Today, GITEX Global 2023 brings together global cybersecurity experts to discuss how to address the pressing challenge of cybercrime, which is expected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.
Ransomware, cryptocurrency crime, and risks associated with generative AI represent significant threats that require the intervention of CISOs and security professionals in the digital age.
doctor. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the Cybersecurity Department of the UAE Government, gave a speech at the ceremony in which he highlighted the role of digital transformation in strengthening the framework of cooperation between sectors in the UAE.
Kuwait stressed the importance of the national efforts made by the UAE Cybersecurity Council and how it works with its partners to protect individuals and institutions from potential threats.
Kuwait said: “We are committed to continuing innovation and building partnerships with companies, countries and governments. Our vision is to create an enabling environment for cooperation, work and service around the world. »
Cybersecurity in the age of artificial intelligence
During Huawei's participation in the exhibition, the company showcased its advanced capabilities and solutions in the field of network security to address the advanced threats that companies and countries face in the digital transformation.
Regarding the cybersecurity risks posed by the rapidly developing field of artificial intelligence, Dr. said: Jiang, Huawei's head of security for the Middle East and Central Asia: "Generative AI can help improve security networks, but there can also be vulnerabilities and risks." Possible. “Businesses, governments and society must proactively address these risks, regulate the ethical use of generative AI in cybersecurity and create strong governance frameworks for these practices.”
doctor. Jiang called for strengthening cooperation and information exchange between companies to effectively respond to cyber threats. “We need to mobilize and focus our efforts to create a data security governance framework and adopt a ‘data-driven’ model to respond to cyber threats,” he said. “Any new technology comes along, whether it's the cloud or any of these technologies,” A.I.
The exhibition included a dialogue session entitled “Cybersecurity at the heart of digital transformation,” in which Mohammed Al-Kuwaiti and Amer Sharaf, Executive Director of the Cybersecurity Systems and Services Sector at the Cybersecurity Center in Dubai, participated. Nathan Swain, former UK Government Security Chief, Transport Brunei, Minister of Communications and IT Pengiran Dato' Shamhari Mustapha and Minister of Communications and Digital Economy of the Republic of Brunei Othman Bah Gambia.
Conference participants discussed how to achieve a balance between security and innovation in the digital age. Together, they stressed the importance of cooperation with public and private institutions and the need to continue investing in cybersecurity.
GITEX Global 2023 witnessed the first global launch of GITEX Cyber Valley, the largest cybersecurity event of the year, organized by the UAE Cyber Security Council.
GITEX Cyber Valley also hosts several hackathon events, where more than 500 ethical hackers participate in five challenges to solve global technology problems.
Event attendees can also explore X-Labs Security, a state-of-the-art platform that hosts in-depth technical discussions and demonstrations of the latest products.
GITEX Global 2023 will also attract some of the most famous cybersecurity companies, including Huawei, NetScout, ESET, Kaspersky, Norton, Palo Alto Networks, FortiNet and many others, to showcase their effective solutions to protect the company's most valuable data.
Self-driving mobility and extreme sports
Autonomous mobility technology is making significant progress and is known for its potential to reshape transportation. As part of the exhibition, the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) today unveiled a prototype of the Dharara Super Formula race car ahead of the first self-driving race in April 2024 at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi.
doctor. “The Dallara Super Formula car is equipped with autonomous systems that allow you to learn about your surroundings and drive better,” said Tom McCarthy, managing director of Aspire, the research, development and project management arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council. Self-discipline on the Circuit Pierre Piaz. The Abu Dhabi Auto Racing League is an important achievement for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the entire United Arab Emirates, as it paves the way for revolutionary innovation in the mobility sector through the extreme sports portal.
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