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Observer
12-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Glimpse of the unified cybersecurity foundations at GISEC 2025
Last week, I had the chance to attend GISEC Global 2025, the Middle East and Africa's largest cybersecurity event held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Approximately a week of professional meetings that includes a gathering at the event that brought together more than 25,000 cybersecurity fanatics from over 160 countries, exploring how artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, and cloud technologies are reshaping the security landscape altogether. From executive roundtables to live demos and tech showcases, the focus was very clear: how do we build resilience in an increasingly AI-driven world? No, it was not just about deepfake videos but everything to secure today and our future with the AI revolution. Truth be told, I was quite impressed by how one of the leading solutions providers in the world presented itself during the event, Huawei, who was also the lead strategic partner of the event. Huawei championed the concept of a Unified Cybersecurity Foundation, highlighting how it works towards building a unified and consistent security solution. It was not just like any other tech demo that was presented within the massive 8 halls of the conference. It was, in fact, a blueprint for how to protect the digital and intelligent world we are living in today. During one of the sessions I attended, Dr Zhu Shenggao, who leads Huawei's Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, stated that cybersecurity and privacy protection are the cornerstones of development in the digital and intelligent world. He stated that Huawei's approach integrates protection across cloud, network, edge, and endpoint environments to provide the comprehensive security foundation that organisations need to innovate with confidence. In simple words, deep integration is the foundation they are building upon. Huawei has built a layered security approach that covers every digital surface. At the heart of this is SecMaster, an AI-powered security operations centre that delivers over 99% threat detection accuracy, cuts investigation time by 83%, and traces attack sources 95% faster, according to the organisation's claim. Another solution known as 'Xinghe Intelligent SASE' brings cloud, network, edge, and endpoints together with an AI security brain capable of handling 99% of security alarms automatically, as noted by Richard Wu, who is presently the President of Huawei's Security Product Domain. With ransomware threats skyrocketing, causing global losses of USD $42 billion in 2024, Huawei's multi-layer ransomware defense stood out by boasting a 99.99% detection rate, actively defending against threats, and leveraging its AI-powered endpoint protection that backs up files as soon as suspicious encryption is detected. Richard Wu emphasised that in today's increasingly complex threat landscape, where cyber-attacks are more frequent, automated, and covert, cybersecurity must evolve from reactive to proactive threat containment. Another interesting solution that was showcased during the event was the 'OceanProtect E8000', an all-in-one backup and recovery data protection system that can restore 1TB of data in just 20 seconds, and its high-density design saves up to 90% rack space. According to the presenter, the OceanProtect E8000 provides comprehensive protection and rapid recovery capabilities in a single integrated system that dramatically reduces complexity while enhancing security. Last year (in 2024),Huawei invested $24.6 billion in Research and Development (R&D), about 20.8% of its total revenue. Over the past decade, that adds up to approximately $171.1 billion, with 3,000+ cybersecurity researchers on staff and 5% of all R&D focused specifically on cybersecurity. This is a crystal clear commitment to innovation. Furthermore, their approach goes further than releasing products but also focuses on the design. You may note this on the quality consumer products they keep releasing in the market. Exclusive led workshops, from AI-driven threat management and ransomware protection to supply chain security and global cybersecurity legislation, were organised during the event. Illustrating a secure digital future together was the chief goal in a world where attacks are more sophisticated, automation is widespread, and data is the new gold. Cybersecurity is no longer an activity or task done by an IT department of an organisation. No, it's in fact a foundational pillar of the digital transformation of any organisation. The unified cybersecurity foundation presented and illustrated during GISEC isn't just a solution; it's indeed a strategy for the future. Tariq al Barwani The writer is the founder of Knowledge Oman
Muscat Daily
08-05-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Huawei highlights Unified Cybersecurity Foundation at GISEC GLOBAL
