Saudi NCA unveils new program to revolutionize cybersecurity landscape

Saudi NCA unveils new program to revolutionize cybersecurity landscape

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has launched the National Program for Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) in cybersecurity to revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape by empowering the Cybersecurity RDI ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. The program aims to accelerate the growth and impact of promising cyber research and bolster the development of innovative solutions for present and […]The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has launched the National Program for Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) in cybersecurity to revolutionize the cybersecurity landscape by empowering the Cybersecurity RDI ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.

The program aims to accelerate the growth and impact of promising cyber research and bolster the development of innovative solutions for present and emerging cybersecurity challenges.

The Authority said that the program also intends to harness the power of national and international partnerships within the cybersecurity ecosystem.

Embarking on this transformative journey to leap forward in cybersecurity, NCA has revealed the program’s first phase by announcing three high-impact initiatives, “Cyber Research and Innovation Pioneer Grants”, “Cyber Industry Research Grants”, and “Cyber Innovation Bridges”.

According to the statement, “The program targets diverse stakeholders, including universities, research institutions, cybersecurity experts, researchers, and students specializing in cybersecurity, prioritizing eight national cybersecurity RDI areas, focusing on NextGen Cyber Defense, Cyber Resilience,