Dubai: Dubai Police hosted the inaugural Cybersecurity Forum, bringing together a select group of cybersecurity specialists under a unified vision to protect the digital sphere and enhance readiness against mounting cyber threats. The forum aimed to share expertise, explore best practices, and anticipate the future of digital protection while promoting shared responsibility and strategic partnership.
According to Emirates News Agency, Captain Tahlak emphasized the importance of cybersecurity as a core pillar of national, economic, and societal security amid the rapid global digital transformation. He highlighted the forum as a vital opportunity for collaboration across public and private sectors to create a secure and sustainable digital environment. This environment, he noted, is essential for supporting national development and enabling society to leverage digital opportunities with confidence and trust.
The forum featured a panel session titled ‘Beyond Digital Transformation: Building Cyber Resilience in AI and Cloud Environments,’ moderated by First Lieutenant Ahmed Al Qassim, Head of Cybersecurity Architecture at Dubai Police. Additionally, several technical presentations were conducted by participating entities.
Captain Engineer Abdulrazzaq Ahmad, Head of Information Security Crimes at Dubai Police, provided an overview of Dubai Police’s cybercrime investigations and efforts to combat digital threats. Muhammad Ibrahim, Information Security Officer at Trend Micro, presented the company’s latest integrated cyber defense solutions and protective measures for digital infrastructure. Carlos Ferrater, Senior AI Engineer at Airia, discussed the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing cyber defenses against emerging threats. Meanwhile, Ahmad Hashem, Regional Director of Cybersecurity Services at Dell Technologies, showcased innovative solutions for securing cloud computing systems and safeguarding organizational data.