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Al Bawaba
09-04-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Gartner Forecasts Spending on Information Security in MENA to Grow 14% in 2025
Information security spending by Middle East and North Africa (MENA) enterprises is projected to total $3.3 billion in 2025, an increase of 14% from 2024, according to the latest forecast from Gartner, Inc. Security software will remain the largest spending category in MENA, forecast to reach nearly $1.5 billion in 2025. 'Enhancing cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and securing digital transformation are pivotal drivers prompting MENA chief information security officers (CISOs) to boost their security investments in 2025,' said Shailendra Upadhyay, Sr Principal at Gartner. 'As enterprises in the MENA region drive digital transformation and integrate AI, they must focus on the cybersecurity threat landscape, protect critical infrastructure, and address insider threats to fortify their systems and enhance resilience against cyber threats.' Gartner analysts are exploring ways in which security and risk management leaders can enhance their cybersecurity strategies at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, taking place here through today. Spending on security services is projected to grow 16.6% in 2025, representing the highest growth among all segments, driven by factors such as cost efficiency, skill shortages, and access to advanced tools and technology (see Table 1). Table 1. Information Security End-User Spending for All Segments in MENA, 2024-2025 (Millions of U.S. Dollars) Segment 2024 Spending 2024 Growth (%) 2025 Spending 2025 Growth (%) Network Security 484 11.9 544 12.5 Security Services 1,099 18.2 1,281 16.6 Security Software 1,310 12.2 1,463 11.7 Total 2,893 14.3 3,289 13.7 Source: Gartner (April 2025) 'The challenge of sourcing staff with specialized skills for threat hunting and intelligence in advanced security operations is considerable,' said Upadhyay. 'Managed services - a subset of security services, including managed detection and response (MDR) - offer solutions to bridge this skill gap. As a result, organizations are investing more in security services, driving growth in this segment.' Security software spending is projected to account for nearly 45% of total information security spending in MENA, maintaining its position as the largest category for end-user spending in 2025, driven by an expanding threat landscape and increased adoption of cloud technologies. 'MENA CIOs are boosting their investments in the integrated capabilities of generative AI (GenAI) applications, cloud services, and cybersecurity software to securely accelerate innovation for competitive differentiation, thereby intensifying their focus and spending on sub-segments, such as infrastructure protection, identity access management, and cloud security,' said Upadhyay. Top Cybersecurity Trends to Prioritize in 2025 'As AI becomes integral to mainstream operations, organizations must acknowledge both the opportunities for enhanced resilience and the potential threats,' said Sam Olyaei, Vice President at Gartner. 'Gartner predicts that by 2027, 60% of organizations will fail to embrace organizational resilience principles, leaving them vulnerable to global technology threats. Therefore, CISOs in the region should proactively prepare for complex cyberthreats by taking a collaborative approach to resilience planning.' To deliver a sustainable cybersecurity program, security leaders in MENA must prioritize two key cybersecurity trends: Trend 1: GenAI is Driving Data Security Programs The rise of GenAI is shifting focus to unstructured data security and preference for synthetic data over obfuscated data in training. Gartner recommends that organizations invest in synthetic data generation tools to replace traditional anonymization, effectively mitigating privacy risks and ensuring compliance. 'Security leaders must leverage technologies such as data security posture management (DSPM) to catalog, monitor, and govern both structured and unstructured data,' said Olyaei. 'Reallocating resources and budgets to fortify data security across all forms of unstructured data is crucial, as these elements are becoming increasingly valuable in GenAI applications.' Trend 2: Extend the Value of Security Behavior and Culture Programs Security behavior and culture programs (SBCPs) have reached a point of inflection for most organizations. By focusing on cultural and behavior-driven activities, organizations are embedding security into their culture, addressing cyber-risk awareness and responsibility at the human level. This trend is gaining traction as organizations increasingly recognize that human behavior is crucial to cybersecurity, with GenAI significantly influencing this shift. Gartner predicts that by 2026, enterprises that integrate GenAI with a platforms-based architecture in their SBCPs will experience 40% fewer employee-driven cybersecurity incidents. 'Well-designed SBCPs enhance employee engagement and satisfaction by actively involving them in their organization's security initiatives,' said Olyaei. 'These programs not only ensure compliance with global regulations mandating employee training and awareness but also cultivate a resilient security culture that can adapt to future regulatory changes.' Gartner clients can read more in the report 'Forecast: Information Security, Worldwide, 2023-2029, 1Q25 Update' and 'Top Trends in Cybersecurity for 2025.' Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit Gartner analysts are presenting the latest research and advice for security and risk management leaders at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, taking place April 7-8 in Dubai. Additional dates and locations include: June 9-11 in National Harbor, MD, July 23-25 in Tokyo, August 5-6 in Sao Paulo and September 22-24 in London. Follow news and updates from the conferences on X using #GartnerSEC.
