CyberX Mena: Leading Cyber Security Event 2025, Dubai, UAE

EVENT OVERVIEW

50,000 electronic attacks countered daily by UAE Cybersecurity Council

223,800 assets ‘exposed’ to cyberattacks as AI-driven attacks rise

UAE Sees 32% Rise in Ransomware Attacks in 2024

The biggest cybersecurity gathering in Kuwait and Middle East

The Conference

The People

Best cybersecurity place to network and gain business

The Exhibition

The MENA cybersecurity market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by digital transformation and high-profile threats, with solutions accounting for over 52% of the market in 2025. The UAE and Saudi Arabia are the dominant markets, with major investments from BFSI and government sectors. Large enterprises hold roughly 52%–68% of the market share, focusing on network security and cloud-based solutions.

The Middle East and Africa is a major target for cybercriminals, with the region facing a high volume of attacks, driving the demand for specialized security services and robust solutions. The market is transforming from on-premise, which had a 61.65% share in 2025, towards more agile, cloud-based security solutions.

The market is heavily driven by the need to secure critical infrastructure, accelerating digital adoption, and increased frequency of cyberattacks.

WHO WILL ATTEND?

TARGET SECTORS

Government &
Public Sector

Banking, Financial
Services & Insurance

Healthcare &
Pharmaceuticals

Oil, Gas &
Energy

Retail and
E-commerce

Aviation &
Transportation

Manufacturing & Industrial
(ICS/OT Security)

Real Estate &
Smart Cities

Education &
Research Institutions

JOB TITLES

Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Officers

Chief Technology Officer

Chief Data Officer

Chief Compliance Officer

VP/Director of Cybersecurity

VP/Director of Information Security

VP/Director of IT & Infrastructure

Head of Security Operations

Head of Threat Intelligence

Head of Incident Response

Head of Cloud Security

Head of Identity & Access Management

Head of OT/ICS Security

Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) Specialist

AGENDA

11:00 - 11:05

Welcome Address by the Organizer

11:10 - 11:40

MENA Leadership Panel Discussion: Role of leadership in an uncertain scenarios

Strengthening cross-functional collaboration during crises
Embedding agility into business processes
Aligning Cybersecurity, Risk & Business Strategy
Elevating Cybersecurity to a boardroom priority

11:45 - 12:00

Reserved for Sponsor: Keynote Presentation

12:05 - 12:20

Reserved for Sponsor: Keynote Presentation

12:25 - 12:55

GRC Panel Discussion: Rethinking business continuity for 2026

Integrating governance, risk, and continuity to ensure business survival
Using analytics for risk prediction and scenario planning
Securing the Extended Enterprise: Third-Party & Supply Chain Cyber Risk

13:00 - 13:05

Closing Address by the Organizer

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