Event Highlights and Key Takeaways

Summary:
The Muscat Daily Cyber Security & Cloud Conference, organized by Interactive Apex (Apex Media), attracted over 150 delegates, including key figures from various sectors such as banking, finance, telecom, and healthcare. The event, graced by H H Sayyid Dr Adham bin Turki al Said as the chief guest, focused on the critical role of cyber security and cloud services in emerging technologies. Saleh Zakwani, Executive Chairman of Apex Media, emphasized the alignment of Apex Media’s initiatives with Oman Vision 2040. Keynote speaker Said bin Abdullah al Mandhari, CEO of ITHCA Group, highlighted the importance of cyber security and cloud technology in the MENA region, predicting significant market growth by 2030.
The conference featured presentations and panel discussions on topics like AI’s impact on Security Operations Centres (SOC), cyber security incident response, and innovative solutions for combating evolving threats. The event also recognized 12 Oman-based companies and individuals for their contributions to the field with awards presented by H H Sayyid Dr Adham bin Turki al Said and Saleh Zakwani.
Key award winners included Datamount for Cloud Services Provider of the Year, Bank Muscat for Cyber Security Awareness Initiative of the Year, and National Security Services Group (NSSG) for Cyber Security Company of the Year. The event was supported by various organizations, including the Oman Banks Association and the Oman American Business Council.