Channel Post MEA
09-04-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Gartner Forecasts Spending on Information Security in MENA to Grow by 14% in 2025
According to the latest forecast from Gartner, the Information Security spending by Middle East and North Africa (MENA) enterprises is projected to total $3.3 billion in 2025, an increase of 14% from 2024. Security software will remain the largest spending category in MENA, forecast to reach nearly $1.5 billion in 2025. 'Enhancing cyber resilience, regulatory compliance, and securing digital transformation are pivotal drivers prompting MENA chief information security officers (CISOs) to boost their security investments in 2025,' said Shailendra Upadhyay, Sr Principal at Gartner. 'As enterprises in the MENA region drive digital transformation and integrate AI, they must focus on the cybersecurity threat landscape, protect critical infrastructure, and address insider threats to fortify their systems and enhance resilience against cyber threats.' Gartner analysts are exploring ways in which security and risk management leaders can enhance their cybersecurity strategies at the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, taking place here through today. Spending on security services is projected to grow 16.6% in 2025, representing the highest growth among all segments, driven by factors such as cost efficiency, skill shortages, and access to advanced tools and technology (see Table 1). Table 1. Information Security End-User Spending for All Segments in MENA, 2024-2025 (Millions of U.S. Dollars) Segment 2024 Spending 2024 Growth (%) 2025 Spending 2025 Growth (%) Network Security 484 11.9 544 12.5 Security Services 1,099 18.2 1,281 16.6 Security Software 1,310 12.2 1,463 11.7 Total 2,893 14.3 3,289 13.7 Source: Gartner (April 2025) 'The challenge of sourcing staff with specialized skills for threat hunting and intelligence in advanced security operations is considerable,' said Upadhyay. 'Managed services – a subset of security services, including managed detection and response (MDR) – offer solutions to bridge this skill gap. As a result, organizations are investing more in security services, driving growth in this segment.' Security software spending is projected to account for nearly 45% of total information security spending in MENA, maintaining its position as the largest category for end-user spending in 2025, driven by an expanding threat landscape and increased adoption of cloud technologies. 'MENA CIOs are boosting their investments in the integrated capabilities of generative AI (GenAI) applications, cloud services, and cybersecurity software to securely accelerate innovation for competitive differentiation, thereby intensifying their focus and spending on sub-segments, such as infrastructure protection, identity access management, and cloud security,' said Upadhyay. Top Cybersecurity Trends to Prioritize in 2025 'As AI becomes integral to mainstream operations, organizations must acknowledge both the opportunities for enhanced resilience and the potential threats,' said Sam Olyaei, Vice President at Gartner. 'Gartner predicts that by 2027, 60% of organizations will fail to embrace organizational resilience principles, leaving them vulnerable to global technology threats. Therefore, CISOs in the region should proactively prepare for complex cyberthreats by taking a collaborative approach to resilience planning.' To deliver a sustainable cybersecurity program, security leaders in MENA must prioritize two key cybersecurity trends: Trend 1: GenAI is Driving Data Security Programs The rise of GenAI is shifting focus to unstructured data security and preference for synthetic data over obfuscated data in training. Gartner recommends that organizations invest in synthetic data generation tools to replace traditional anonymization, effectively mitigating privacy risks and ensuring compliance. 'Security leaders must leverage technologies such as data security posture management (DSPM) to catalog, monitor, and govern both structured and unstructured data,' said Olyaei. 'Reallocating resources and budgets to fortify data security across all forms of unstructured data is crucial, as these elements are becoming increasingly valuable in GenAI applications.' Trend 2: Extend the Value of Security Behavior and Culture Programs Security behavior and culture programs (SBCPs) have reached a point of inflection for most organizations. By focusing on cultural and behavior-driven activities, organizations are embedding security into their culture, addressing cyber-risk awareness and responsibility at the human level. This trend is gaining traction as organizations increasingly recognize that human behavior is crucial to cybersecurity, with GenAI significantly influencing this shift. Gartner predicts that by 2026, enterprises that integrate GenAI with a platforms-based architecture in their SBCPs will experience 40% fewer employee-driven cybersecurity incidents. 