Muscat – Huawei hosted a successful media briefing at GISEC GLOBAL, the Middle East's largest cybersecurity event. Under the theme 'Establishing a Unified Cybersecurity Foundation to Safeguard the Expanding Digital and Intelligent Landscape,' the discussion addressed the critical cybersecurity challenges of our rapidly evolving digital era. The session brought together media representatives from across the GCC, highlighting the regional significance of cybersecurity collaboration. The panel featured insights from Huawei's top cybersecurity experts: Dr. Zhu Shenggao, Vice President of AI at Huawei Cloud Middle East & Central Asia; Richard Wu, President of Security Product Domain in the Data Communication Product Line; and Yongjian Li, President of Data Protection, Huawei, and moderated by Colm Murphy from the Huawei European Cybersecurity Center. The briefing showcased Huawei's position as 'Your Reliable Partner in the Digital and Intelligent World' through its comprehensive security governance system. Huawei has leveraged its extensive experience defending against trillions of attacks over the past 30 years to create large security models that update in real time and evolve rapidly. These capabilities are integrated into Huawei's intelligent security system with its 'one center, seven defenses' framework. Driving this transformation is Huawei's principled approach to cybersecurity: a belief that security is built-in and based on verification according to common standards; being a secure, trustworthy provider; building comprehensive governance systems; offering secure technologies through collaboration; contributing to industry standards; and respecting privacy and data sovereignty. Colm Murphy noted that in 2024, Huawei invested USD 24.6 billion in R&D, accounting for 20.8% of its annual revenue. The company's total R&D investment over the past decade amounts to USD 171.1 billion, reflecting its dedication to continuous innovation in cybersecurity. Huawei currently has more than 3,000 cybersecurity R&D personnel, with 5% of its R&D spend focused exclusively on boosting the security of its products. Huawei continuously invests in cybersecurity and builds a comprehensive security governance system and competitive security capabilities to create value for customers. It offers a multi-layer cybersecurity governance architecture from the group to business units and regional offices. The company also incorporates cybersecurity requirements into end-to-end business processes and adopts the 'many hands and many eyes' mechanism and approach to improve security assurance. Over the last five years, Huawei has invested over US$2 billion in software engineering capability transformation, building leading cybersecurity capabilities, including full-technology-stack, full-ecosystem, and full-industry-chain security capabilities. In addition, it has built a software supply chain security management system to improve the security and trustworthiness of products and solutions, manage upstream and downstream security risks, and enable upstream and downstream partners. A Reliable Partner in the Digital and Intelligent World Dr. Zhu presented Huawei Cloud's AI-Native Security approach, highlighting how the company is countering the increase in AI-driven network attacks. He explained that Huawei Cloud's AI Pangu security models, Pangu, combine broad threat understanding with specialized capabilities, automating 99% of threat responses and significantly reducing detection time. A centerpiece of Huawei's security strategy is its SecMaster unified security operations center, which enables intelligent detection of advanced threats, improving detection accuracy to over 99%, cutting mean time to investigate threats by 83%, and reducing mean time to track attack sources by an impressive 95%. Dr. Zhu noted that Huawei is progressively integrating large model capabilities into all seven layers of its defense framework, enhancing data protection through more accurate and efficient data classification and sensitive data identification. This represents a fully integrated AI approach to the 'one center + seven layers of defense' system. 'Cybersecurity and privacy protection are the cornerstones of development in the digital and intelligent world,' emphasized Dr. Zhu. 'Our unified approach integrates protection across cloud, network, edge, and endpoint environments to provide the comprehensive security foundation that organizations need to innovate with confidence.' Richard Wu detailed how today's enterprises face expanded attack surfaces, with businesses migrating to the cloud and enterprise traffic now routing directly from branches to the internet. He introduced Huawei's Xinghe Intelligent Unified SASE Solution, which integrates protection across cloud, network, edge, and endpoint layers with an AI security brain capable of automatically handling 99% of security alarms. Wu also discussed Huawei's approach to ransomware protection, revealing that in 2024 alone, global losses from ransomware attacks reached US$42 billion. Huawei's multi-layer protection solution delivers active defense with a 99.99% ransomware detection rate, while its HiSec Endpoint product uses AI monitoring to trigger file backup when detecting suspicious encryption activity. 'In today's increasingly complex threat landscape where cyber-attacks are more frequent, automated, and covert, cybersecurity must evolve from reactive to proactive threat containment,' said Wu. 