DUBAI, 26th December, 2025 (WAM) — Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Executive Officer of Fortinet, a global pioneer in integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions. The meeting explored advanced areas of cooperation to strengthen cybersecurity resilience and […]
Gambit Cyber, an emerging leader in AI-native preemptive cybersecurity, today announced the successful close of its US$ 3.4 million seed funding round, led by Expeditions, the leading early-stage investor in European security, with participation of Bitdefender Voyager Ventures, the early-stage investment arm of global cybersecurity leader Bitdefender, backing startups in cybersecurity, automation, and data-driven technologies. This investment […]
ABU DHABI, 11th December, 2025 (WAM) — The National Media Office (NMO) and the UAE Cybersecurity Council have signed a strategic cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening institutional partnership and developing an integrated framework that aligns national media capabilities with cybersecurity requirements amid the growing scale and complexity of cyber threats. The initiative seeks to bolster […]
ABU DHABI, 4th November, 2025 (WAM) — In a move to strengthen global cyber protection and safeguard financial stability, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) hosted the Cybersecurity Seminar and the 2nd Cybersecurity Drill for BRICS Central Banks. The two-day event, held in collaboration with the Brazil’s 2025 BRICS Presidency, took place at the […]
DUBAI, 17th October, 2025 (WAM) – Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, emphasised that the hosting of GITEX GLOBAL 2025 reflects the UAE’s global leadership in digital and tech sectors and its vital role in reshaping the global digital landscape. He highlighted the UAE’s visionary approach to AI and […]
DUBAI, 16th October, 2025 (WAM) — As climate disasters continue to cause disruptions across industries, the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025 convened experts in Dubai to pinpoint the most promising emerging technologies that can strengthen the planet’s resilience in the face of climate risks. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa […]
DUBAI, 15th October, 2025 (WAM) – The Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation has signed a cooperation agreement with the UAE Cybersecurity Council in the field of information security, exchange of expertise, and technical knowledge, on the sidelines of GITEX GlOBAL 2025 in Dubai. Under the agreement, the two parties will strengthen their frameworks of […]
DUBAI, 14th October, 2025 (WAM) — Participants and experts at the 2025 Annual Cybersecurity Meeting, held in conjunction with the Global Future Councils 2025, affirmed the strategic importance of cybersecurity and the need to enhance international cooperation and partnerships between the public and private sectors in line with the evolving global landscape. They stressed the […]
ABU DHABI, 12th October, 2025 (WAM) — The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned that neglecting to secure smartphones and other smart devices, or engaging in unsafe digital practices, can expose users to cyberattacks. The council noted that these devices have become essential tools for banking, government services and everyday communications. The council said that 60 […]
DUBAI, 3rd October, 2025 (WAM) — The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a new series of discussion sessions in Jordan, under its “KnowTalks” initiative. The series covers topics ranging from strategy development and corporate social responsibility (CSR) to cybersecurity and the […]
HANGZHOU, 27th September, 2025 (WAM) — Emirati companies specialising in innovation, artificial intelligence, digital economy, FinTech and smart government solutions are showcasing innovations at the Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, China, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, AI and digital services. The pavilion of HexaPrime, a UAE-based cybersecurity firm, attracted strong visitor interest by […]
DUBAI, 24th September, 2025 (WAM) — The Dubai Technological and Digital Leaders Majlis, held as part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum, explored ways to accelerate digital transformation, advance artificial intelligence applications, and strengthen cybersecurity. Chaired by Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Director-General of Digital Dubai, the Majlis gathered government technology leaders and international experts […]
