solutions by stc has sponsored “Cyber First Kuwait” as the official ‘Digital Partner’ of the conference. Organized by Events First Group (EFG) in collaboration with the National Cyber Security Center and the Central Agency for Information Technology (CAIT), the conference marks a significant step towards securing Kuwait’s digital future in line with Kuwait Vision 2035. solutions by stc’s sponsorship of the conference aligns with the Company’s ongoing support for the Kuwaiti community, leveraging its expertise and experience to empower platforms that bring together like-minded individuals within the evolving digital world.
Held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, the conference outlined a transformative journey towards a digitally secure and sustainable future for Kuwait. The increased digitization witnessed across various sectors, both government and private, has highlighted the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data. In response to the rising cyber threats, the Kuwaiti government has established the National Cyber Security Strategy, prioritizing and safeguarding the nation’s cybersecurity landscape. This strategy, coupled with proactive measures from the private sector, is driving Kuwait’s cybersecurity market towards remarkable growth.
The Cyber First Kuwait conference gathered cybersecurity experts, including professionals in Information Security, Risk, Compliance, Forensics, and Cyber Law. The event aimed to foster collaboration across public and private sectors to battle the efforts of malicious attacks and strengthen Kuwait’s cybersecurity resilience. Representatives from stc, Eng. Fahad Al Ali, CTO and Acting CEO of e-Portal Holding; Eng. Issa Al-Suwait- GM Cyber Security of stc; Ali Al Yaseen, GM Sales and Business Solutions; and directors from the business sales and products teams, along with the corporate communications teams, attended the conference. During the conference, solutions by stc showcased its comprehensive cybersecurity solutions, with a team of specialists addressing queries and concerns raised by the attendees visiting the Company’s booth.
solutions by stc also participated in a panel discussion titled “Leveraging AI to Address Cyber-Attacks and the Evolving Threat Landscape”, where Eng. Issa AlSuwait, GM of Cyber Security at stc, shed light on the power of AI and its role in mitigating the threats faced by Kuwait’s cyber landscape. The discussion covered the role of AI in threat detection through enhanced capabilities, identifying patterns, and swiftly recognizing anomalies in the evolving cyber-threat landscape. The panel also highlighted the effectiveness of AI-driven response strategies through the exploration of their impact on mitigating cyber threats. Additionally, the challenges and benefits of AI-driven behavioral analytics were discussed, along with the importance of adaptive AI models that are significant to continuous learning and adaptation to combat new cyber threats.
solutions by stc highlighted in a statement that it will remain committed to supporting the technological and digital infrastructure in Kuwait by providing cutting-edge solutions that enhance the country’s cybersecurity ecosystem. By participating in key conferences and initiatives, solutions by stc will contribute towards building a secure and resilient digital environment in line with Kuwait’s Vision 2035. With the rapidly evolving digital world, solutions by stc actively explores the latest technological tools and systems to keep pace with advanced cybersecurity threats and possible malicious attacks. Moving forward, the Company will continue to introduce the latest cybersecurity solutions to support and provide 360-protection to its B2B customers. solutions by stc has also built and solidified its reputation as one of the key players in the market, offering comprehensive connectivity, ICT, IoT, and enterprise solutions to support network, infrastructure, and application needs. Through its active and progressive approach, it has grown into a powerful one-stop shop for business and wholesale solutions, catering to the needs of government and corporate entities nationwide and across the region.