'Our unified cybersecurity foundation represents Huawei's commitment to helping organizations protect their critical digital assets while enabling innovation.' Yongjian Li presented Huawei's groundbreaking approach to data protection and storage security. He introduced the industry's first multi-layer coordinated protection solution for storage environments, emphasizing how it transforms enterprise security posture from reactive to proactive threat containment. The solution achieves a 99.99% ransomware detection rate through SAN/NAS scanning combined with innovative decoy files, employs end-to-end encryption from production to backup to isolated zones to prevent data leaks, and delivers 5x faster recovery validation via automated backup drills that ensure clean, usable backup copies. Li then unveiled the all-new OceanProtect E8000, featuring a 3-in-1 converged architecture integrating backup software servers, short-term retention storage, and long-term retention storage into a single system. This innovation delivers 5x faster recovery performance, can restore 1TB of data in just 20 seconds, and offers ultra-dense 2PB/2U capacity that saves up to 90% rack space compared to conventional solutions. 'Organizations today need comprehensive protection and rapid recovery capabilities,' said Li. 'With OceanProtect E8000, we're providing both in a single integrated system that dramatically reduces complexity while enhancing security.' During the Q&A segment, the speakers highlighted Huawei's strategic partnership with Jeraisy Group in Saudi Arabia and discussed Huawei's Cloud Service Cybersecurity & Compliance Standard (3CS), a framework based on more than 16 global security standards that ensure strong compliance and governance across all deployments. As the Lead Strategic Partner of GISEC Global 2025, Huawei invites attendees to experience these cutting-edge security solutions firsthand at Hall 5, Stand A180.
Mid East Info
06-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Huawei Cloud Showcases Comprehensive AI-Native Security Solutions at GISEC Global 2025, Reaffirming Commitment to Cybersecurity Excellence
Dr Zhu Shenggao Vice President of AI Business for Huawei Cloud Middle East & Central Asia, at the media briefing at GISEC Global 2025 Comprehensive AI-Native Security Solutions: Huawei Cloud security architecture is built upon a centralized framework with seven defense layers, ensuring robust service resilience. It features two flagship solutions – Large Model Security, powered by Data Security Center (DSC), and SecMaster. Key security challenges addressed by Large Model include: • Environment security: Build a network, identity, and resource protection system. • Data security: Prevent training data pollution and leakage, ensure privacy protection during inference, and protect data sovereignty. • Model security: Prevent model asset theft and optimize the model security mechanism through enhanced training. • Content security: Defend against prompt attacks and ensure content compliance, with watermarking techniques. • Security operations: Enable comprehensive situational awareness via a unified view, global collaboration, automatic handling, and content risk control and operations. Providing a large model security screen and report. The Large Model Security empowered by Data Security Center (DSC) represents a breakthrough in cloud-based data protection designed to secure large AI models and sensitive enterprise information. The system provides advanced classification of sensitive information using AI-driven pattern recognition, delivers proactive security risk detection and remediation capabilities, employs sophisticated watermarking technology for leak tracking and attribution, and offers intelligent data masking to enable the safe utilization of private information. The DSC consolidates all security operations into a unified dashboard, providing security teams complete visibility and control over their cloud data security posture. Meanwhile, SecMaster is a cloud-native solution for more intelligent, measurable security operations that helps build security operations capabilities with Huawei's 30 years of experience. This solution incorporates over 300 AI-powered threat detection models that continuously adapt to emerging threats and more than 100 automatic response playbooks for immediate threat mitigation. The solution utilizes seven distinct lines of defense working in concert to provide comprehensive protection while delivering fully automated security operations that reduce response times and human error. SecMaster represents the culmination of Huawei Cloud's security expertise. By harnessing the power of AI across every aspect of security operations, Huawei Cloud enables organizations to stay ahead of cybercriminals in an increasingly complex threat environment, including situational awareness, asset management, compliance self-check, threat management, security information and event management (SIEM), and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR). Huawei Cloud is also hosting informative speeches on May 6 and 7, sharing insights into the future of AI-native security. On May 6, the company will present an executive boardroom session on the latest advancements in AI-driven security and Huawei Cloud security solutions. On May 7, Eagle Wan, Chief Security Expert of Enterprise Digitalization and Cloud Transformation, Huawei Cloud, will participate in the prestigious Government Leaders Panel Discussion, exploring how AI-powered security solutions can strengthen national cybersecurity postures.
