Dubai Electronic Security Centre Strengthens Cyber Resilience at GISEC Global 2025
The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) concluded its impactful presence at GISEC Global 2025 with key initiatives aimed at fortifying Dubai's cybersecurity landscape and shaping the emirate's digital future.
Held from May 6 to 8, DESC's participation as the official government cybersecurity partner for the eighth year underscored its ongoing commitment to secure digital transformation. The Centre unveiled a range of projects focused on infrastructure resilience, talent development, and international collaboration.
Among the highlights was the launch of the Zero Trust Assessment Tool and Guideline, a new framework for government entities based on continuous identity verification to reduce cyber vulnerabilities. DESC also introduced Ethaq Plus, a digital trust platform to enable secure and authenticated digital transactions, and a Post-Quantum Cryptography Guideline to safeguard systems against future quantum threats.
DESC further advanced its talent development agenda with the ISR Officer Certification Program, training government employees in information security management. A Memorandum of Understanding with Moro Hub, a Digital DEWA company, was also signed to expand cybersecurity assessment services across public sector entities.
To foster skill-building, the Centre honoured graduates of its Cybersecurity Leadership Program and launched the latest Dubai Cyber Challenge, where Digital Dubai Authority took first place. The DESC also hosted the School of Cyber Defense Championship, drawing over 300 university students. Al Ain University emerged as the winner, with total prizes of AED 130,000 awarded.
DESC CEO Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani said the Centre's efforts align with Dubai's vision to become a global leader in digital innovation and security. 'Our strategy focuses on collaboration, innovation, and preparing for future challenges,'
he said.
With these initiatives, DESC reinforced its position as a key driver of Dubai's secure and sustainable digital transformation.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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