DUBAI, May 30, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – Cyber Express is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its 3rd World Cyber Con META Edition 2024. Held at Al Habtoor Palace in the heart of Dubai, this groundbreaking event attracted over 100 attendees for over six hours of intensive collaboration and networking. Participants from over 20 different industries demonstrated the widespread relevance and urgency of cybersecurity in today's interconnected world.
The conference provided an important platform to address growing cybersecurity threats in the UAE, which is undergoing major digital transformation. According to Mordor Intelligence, the UAE's cybersecurity market is predicted to grow to approximately US$950 million by 2028, highlighting the growing demand for effective cybersecurity measures.
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The highlight of the conference was the keynote speech by Irene Corpuz, a renowned cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Women in Cyber Security Middle East. Corpuz delivered a compelling speech highlighting the growing risk that cyber attacks pose to startups, highlighting how even small startups have become prime targets for cybercriminals.
World Cybercon META Edition: Diverse sessions and expert panels
This year's World CyberCon featured a diverse range of insightful sessions and expert panel discussions. One of the highlights was a fascinating panel discussion led by Jo Mikleus, Senior Vice President at Cyble. The panel featured renowned female cyber experts such as Irene Corpuz, Sithembile Songo, Eng. Dina AlSalamen, and Afra Mohammed Almansoori. They discussed the transformative impact of AI on cyber security and highlighted its critical role in advancing threat management and security measures.
(LR: Dina Alsalamen, VP and Head of Cyber and Information Security at Bank ABC; Irene Corpuz, Co-Founder, Women in Cyber Security Middle East; Sithembile (Nkosi) Songo, Chief Information Security Officer, ESKOM; Ahura Mohammed AlMansouri, Business Analyst, Digital Dubai; Joe Mikreus, Senior Vice President, Cyble Inc. (Moderator))
Experts took an in-depth look at how AI and ML technologies are transforming threat detection and response capabilities in cybersecurity. They shared use cases of behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and automated incident response, demonstrating how these technologies are being used to strengthen security frameworks.
Celebrating Excellence: META Cybersecurity Awards
Award ceremony
The event also celebrated achievements within the cybersecurity community through a prestigious awards ceremony. We offer our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners for their pioneering contributions to the field. The awards highlight the excellence and innovation that drives the cybersecurity field forward.
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all our speakers, participants and partners, including Cyble Inc. and Synax Technologies, who played an important role in making the conference a success.
The attendance and support of the Ministry of Interior (MoI) greatly enriched the discussions and outcomes of the event. We would like to thank Mariam Alhammadi, SOC Manager at the Ministry of Interior, and Saeed M. AlShebli, Deputy Director of the Digital Security Department, for their valuable contributions and insights.
Augustin Kurian, Editor-in-Chief of Cyber Express, expressed his gratitude, saying: “The support and engagement from the entire cybersecurity community has been truly incredible. This year's conference was not only a huge success in terms of knowledge sharing, but also highlighted Dubai's role as a leading tech hub in facing the global digital challenges. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all the participants and to Dubai for their exceptional hospitality.”
Augustin Kurian, Editor-in-Chief, Cyber Express
World CyberCon META Edition has solidified its position as a must-attend event on the cybersecurity calendar. The 3rd World CyberCon was a testament to the dynamic and collaborative spirit of the cybersecurity community.
The conference provided an important platform to share knowledge, address pressing challenges and explore innovative solutions. Combining expert insights, collaborative discussions and recognition of excellence, World CyberCon continues to play a key role in advancing cybersecurity resilience.
Networking during high tea
Future outlook
Cyber Express is excited to continue to facilitate these important discussions in upcoming editions. The success of this year's World CyberCon META edition sets a high standard for future editions, promising even more compelling content, expert insights, and collaboration opportunities. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the importance of such gatherings cannot be overstated.
These not only provide a forum for addressing current challenges but also pave the way for future innovations and solutions in cybersecurity.
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