Cybersecurity Conferences in United Arab Emirates

Name: CIO Inspired Summit Dubai 2026
Start: 2026-04-16T00:00:00.000000Z
Location: United Arab Emirates

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United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranks highly among the global community for its commitment to cybersecurity. This is due to the strong and necessary posture that the government has adopted to ensure digital security both domestically and throughout the region. Companies in the UAE are legally obligated to undertake risk management processes, such as establishing a strong IT infrastructure. The country’s Information & Cyber Security Office (ICSO) plays a key role in facilitating these initiatives.

UAE uses a range of frameworks, tools, and standards to maintain its cybersecurity posture. These include the Cloud Security Alliance’s Security, Trust & Assurance Registry, the UAE National Electronic Security Authority, the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Cyber Security Regulation, and the Guidelines on Application Security. The ICSO also assists companies in complying with international and local standards to maximize their security posture.

To ensure safety and security in the country’s IT space, the UAE hosts a variety of cybersecurity conferences and events. Major events such as GISEC (Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference) and CyberSec UAE, held annually, bring together regional and global cyber professionals. These events provide valuable insights into current cybersecurity trends, technology advances, and best practices for mitigating risks.

Research institutes such as the Cybersecurity Affairs Office at the United Arab Emirates University and the cyber security research centers at the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center also contribute to the UAE’s excellent security posture. The country is constantly upgrading its understanding and technical capabilities by working with technological partners, engaging public-private partnerships, and utilizing the latest algorithms and technologies.

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4th February 2026 | Third Party & Supply Chain Cyber Security Summit: Middle East Edition 2026

How secure is your extended enterprise? As supply chains become more digitised, global, and interdependent, third-party cyber risk has rapidly become one of the top boardroom concerns. The Third Party & Supply Chain Cyber Security Summit – Middle East Edition returns to Dubai on 4–5 February 2026, bringing together senior Information Security, GRC, and TPRM professionals for two days of strategic insight, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions.

Join CISOs, Heads of Cyber Risk, and Supply Chain Security Leaders to explore how the most forward-thinking organisations are securing their ecosystems — from Zero Trust and predictive AI risk scoring to cloud security, software supply chain visibility, and behavioral threat analysis. Whether you're building your third-party cyber program from the ground up or optimising a mature framework, this summit is designed to equip you with practical tools, expert insights, and peer connections to help future-proof your supply chain against evolving threats.

Key Themes for 2026 Include:

End-to-End Supply Chain Cyber Resilience
Third- and Nth-Party Risk Visibility
AI & Automation in TPRM Programs
Software Supply Chain & SBOM Risk
Cloud Security in GRC Contexts
Cyber Due Diligence & Vendor Onboarding
IoT & OT Security Across Supply Chains
Cyber Threat Psychology & Insider Risk
Global & Middle East Regulatory Landscape

Featuring real-life case studies, executive panels, roundtable think-tanks, and technical deep-dives, this event will help you benchmark your strategy, learn from cross-industry peers, and stay ahead of the cyber curve.

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12th February 2026 | Middle East Banking AI & Analytics Summit: February 2026

The 11th Middle East Banking AI & Analytics Summit 2026 brings together banking leaders at a time when AI adoption is shifting from early exploration to real operational integration. With GenAI and Agentic AI now shaping competitive strategies, the event focuses on the practical challenges that come with deploying models at scale. Discussions highlight secure implementation, responsible AI governance and the importance of reducing algorithmic bias while still achieving measurable business value. The summit aims to help financial institutions build strong data foundations that support long term AI transformation.

This edition also features the 11th Annual Banking AI Tech Awards, which recognizes outstanding achievements in banking innovation across the region. Attendees will gain insight into how leading institutions are applying AI in production environments, improving customer journeys and redefining operational efficiency. Held on February 12th in Dubai, the summit offers an in depth look at how UAE banks are moving from theoretical use cases to real world performance, supported by actionable strategies and peer learning.

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16th February 2026 | FinTech Week: Dubai 2026

FinTech Week: Dubai 2026 brings together leaders across banking, fintech, payments, regulation and cybersecurity under the banner “Payments, Security and Beyond.” Attendees will explore how real-time payments, cross-border transfers and embedded finance are transforming customer experience and cash flow. The agenda emphasises innovations in AI, blockchain, tokenisation and digital identity while tackling the emerging fraud-and-cyber risk landscape in financial services.

Sessions will dig into the role of open banking and open finance in driving payment innovation, and the challenge of building resilient infrastructure that can scale securely. The conference positions Dubai as a global hub where financial services, technology and security converge to shape the next generation of fintech solutions.

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17th February 2026 | 2nd Fintech Week: Dubai 2026

2nd Fintech Week 2026 brings together a powerful community of fintech founders, entrepreneurs, investors, regulators, policymakers, technologists, academics, and media from across the globe. It's more than just a conference — it's a high-impact platform for driving collaboration, innovation, and transformation across the financial ecosystem. As we enter a new era of digital finance, the event will spotlight the most critical trends and innovations shaping the future — from real-time payments and cross-border solutions to digital identity, cybersecurity, embedded finance, open banking, AI-driven security, and regulatory evolution.

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16th April 2026 | CIO Inspired Summit Dubai 2026

The CIO Inspired Summit Dubai 2026 connects technology leaders from across the region to examine cybersecurity, digital transformation, and innovation at enterprise scale. The event addresses the growing intersection of cloud adoption, AI, data governance, and cyber risk, helping CIOs understand how to protect critical assets while driving modernization. Discussions focus on securing complex digital ecosystems in fast moving and highly regulated environments.

Attendees engage with peers and industry experts to explore strategies for improving cyber resilience, managing emerging threats, and supporting business continuity. The summit emphasizes practical leadership insights, regional perspectives, and global best practices. CIOs leave better equipped to balance security, performance, and innovation while guiding their organizations through ongoing digital evolution.

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