Salah Suleiman – Country Director, UAE and Oman, Trend micro
Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the IT world by storm over the past couple of years, revolutionizing various industries. However, this wave of technological advances has created new challenges, particularly in the area of cybersecurity. The Middle East, a region experiencing rapid digital transformation, is no exception to this trend. With increasing reliance on AI, organizations in the region face a growing cyber threat landscape that demands robust solutions.
The Middle East is a focal point of digital transformation, with industries and governments adopting AI to improve efficiency, analysis and decision-making. However, the move toward AI has expanded the threat landscape, leading to a host of cybersecurity challenges.
“As businesses adopt AI to increase efficiency and gain insights, they also inadvertently expose themselves to increased cyber threats,” said Salah Suleiman, country director for UAE and Oman at Trend Micro, global leader in cybersecurity solutions. “This strong adoption of AI has led to an increase in the number of cyber threats businesses face, and the need for secure and robust solutions has never been greater. »
At an organizational level, businesses in the region face a range of cyber threats. “Ransomware remains one of the most widespread attack strategies,” emphasizes Salah Suleiman. “Today’s businesses are vulnerable through multiple channels, and ransomware has become a favored tool for cybercriminals looking to exploit their weaknesses. »
In this evolving threat landscape, businesses must be proactive in combating vulnerabilities. The rise of digital connectivity, coupled with the adoption of AI, has significantly increased potential entry points for malicious actors, making it crucial for organizations to stay ahead of these developments.
Trend Micro plays a critical role in helping governments and organizations in the Middle East mitigate these threats. By working closely with local entities and advising them on security regulations, the company is helping to build stronger cybersecurity frameworks across the region.
“We work hand in hand with several government entities in the region, providing them with the tools and information necessary to strengthen their security capabilities,” explains Salah Suleiman. Trend Micro’s Vision One platform has been the cornerstone of this effort, providing comprehensive solutions that secure endpoints, data centers and networks.
The cybersecurity landscape in the Middle East is expected to become more complex in the coming years. As the threat landscape expands, organizations must continually adapt to stay ahead of cybercriminals.
“The threat landscape is evolving rapidly,” notes Salah Suleiman. “We are constantly developing and improving our technologies, focusing on advanced threat detection, combating deep fakes, and improving our user interface. This ensures that we remain at the forefront of cybersecurity innovations.
As AI continues to shape the future of business, it is crucial for organizations to invest in cybersecurity solutions that can keep pace with ever-increasing threats. The Middle East, with its rapidly advancing digital transformation, will need to prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard its future.
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