The Cyber Express is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated World CyberCon META 3rd Edition, scheduled for May 23, 2024, in Dubai. As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve globally, this one-day event promises to bring together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the field.

Under the theme "Securing Middle East’s Digital Future: Challenges and Solutions," World CyberCon META Edition 2024 is set to be an unparalleled gathering of industry leaders and visionaries. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with over 40 pioneering Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) from various industries, participate in nine knowledge-sharing sessions, connect with 120+ delegates, and enjoy 2+ hours of networking.

Distinguished speakers

Some of the distinguished speakers at the conference include:

  • Sithembile (Nkosi) Songo, CISO, ESKOM
  • Dina Alsalamen, VP, Head of Cyber and Information Security Department, Bank ABC
  • Anoop Kumar, Head of Information Security Governance Risk & Compliance, Gulf News
  • Irene Corpuz, Cyber Policy Expert, Dubai Government Entity, Board Member, and Co-Founder, Women in Cyber Security Middle East (WiCSME)
  • Abhilash Radhadevi, Head of Cybersecurity, OQ Trading
  • Ahmed Nabil Mahmoud, Head of Cyber Defence and Security Operations, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank

This ground-breaking experience, scheduled for May 23, 2024, will boast interactive workshops, an immersive exhibition zone, extensive networking opportunities, and the well-deserved recognition of cybersecurity luminaries for their remarkable contributions to the industry.

Array of cutting-edge cybersecurity topics

The event promises deep dives into a diverse array of cutting-edge cybersecurity topics, offering attendees insights into:

  • National Cybersecurity Strategy: Securing a Digital UAE
  • Next-Gen Threat Intelligence: Staying Ahead of Adversaries
  • Guarding Against Advanced Threats: Zero-Day Attacks and APTs
  • Innovative Cyber Risk Scoring Approaches
  • Future Trends in Cybersecurity
  • Fortifying Against Ransomware: Prevention, Mitigation, Recovery
  • Navigating Global Cybersecurity Regulations
  • Strategic Investments: AI and ML for Threat Detection
  • Guardians of Connectivity: IoT Cybersecurity Strategies 

Tailored to appeal to CISOs, CIOs, CTOs, security auditors, heads of IT, Cyber Crime Specialists, network engineers, and all stakeholders of safe internet, World CyberCon META Edition 2024 aims to provide delegates with invaluable opportunities to gain insights, forge connections, explore business opportunities, and discover innovative solutions.

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