Event agenda
Tuesday
November 18, 202514 sessions
Registration and Networking
Introduction
Opening remarks by Gulf News
Keynote | The UAE’s cybersecurity vision
As artificial intelligence advances, so does the sophistication of scams and cyber threats it enables. Deepfakes and AI-generated deception are emerging as powerful tools for criminals, making education and public awareness critical. Empowering people to recognize and resist digital manipulation must become the first line of defense. This keynote explores how knowledge, vigilance, and responsible innovation can help society stay one step ahead of AI-driven fraud.
Keynote by Platinum sponsor
Panel discussion | AI Business Value: Communicating Impact and ROI to the Board
As AI becomes central to business strategy, effectively communicating its impact and ROI to leadership is vital. From defining clear objectives to selecting the right metrics and KPIs, aligning AI performance with business goals ensures meaningful evaluation. This session explores how to build compelling business cases, set realistic expectations, and translate complex AI outcomes into measurable value that resonates with the board and drives confident decision-making.
Sponsor presentation
Panel Discussion | New Cyber Era: Challenges and Opportunities
As the cyber landscape evolves under the influence of AI, geopolitical shifts, regulatory demands, and rapid technological expansion, security leaders face both unprecedented risks and transformative opportunities. This session explores how organizations and nations can navigate growing complexity, harness innovation, and strengthen resilience to thrive amid constant change in an increasingly interconnected digital era.
Sponsor presentation
Panel discussion | Resilience and Trust that Ignites Cyber Confidence
As AI reshapes cybersecurity, it brings both advanced defensive capabilities and new vulnerabilities. This session explores how organizations can leverage AI to strengthen resilience while addressing challenges in threat detection, response, and human engagement. Panelists will examine the balance between automation and trust, offering actionable insights on using AI responsibly to enhance security, foster confidence, and ensure long-term protection in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Panel discussion | Future of Email Systems and Security
Despite advances in cybersecurity, email remains one of the most vulnerable entry points for attackers. Organizations must deploy robust security tools to safeguard networks and users, but technology alone is not enough. This session explores how email security is evolving to counter new and sophisticated threats, highlighting best practices, adaptive strategies, and emerging solutions that help organizations stay ahead of cyber risks in an ever-changing threat landscape.