'Well-designed SBCPs enhance employee engagement and satisfaction by actively involving them in their organization's security initiatives,' said Olyaei. 'These programs not only ensure compliance with global regulations mandating employee training and awareness but also cultivate a resilient security culture that can adapt to future regulatory changes.' 0 0
Channel Post MEA
07-04-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
CyberKnight To Focus Zero Trust At Gartner SRM And GISEC 2025 In Dubai
CyberKnight has announced its participation at two of the region's most influential cybersecurity events in Dubai: the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit at Conrad Hotel on April 7-8, and GISEC Global 2025 (Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference) at DWTC on May 6-8. Under the inspiring theme 'Lead. Innovate. Secure with Zero Trust.', CyberKnight will unveil the next evolution of its cybersecurity vision — Zero Trust Security 2.0. This advanced approach is designed to help regional organizations confidently navigate a rapidly shifting digital threat landscape while embracing GenAI developments, IT/OT convergence, cloud transformation, and regulatory compliance. As a Premier Sponsor at Gartner SRM, CyberKnight will be joined by the following technology partners: CrowdStrike – EDR, Cloud Security & Threat Intel Immersive – Upskilling, TTX, Cyber Ranges, Crisis Simulation Gigamon – Deep Observability for Cloud & Network As one of the most prominent exhibitors at GISEC Global 2025, CyberKnight will be joined by the following technology partners: CrowdStrike – EDR, Cloud Security & Threat Intel Immersive – Upskilling, TTX, Cyber Ranges, Crisis Simulation Checkmarx – Industry's Most Comprehensive AppSec Platform Xage Security – Zero Trust Access & Protection across IT, OT, and Cloud Lookout – Mobile Threat Defense & App Security Netwrix – Data Governance & Active Directory Security – DevSecOps Orchestration & App Protection Elastic – SIEM, Big Data & Threat Analytics SolarWinds – IT Operations & Observability Appgate – Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), SDP ThreatConnect – Cyber Threat Intelligence and Risk Quantification GTB – Discovery & Classification, DLP, Watermarking, Device & App Control Ardent Security – Data privacy simplified and automated Cyware – Threat Intelligence Platform NetWitness – Evolved SIEM, UEBA, TDR & Network Forensics Wallarm – Advanced API Security 'While these events are ideal platforms to inspire action, share knowledge, and build alliances, – this year, we are taking Zero Trust Security to the next level. Our theme: Lead. Innovate. Secure with Zero Trust – captures our commitment to empowering organizations with the tools and expertise needed to stay resilient in a complex cyber world. CyberKnight will showcase cutting-edge solutions from its unified Zero Trust Security portfolio across identity, device, data, applications, visibility and analytics, governance and risk, as well as infrastructure security domains.,' commented Vivek Gupta, Co-Founder and COO at CyberKnight. 0 0
Zawya
07-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
CyberKnight to showcase Zero Trust Security 2.0 at Gartner SRM and GISEC 2025 in Dubai
Dubai, UAE — CyberKnight, cybersecurity focused value-added-distributor (VAD) and META's leading Zero Trust Security advisor, proudly announces its participation at two of the region's most influential cybersecurity events in Dubai: the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit at Conrad Hotel on April 7-8, and GISEC Global 2025 (Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference) at DWTC on May 6-8. Under the inspiring theme 'Lead. Innovate. Secure with Zero Trust.', CyberKnight will unveil the next evolution of its cybersecurity vision — Zero Trust Security 2.0. This advanced approach is designed to help regional organizations confidently navigate a rapidly shifting digital threat landscape while embracing GenAI developments, IT/OT convergence, cloud transformation, and regulatory compliance. As a Premier Sponsor at Gartner SRM, CyberKnight will be joined by the following technology partners: CrowdStrike – EDR, Cloud Security & Threat Intel Immersive - Upskilling, TTX, Cyber Ranges, Crisis Simulation Gigamon - Deep Observability for Cloud & Network As one of the most prominent exhibitors at GISEC Global 2025, CyberKnight will be joined by the following technology partners: CrowdStrike – EDR, Cloud Security & Threat Intel Immersive - Upskilling, TTX, Cyber Ranges, Crisis Simulation Checkmarx – Industry's Most Comprehensive AppSec Platform Xage Security – Zero Trust Access & Protection across IT, OT, and Cloud Lookout – Mobile Threat Defense & App Security Netwrix – Data Governance & Active Directory Security – DevSecOps Orchestration & App Protection Elastic – SIEM, Big Data & Threat Analytics SolarWinds – IT Operations & Observability Appgate - Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), SDP ThreatConnect - Cyber Threat Intelligence and Risk Quantification GTB - Discovery & Classification, DLP, Watermarking, Device & App Control Ardent Security - Data privacy simplified and automated Cyware – Threat Intelligence Platform NetWitness - Evolved SIEM, UEBA, TDR & Network Forensics Wallarm – Advanced API Security 'While these events are ideal platforms to inspire action, share knowledge, and build alliances, - this year, we are taking Zero Trust Security to the next level. Our theme: Lead. Innovate. Secure with Zero Trust – captures our commitment to empowering organizations with the tools and expertise needed to stay resilient in a complex cyber world. CyberKnight will showcase cutting-edge solutions from its unified Zero Trust Security portfolio across identity, device, data, applications, visibility and analytics, governance and risk, as well as infrastructure security domains.,' commented Vivek Gupta, Co-Founder and COO at CyberKnight. About CyberKnight: CyberKnight Technologies is a cybersecurity focused value-added-distributor (VAD), headquartered in Dubai, covering META region with on-the-ground presence in all key markets. Our ZTX (Zero Trust Security) methodology, based on the Forrester framework, incorporates emerging and market-leading cybersecurity solutions that protect the entire attack surface, by leveraging AI, to help security teams at enterprise and government customers fortify breach detection, accelerate incident response & remediation, while addressing regulatory compliance. CyberKnight's Art of Cybersecurity Distribution methodology enables strategic partners to achieve greater market penetration, return-on-investment, and time-to-value.
TECHx
07-04-2025
- Business
- TECHx
CyberKnight Brings Zero Trust Security 2.0 to GISEC Global 2025
CyberKnight Brings Zero Trust Security 2.0 to GISEC Global 2025 CyberKnight, a cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor (VAD) and Zero Trust Security advisor in the META region, has confirmed its participation at two major cybersecurity events in Dubai. The company will join the Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit at Conrad Hotel on April 7-8, followed by GISEC Global 2025 at Dubai World Trade Centre on May 6-8. This year, CyberKnight will unveil Zero Trust Security 2.0, marking the next step in its cybersecurity journey. With the theme 'Lead. Innovate. Secure with Zero Trust,' the company aims to help regional organizations navigate today's evolving digital threat landscape. The upgraded framework is built to support GenAI integration, cloud transformation, IT/OT convergence, and strict compliance requirements. At Gartner SRM, CyberKnight will participate as a Premier Sponsor, joined by leading vendors including CrowdStrike, Immersive, and Gigamon. These partnerships reflect a strong focus on EDR, threat intelligence, cyber training, and deep network observability. At GISEC Global 2025, CyberKnight will showcase its broad Zero Trust portfolio alongside top global cybersecurity providers. Technology partners include CrowdStrike, Checkmarx, Lookout, Netwrix, Elastic, SolarWinds, Appgate, Cyware, NetWitness, Wallarm, and others. Together, they will highlight advanced solutions in mobile security, API protection, SIEM, DevSecOps, DLP, risk quantification, and more. According to Vivek Gupta, Co-Founder and COO at CyberKnight, 'These events are more than just exhibitions. They're opportunities to lead and inspire. Our mission is to empower organizations with the expertise and tools to stay secure in a complex cyber world.' CyberKnight will present innovations that cover all pillars of Zero Trust — including identity, device, data, applications, visibility, analytics, governance, risk, and infrastructure. The goal is clear: to help businesses in the region stay one step ahead of cyber threats.