TECHx
27-02-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Huawei Strengthens Role in Qatar's Digital Transformation with Strategic Partnerships News Desk - 27/02/2025 ShareHuawei has solidified its position as a key driver of Qatar's digital transformation by forging multiple high-impact partnerships at Web Summit Qatar 2025. The company's involvement underscores its pivotal role in fostering innovation across Qatar's key economic sectors.At the summit, which attracted over 20,000 attendees, including investors and industry leaders, Huawei signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with prominent Qatari organizations. These partnerships focus on cloud infrastructure, ICT talent development, and technological innovation, reinforcing Huawei's commitment to advancing Qatar's digital ecosystem.As an AI leader in various industries, Huawei Cloud is shaping industry intelligence by providing comprehensive AI capabilities, including advanced infrastructure, computing power, algorithms, development frameworks, and its cutting-edge Pangu Large Models. Dr. Zhu Shenggao, Director of the AI Department at Huawei Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, delivered a keynote at the event, emphasizing how AI and Cloud are reshaping industries, highlighting Huawei's thought leadership in these transformative fields.Rico Lin, President of Huawei Gulf North Region, stated, 'These partnerships represent our dedication to supporting Qatar's digital future. By integrating AI, cloud technologies, and intelligent systems across various sectors, we're transforming business operations, service delivery, and customer experiences. Together with our partners, we're unlocking new levels of innovation, efficiency, and global collaboration, paving the way for the next generation of technology in Qatar.'A significant highlight of the summit was Huawei's partnership with Media City Qatar to create a state-of-the-art smart media campus, powered by Huawei technologies. This project will feature advanced AI-powered access control, intelligent space asset management, an integrated multi-cloud media platform, and next-generation storage for media content, aiming to elevate customer experiences within Qatar's media and entertainment sector.In another major development, the Qatar Digital Academy (QDA), under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), announced a new collaboration with Huawei to launch the QDA & Huawei ICT Academy. This initiative will offer globally recognized certifications and career development opportunities in ICT fields such as 5G, cloud computing, and digital transformation. The program will help bridge the digital skills gap and support Qatar's transition into a smart, technology-driven economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.Huawei also expanded its cloud presence in Qatar through strategic partnerships. PowerMind, a Lusail-based cloud services provider, joined Huawei's Cloud Partner Network, enhancing its service portfolio with Huawei's advanced cloud solutions. This collaboration will provide PowerMind with access to Huawei's global ecosystem, broadening its network and resources to accelerate growth and innovation.Additionally, Data Voice Technology teamed up with Huawei to offer advanced managed PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) services in Qatar, designed for large enterprises, commercial organizations, and SMEs. The partnership leverages Huawei's robust cloud infrastructure to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and feature-rich communication solutions.Aamal IT, a subsidiary of Aamal Company, also formalized its partnership with Huawei by joining the Huawei Cloud Partner Network. This collaboration aims to drive mutual growth and deliver innovative cloud solutions to customers in Qatar.Starlink, a key player in Qatar's mobile and accessories distribution sector, was appointed as a Huawei Cloud distributor. Starlink will enhance its technical capabilities in cloud computing, infrastructure management, and support services to empower its network of resellers through Huawei's extensive training and certification programs.These strategic partnerships align with Qatar's National Vision 2030, which seeks to strengthen local industries, foster innovation, and position the country as a global technology and digital transformation hub.
