Collaboration and innovation is the key to securing a digital future, say experts

Collaboration and innovation is the key to securing a digital future, say experts

Industry leaders in cybersecurity gathered for the first-ever Gulf News Cybersecurity Forum 2023 yesterday. Attendees packed out the Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel for a series of expert panel discussions, enlightening guests on the importance of tackling cyberthreats in the age of digital transformation. David George, Publisher, agnc3 by Gulf News opened the event, emphasising on the importance of cybersecurity and the growing need for open discussions with industry experts. “Cyber attacks have become more sophisticated, relentless, and disruptive than ever so events like the Gulf News Cybersecurity Forum 2023 are of utmost importance. This is a platform to come together, exchange knowledge and experiences, and collaborate on finding innovative solutions to combat the evolving cyberthreats that confront us.” In the opening keynote speech, delivered via video, Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity, UAE Government, said: “It gives me great pleasure to be a part of the Gulf News Cybersecurity Forum 2023 and we thank all of the organisers for making it happen.” Globally, the cybersecurity market is growing and predicted to be worth a staggering $363.05 billion by 2025, according to research by consultancy Mordor Intelligence, further underlining the need for events that raise awareness of the cybersecurity landscape