GISEC Global 2026:
The largest cybersecurity event in the MENA & Africa region
The largest cybersecurity event in the MENA & Africa region, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre with the support of the UAE Cybersecurity Council and other government entities of the UAE.
This trade show combines a large-scale exhibition with an extensive conference programme featuring leading global infosecurity experts.
Expected participation includes:
• 500+ IT security brands
• Around 25,000 professionals from over 160 countries
• More than 300 speakers and 300+ hours of content covering cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, the public sector, and AI risk management
Key Features
“Exhibition + Conference” format: A combined exhibition area and multiple thematic conferences, including the Main Stage, Government Stage, Critical Infrastructure Stage, Dark Stage, X Labs, and Inspire Women in Cyber.
GITEX North Star: An international startup track and the Unlock Pitch Competition for cyber startups, providing direct access to venture capital firms and a global investor network.
Training and workshops: Masterclasses, CISO Circle, Global Cyber Drill, GISEC Decode, Executive Boardrooms, Inspire Women in Cyber, CTF School of Cyber, and more.
Audience and scale: A diverse mix of government representatives, CIOs/CISOs, technical specialists, startups, and investors.
• A leading platform for sales and visibility in the cybersecurity sector: an opportunity to meet MENA/Africa industry leaders, key procurement teams, and end-clients.
• Global exposure: the world’s major InfoSec brands and startups are present at the event.
• Knowledge exchange: deep industry insights and real-world threat intelligence from global keynote speakers and CISOs of major corporations.
• Access to the investment ecosystem: the North Star startup track and acceleration programmes, along with meetings with VCs and strategic partners.
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