AKAMAI WORLD TOUR DUBAI CHAMPIONS AI AND CYBERSECURITY FOR MIDDLE EAST

Akamai Technologies, Inc., the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects businesses online, hosted the Akamai World Tour – Dubai Edition at The Theatre of Digital Art (TODA). The one-day event served as the Middle East's flagship stop on the global tour, convening government officials, technology executives, and cybersecurity experts to discuss the future of digital innovation and protection.

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The event spotlighted the growing interdependence between artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and cloud computing, with sessions exploring real-time threat protection, edge scalability, AI governance, and data sovereignty. Case studies from regional enterprises provided practical insights into securing AI applications and ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Cybersecurity — foundation for national growth

In his opening address, H.E. Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity at the UAE Cybersecurity Council, underscored the central role of cybersecurity in the nation's digital transformation.

“In our interconnected and networked world, cybersecurity is no longer merely a technical option but a vital necessity, as protecting information, infrastructure, and digital trust has become a decisive factor in maintaining stability and economic progress,” said Dr Al Kuwaiti.