Rob Lee, Chief of Research and Head of Faculty at SANS Institute, explores the rising AI-driven threats organisations must prepare for and the crucial security controls needed to adopt AI technologies securely. He also highlights SANS’ initiatives to guide businesses in navigating the AI security landscape.
Justin Endres, Chief Revenue Officer at Seclore, discusses the company’s strategic presence at GISEC 2025, unveiling cutting-edge AI-driven data protection solutions and highlighting the shift to data-centric security to address rising cyber threats in the Middle East.
Mandar Patil, Founding Member and SVP of Global Sales and Customer Success at Cyble, unveils the company’s cutting-edge AI-powered platform at GISEC 2025, addressing rising cyber threats in the Middle East. From proactive threat intelligence to unified visibility, Cyble is empowering enterprises, governments, and the cybersecurity community to build a safer digital world.
Pradeep Krishnan Nair, Vice President – IT Security, Finesse and Walid Faour, Senior Security Consultant, Finesse unveil how their 24/7 AI-driven SOC and comprehensive VPT services, including IoT, API, and ATM penetration testing, empower clients to secure their digital investments and thrive in the AI era.
Saif AlRefai, Solutions Engineering Manager at OPSWAT, discusses cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, the role of AI in defending against cyber threats, and the UAE’s proactive stance on securing critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, oil, gas, and government at GISEC 2025. AlRefai elaborates on OPSWAT’s zero-trust approach and the integration of AI in OT and IT security to combat the evolving threat landscape.
OPSWAT CEO Benny Czarny discusses the company’s strategic priorities, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, and a unique training academy focused on protecting critical infrastructure, showcasing their robust platform through live attack simulations.
Mohammad Alkhudari, Founder and CEO of Green Circle, shares groundbreaking insights at GISEC Global 2025, announcing the region’s first AI Cybersecurity Research Centre and showcasing innovative AI-driven solutions to tackle rising complexities and threats in the Middle East and beyond.
Tony Zabaneh, Director of Systems Engineering for the South Middle East, shares insights on Fortinet’s AI-driven solutions, SASE, Zero Trust Access, and strategies to combat machine-powered cyber threats in the Middle East.
Nehal Sharma, Vice President of the Cloud Solutions Group at Redington, discusses the company’s pivotal role in the cybersecurity ecosystem and how its cloud and security offerings are transforming businesses across the Middle East and Africa at GISEC Global 2025.
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.
CPI Media Group’s TahawulTech.com, in association with Hitachi Vantara and supported by Citrix, Veeam, VAD Technologies, and SentinelOne, brought together key technology stakeholders for an exclusive Suhoor networking event on March 19, 2025, at Fairmont The Palm, Dubai. The evening fostered insightful conversations, industry collaborations, and celebrated the spirit of Ramadan.
Gerard Allison, Senior Vice-President of Sales for EMEA at Sophos, discusses the impact of AI-driven security solutions and how businesses can enhance digital resilience. Allison also highlights Sophos’ role in tackling ransomware, securing critical sectors, and leveraging Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to safeguard organisations against evolving cyber threats.
Rehan Shahid, Regional Channel & Alliances Manager – Middle East & Pakistan at Hitachi Vantara, delves into the transformative phases of artificial intelligence. Discover how Hitachi Vantara drives progress and innovation in technological domains as Shahid highlights the critical roles of decision-making, content creation, and generative AI, while emphasizing sustainable practices and the evolution of hybrid cloud environments.
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