Huawei Strengthens Role in Qatar's Digital Transformation with Strategic Partnerships Huawei has solidified its position as a key driver of Qatar's digital transformation by forging multiple high-impact partnerships at Web Summit Qatar 2025. The company's involvement underscores its pivotal role in fostering innovation across Qatar's key economic sectors. At the summit, which attracted over 20,000 attendees, including investors and industry leaders, Huawei signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with prominent Qatari organizations. These partnerships focus on cloud infrastructure, ICT talent development, and technological innovation, reinforcing Huawei's commitment to advancing Qatar's digital ecosystem. As an AI leader in various industries, Huawei Cloud is shaping industry intelligence by providing comprehensive AI capabilities, including advanced infrastructure, computing power, algorithms, development frameworks, and its cutting-edge Pangu Large Models. Dr. Zhu Shenggao, Director of the AI Department at Huawei Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, delivered a keynote at the event, emphasizing how AI and Cloud are reshaping industries, highlighting Huawei's thought leadership in these transformative fields. Rico Lin, President of Huawei Gulf North Region, stated, 'These partnerships represent our dedication to supporting Qatar's digital future. By integrating AI, cloud technologies, and intelligent systems across various sectors, we're transforming business operations, service delivery, and customer experiences. Together with our partners, we're unlocking new levels of innovation, efficiency, and global collaboration, paving the way for the next generation of technology in Qatar.' A significant highlight of the summit was Huawei's partnership with Media City Qatar to create a state-of-the-art smart media campus, powered by Huawei technologies. This project will feature advanced AI-powered access control, intelligent space asset management, an integrated multi-cloud media platform, and next-generation storage for media content, aiming to elevate customer experiences within Qatar's media and entertainment sector. In another major development, the Qatar Digital Academy (QDA), under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), announced a new collaboration with Huawei to launch the QDA & Huawei ICT Academy. This initiative will offer globally recognized certifications and career development opportunities in ICT fields such as 5G, cloud computing, and digital transformation. The program will help bridge the digital skills gap and support Qatar's transition into a smart, technology-driven economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. Huawei also expanded its cloud presence in Qatar through strategic partnerships. PowerMind, a Lusail-based cloud services provider, joined Huawei's Cloud Partner Network, enhancing its service portfolio with Huawei's advanced cloud solutions. This collaboration will provide PowerMind with access to Huawei's global ecosystem, broadening its network and resources to accelerate growth and innovation. Additionally, Data Voice Technology teamed up with Huawei to offer advanced managed PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) services in Qatar, designed for large enterprises, commercial organizations, and SMEs. The partnership leverages Huawei's robust cloud infrastructure to deliver scalable, cost-effective, and feature-rich communication solutions. Aamal IT, a subsidiary of Aamal Company, also formalized its partnership with Huawei by joining the Huawei Cloud Partner Network. This collaboration aims to drive mutual growth and deliver innovative cloud solutions to customers in Qatar. Starlink, a key player in Qatar's mobile and accessories distribution sector, was appointed as a Huawei Cloud distributor. Starlink will enhance its technical capabilities in cloud computing, infrastructure management, and support services to empower its network of resellers through Huawei's extensive training and certification programs. These strategic partnerships align with Qatar's National Vision 2030, which seeks to strengthen local industries, foster innovation, and position the country as a global technology and digital transformation hub.
