founder of Cybertech Global, Amir Rapaport, affirmed: “The launch of the first version of (Cybertech Global) in Dubai and the UAE, which is the version that is being organized for the first time in one of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, is a great success for the joint cooperation with the Dubai Cyber Security Center and many others. Of the UAE institutions and international organizations that will undoubtedly contribute to the success of this event ».
Topics and sessions
The topics of the CyberTech Global 2021 exhibition and conference deal with the changes brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, which have contributed to the increasing reliance on technology in various fields of work, as well as shed light on the challenges and implications of cybersecurity in a wide range of sectors and disciplines such as technology. Finance, retail, insurance, aviation, economics and politics.
Experts expect that this year will witness more transformations and increasing challenges, especially with the increase in cyber attacks, and the impact they may have on various sectors, and the event will include an exhibition for specialized international companies, along with the emerging companies pavilion dedicated to innovative companies.
Special sessions and events during this edition will address multiple axes, including artificial intelligence, advanced technologies for the Internet of things, big data, cloud computing and their reflection on the development of various sectors, including health, insurance, the financial sector, telecommunications, smart transportation, and others.
Youssef Al-Shaibani:
• “We seek to consecrate Dubai’s presence at the core of the digital revolution by hosting international events that serve the sector.”
The world's largest forum in cybersecurity consolidates Dubai's position as a leader in the field of cybersecurity.
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