AI-driven security takes center stage at GISEC 2025 with Huawei

Sultan Mahmood, Chief Security and Privacy Officer at Huawei Gulf North, discusses the rising sophistication of cyber threats and the role of AI-driven solutions in securing the digital landscape. At GISEC 2025, he emphasises the importance of collaboration and Huawei’s commitment to enhancing cyber resilience through unified security approaches for businesses and governments.

Rima Taha, Director of Comms, Huawei ME & CA

To truly ‘Accelerate Action’ for IWD 2025, the tech industry needs to implement real changes. First, hire fairly, with equal opportunity and unbiased practices. Second, invest in long-term mentoring programs & in women-led initiatives to empower women to grow in their careers. Third, create inclusive workplaces & implement gender-responsive policies, where everyone feels safe and valued. And last, set clear, measurable goals for leadership levels. By taking these proactive steps today, the tech industry can actually drive real change and build a truly equal future.

“Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, it is an issue of national security” – Aloysius Cheang, Huawei

GITEX 2024: Aloysius Cheang, Chief Security Officer at Huawei Middle East & Central Asia, highlights the cybersecurity products the Chinese ICT leader is demonstrating at GITEX, Huawei’s dual-concept of ‘AI for Security and Security for AI’ – and how cybersecurity should now be viewed as a national security issue following an increase in attacks on critical infrastructure.

GET TAHAWULTECH.COM IN YOUR INBOX

The free newsletter covering the top industry headlines