As one of the biggest technology events in the world – if not the biggest – it ’ s no wonder organisations across the region take their participation so seriously . It ’ s an ideal opportunity to showcase the innovations that are helping companies to stand out from the crowd , share insights and have meaningful interactions with end-users looking to secure their next digital technology investment .

Intelligent CISO is an official media partner of GITEX again this year , so you ’ ll have already found this magazine full of insights into the latest threats , challenges and priorities for Chief Information Security Officers .

And , during GITEX this year , we ’ ll also be launching our exclusive GITEX Digital Technology Report 2024 , in collaboration with GITEX Global and Huawei Cloud , which provides key insights into the regional threatscape , as well as infrastructure and automation trends .

Based on a survey of 150 C-level executives ( predominantly CIOs and CISOs ) from across the GCC , the report shines a light on the frequency of attacks , confidence in security measures and key focus areas for the year ahead .

The survey data reveals a divided experience among organisations regarding cybersecurity threats over the past 12 months . While 50 % of respondents observed an increase in attacks – split between a significant rise ( 30 %) and a slight increase ( 20 %) – the remaining half reported no change or a decrease in incidents , with 30 % noting a reduction in attacks .

This highlights that organisations need to prioritise robust cybersecurity strategies , as the threat environment remains unpredictable with some facing heightened risks while others achieve better defence outcomes .

A significant majority of respondents feel secure about their organisation ’ s cybersecurity measures with 89 % expressing either confidence or strong confidence in their protection against attacks .

Only a small minority , 11 %, reported a lack of confidence . This suggests that most organisations in the region believe they are well-prepared to defend against cyberthreats , reflecting a prioritisation of robust cybersecurity strategies among CIOs and the C-suite .

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