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Asharq Al-Awsat
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Highlights Global Leadership in Protecting Children in Cyberspace
As part of the global initiative 'Child Protection in Cyberspace' (CPC) launched by Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the permanent mission of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in Geneva organized a side event focused on enhancing capacity building to protect children in cyberspace as a shared global responsibility. The event was held on the sidelines of the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council in partnership with the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) and the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF), the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. The CPC initiative aims to provide a safe and empowering environment for children worldwide. The session, attended by the permanent representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations, Ambassador Abdulmohsen Majed bin Khothaila, featured participation from the GCF, the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF), the UN International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the WeProtect Global Alliance. The session highlighted Saudi Arabia's pioneering efforts in protecting children in cyberspace through a comprehensive and proactive approach that includes implementing national frameworks, developing educational programs, and enhancing international cooperation in the field. These efforts align with the objectives of Vision 2030, which places investment in human capital at the core of social and economic development. Meanwhile, the GCF launched a joint project with UNICEF aimed at training and preparing over 5 million parents and caregivers worldwide on best practices to protect children from cyber risks, along with providing specialized technical support to child helpline service providers in 30 countries. The session concluded with participants emphasizing the importance of building effective partnerships between countries, international organizations, and the private sector to implement comprehensive capacity-building programs and ensure the protection of children in cyberspace.
Trade Arabia
15-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Cyber resilience: challenges and opportunities
Technological advancements, international collaboration, and workforce transformation are key to ensuring global cyber resilience and a secure cyberspace, according to the latest insights report published by the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF). 'Cybersecurity Frontiers: A Perspective on Securing the Future of Cyberspace' has been developed by GCF's 'Future of Cybersecurity' Knowledge Community, led by Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE). Combining global survey data with diverse, deep sector knowledge, the report offers a forward-looking perspective on emerging international cybersecurity trends amidst an evolving cyber threat landscape. Key global cybersecurity challenges and opportunities for 2025 highlighted in the report include: • Cybersecurity readiness: 95% of those surveyed recognise cybersecurity's potential as a competitive advantage, but 86% think organisations are not fully prepared for challenges • Technological acceleration and new risks: Emerging technologies are reshaping the threat landscape, with around 68% of surveyed experts citing AI threats as a concern. Other challenges include the rise of advanced threats (52%), escalating disinformation campaigns (43%), and increasing data privacy concerns (39%) • New opportunities for cyber defence: However, emerging technologies can offer cybersecurity opportunities. AI for cybersecurity (89%), IoT security (52%), and secure 5G connectivity (36%) are the most implemented solutions, with 76% reporting that AI has generated value for their organisations • Workforce transformation: More than 95% of respondents believe organizations face a cybersecurity skills gap, with 42% of them considering it significant The report draws on global expertise and original research to provide actionable recommendations for policymakers and industry leaders, such as the MUST (Monitor, Understand, Strategize, and Transform) framework, and proposes a balanced approach toward investment and international collaboration to build resilience, mitigate risk, and secure Cyberspace for all. "Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility that transcends sectors and borders," said Dr Hesham Altaleb, Chairman of the 'Future of Cybersecurity' Knowledge Community and Vice President of Research, Development & Innovation at SITE. "It is not just a technology issue; it is a strategic imperative that demands an adaptive approach, a diverse skilled workforce, and genuinely collaborative efforts to ensure a secure & resilient future. This report offers industry leaders insights to leverage both emerging technologies and unlock human capabilities for a more secure Cyberspace." The 'Cybersecurity Frontiers' report – accessible on GCF's Knowledge Hub – supports GCF's mission to enhance global cybersecurity resilience by pushing knowledge boundaries and fostering meaningful collaboration. Forming part of GCF's wider program of activities, including its flagship Annual Meeting, the report is authored by the 'Future of Cybersecurity' Knowledge Community – a platform that brings together global industry leaders with an interest in exploring and acting on the future of cybersecurity.
Arab News
14-04-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Fifth Global Cybersecurity Forum to be held in October in Riyadh
RIYADH: The fifth Global Cybersecurity Forum will be held from Oct. 1-2 in Riyadh under the theme 'Scaling Cohesive Advancement in Cyberspace.' To be held under the patronage of King Salman, the GCF 2025 will bring together global leaders, senior decision-makers, policymakers, industry experts and other international stakeholders for action-oriented collaboration around key challenges and opportunities in cyberspace. This year's forum aims to scale the cohesive advancements accomplished by the GCF community, elevating their scope, capacity, and impact to advance toward a more secure and resilient cyberspace for all, the Saudi Press Agency reported. It will focus on five sub-themes: 'Beyond the Inflection Point,' 'Cyber Economics Redefined,' 'Strengthening Cyber Inclusion,' 'Behavioral Lens in Cyberspace,' and 'Opportunities at the Cyber Horizon.' Across the sub-themes, the GCF 2025 will advance dialogue toward building a secure and reliable cyberspace that supports economic growth, societal prosperity, individual security, and national stability. Within this framework, it will address shared priorities such as fostering alignment in a rapidly evolving global landscape, advancing cyber economic cohesion to enable scalable growth and shared prosperity, strengthening collective action for a human-centered and inclusive cyberspace, leveraging behavioral insights to influence actions, counter manipulations, and foster safe cyber environments, and harnessing technological advancements to tackle fast-evolving challenges in cyberspace. From its inception as an annual event in 2020, the GCF has evolved into a platform that works year-round to strengthen the safety and resilience of cyberspace. Today, GCF is a global, non-profit organization that is accelerating progress on its objectives of catalyzing social impact, enabling economic prosperity, pushing knowledge boundaries, and advancing global, collaborative action.
