KUWAIT: Under the patronage of the National Cyber Security Center, the Cyber First Kuwait Conference explored Kuwait’s cybersecurity landscape to unveil strategies for safeguarding the country’s digital future, aligning with the New Kuwait Vision 2035 in digital transformation. The conference gathered cybersecurity experts, including luminaries in information security, risk, compliance, forensics, and cyber law with the aim of fostering collaboration across public and private sectors in a shared goal to stand against the threats posed by malicious cyber attacks.

During her keynote speech, Taiba Al-Qabandi, Vice President for Governance and Risk Management at NCSC, highlighted the critical role of cybersecurity in this era, as cyber threats haven’t been just targeted toward individuals, but toward institutions and entire countries. She stressed the National Cyber Security Center’s commitment to cooperating with local and international stakeholders in cybersecurity so as to create a secure digital environment. This collaboration aims to promote development, prosperity, and the digital economy while maintaining the trust of operators and investors in information and communication technology.

Attendees register for the confrence.

Taiba Al-Qabandi is picture with other participants during the VIP exhibition tour.

According to her, the importance of this event lies in providing a platform to exchange and share best technological practices, keeping abreast of the latest developments to enhance the security and protection of the digital environment against rapidly evolving cyber threats and attacks. Presenting panel discussions and keynote presentations, the conference discussed various topics ranging from aligning Kuwait’s National Cybersecurity Strategy with Vision 2035 to navigating cybersecurity in the era of AI and securing critical infrastructure.

In recognition of the cybersecurity, leaders, innovators, solution providers, and influencers, the Cyber First Kuwait awards were granted to the cybersecurity heroes of today. In response to escalating cyber threats, the Kuwaiti government has instituted the National Cyber Security Strategy, prioritizing cybersecurity at the forefront of its national agenda.

The collaborative efforts between the Kuwaiti government and the private sector to enhance cybersecurity maturity are yielding significant results. The introduction of the National Cybersecurity Strategy complements the private sector’s increased investment in cybersecurity measures. Projections for 2024 estimate that Kuwait’s cybersecurity market will generate an impressive revenue of approximately $2.405 million.