Mohammed Bin Rashid Bin Mohammed Opens GISEC Global 2026 and Tours Event
Faizan Hashmi | Published September 16, 2026 | 10:15 PM
DUBAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 16th Sep, 2026) H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today inaugurated GISEC Global 2026, the largest and most influential cybersecurity event in the Middle East and North Africa, which runs until 18 September at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.
He toured the exhibition and received updates on cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions in cybersecurity. Accompanying him were:
- Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Director General of Digital Dubai
- Lieutenant General Awad Hader Al Muhairi, Vice President of the State Security Department in Dubai
- His Excellency Lieutenant General Tamim Al Muhairi, Director General of the State Security Department in Dubai
- Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electronic Security Center.
The event offers a platform for international collaboration, strategic partnerships, and cross-sector cooperation amidst evolving geopolitical scenarios, AI-driven threats, and increasing pressure on critical infrastructure.
With governments and organizations grappling with complex cyber threats, GISEC Global 2026 draws global attention to the Middle East and North Africa cybersecurity market. According to Mordor Intelligence, this market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12% over the next five years, reaching US$6.54 billion by 2031, starting from US$3.67 billion in 2026.
The 15th edition of this global cybersecurity event, organized by inD, is 20% larger than its previous year's event, featuring:
- 750 exhibitors
- 350 expert speakers
- Attendance from thousands of cybersecurity professionals from over 180 countries
This strong international participation underscores Dubai’s position as a trusted hub, bringing together governments, cybersecurity authorities, and industry leaders to align efforts and shape the future of digital resilience.
Backed by:
- UAE Cybersecurity Council
- Dubai Electronic Security Center
- Ministry of Interior
- Dubai Police
GISEC Global 2026 brings together international digital security experts, operational technology and industrial control systems specialists, senior information security executives, ethical hackers, regulators, and tech innovators. It focuses on reinforcing trusted partnerships, advancing sovereign digital security capabilities, and accelerating collective action across interconnected digital economies.
Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, stated:
“Cybersecurity today transcends mere system and network protection; it has become a strategic imperative influencing economic resilience, national security, and global stability. As technology, geopolitics, and digital economies intertwine, decisions made in cyberspace can have far-reaching consequences.”