Zawya
27-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Huawei supports Qatar's digital transformation with strategic partnerships at Web Summit Qatar 2025
Doha, Qatar – Huawei has cemented its position as a key enabler of Qatar's digital transformation by forging multiple high-impact partnerships at Web Summit Qatar 2025, underscoring the company's pivotal role in driving innovation and digital transformation across the nation's key economic sectors. During the summit, Huawei signed MOUs with leading Qatari organizations, focusing on cloud infrastructure, ICT talent development, and technological innovation. Web Summit Qatar 2025, which attracted over 20,000 attendees, including investors and industry decision-makers, served as an ideal platform for Huawei to showcase its commitment to fostering Qatar's digital ecosystem through strategic collaborations that address the unique needs of various sectors. As an AI pioneer in industries, Huawei Cloud is driving industry intelligence by providing full-stack AI capabilities, including infrastructure, computing power, algorithms, development frameworks, and its advanced Pangu Large Models. Dr. Zhu Shenggao, Director of the AI Department at Huawei Cloud Middle East and Central Asia, delivered a keynote exploring how AI and Cloud reshape industries, highlighting the company's technological expertise and thought leadership in these transformative domains. Rico Lin, President of Huawei Gulf North Region, said, "These partnerships represent our dedication to supporting Qatar's digital future. By integrating AI, cloud technologies, and intelligent systems across various sectors, we fundamentally transform how businesses operate, how services are delivered, and how customers experience technologies. Together with our partners, we are unlocking unprecedented levels of innovation, efficiency, and global collaboration, paving the way for the next generation of technology in Qatar." A key highlight of the summit was Huawei's partnership with Media City Qatar to create a state-of-the-art smart media campus powered by Huawei technologies. This comprehensive technology infrastructure will integrate advanced AI-powered access control, intelligent shared space asset management, an integrated multi-cloud media platform, and next-generation storage architecture for media content. The initiative aims at elevating customer experiences for Qatar's media and entertainment sector. In another significant development, Qatar Digital Academy (QDA), an initiative under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), announced a new partnership with Huawei to launch the QDA & Huawei ICT Academy. Through globally recognized certifications and career development opportunities, this initiative aims to equip Qatari professionals and government employees with advanced ICT skills in 5G, cloud computing, and digital transformation. With this initiative, individuals and enterprises can access comprehensive training programs designed to bridge the digital skills gap and support Qatar's transition into a smart, technology-driven economy in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. Huawei also solidified its cloud presence in Qatar through multiple strategic partnerships. PowerMind joined the Huawei Cloud Partner Network and Cloud Service Provider Program, enabling the Lusail-based cloud services provider to expand its service portfolio with Huawei's advanced cloud solutions. Additionally, PowerMind will benefit from Huawei's global ecosystem, gaining access to a broader network of partners and resources to accelerate growth and innovation in the cloud industry. By combining Huawei's technological excellence with PowerMind's deep market insights and customer relationships, the collaboration will create a powerful synergy, unlocking new business opportunities and delivering greater customer value. Additionally, Data Voice Technology partnered with Huawei to provide managed PABX (Private Automatic Branch Exchange) services, offering advanced communication solutions for large enterprises, commercial organizations, and SMEs in Qatar. This collaboration will deliver a comprehensive suite of PABX services leveraging Huawei's robust cloud infrastructure. Key benefits include scalability, allowing businesses to adjust their communication needs as they grow without significant hardware investments; cost-efficiency through reduced maintenance and operational expenses; enhanced features, including VoIP, call management, analytics, and integration with other business applications; reliability and security ensuring safeguarded communications; and local expertise providing tailored solutions and responsive customer support. Meanwhile, Aamal IT, a fully-owned subsidiary of Aamal Company and a specialized solution provider delivering comprehensive and innovative IT solutions, formalized its strategic partnership with Huawei by joining the Huawei Cloud Partner Network. The combination of Huawei's cutting-edge cloud technologies and Aamal IT's market expertise and exposure will help drive mutual growth and deliver innovative cloud solutions to customers. Furthermore, Starlink, a key player in Qatar's mobile, accessories, and software distribution services, was appointed a Huawei Cloud distributor. As part of the agreement, Starlink will develop comprehensive technical capabilities in cloud computing, infrastructure management, and technical support services to effectively empower its network of resellers. The company will invest in having its team members complete Huawei's rigorous training and certification programs, ensuring they maintain exceptional proficiency in all Huawei Cloud offerings and can provide expert guidance to their reseller partners. These partnerships align with Qatar's National Vision 2030 goals of strengthening local industries, fostering innovation, and positioning Qatar as a global technology and digital transformation hub. -Ends- About Huawei Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have more than 207,000 employees, and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our Vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go. For more information, please visit Huawei online at: or follow us on: Middle East:
