emirates7 - The UAE Government Cybersecurity Council has unveiled the launch of the country’s first Cybersecurity Awards & Recognition Programme, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at setting new standards for honoring accomplishments in digital security.
Scheduled to roll out in the coming months, this inaugural programme will provide a dynamic platform for organisations, businesses, and innovators to highlight their contributions to the advancement of cybersecurity.
Titled the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, the initiative is designed to inspire healthy competition across the cybersecurity landscape—encouraging excellence among enterprises, institutions, and creative minds. Its objectives include nurturing innovation, reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in the global and regional cybersecurity space, promoting cross-sector collaboration, and celebrating outstanding contributions to digital safety.
The programme also seeks to spotlight best practices, forward-thinking models, and success stories that illustrate practical and impactful cybersecurity applications in today’s fast-evolving digital era. As cybersecurity becomes a key pillar of sustainable development, resilience, and innovation across industries, the Cybersecurity Council views this award initiative as an essential move to recognize trailblazers and foster a national culture of creativity, excellence, and leadership in the cybersecurity domain.
Launched under the visionary direction of the UAE’s leadership, this first-of-its-kind initiative reflects their steadfast commitment to enhancing the nation's global stature in the digital sphere. It aims to showcase real-world examples of successful cybersecurity models and demonstrate how such innovations can be effectively applied across sectors.
The awards programme also supports the UAE’s broader strategic vision to promote proactive cybersecurity practices, recognize cutting-edge achievements, and strengthen awareness, cooperation, and resilience across all industries.
Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Mohammed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of UAE Cybersecurity, said, “The Cybersecurity Excellence Awards are a key part of our continued mission to develop local talent and promote innovative digital solutions to combat emerging cyber threats. By acknowledging excellence at both the individual and institutional levels, we’re not only celebrating milestones but also encouraging the next generation of cybersecurity leaders to push boundaries and redefine what’s possible in digital protection.”
The awards aim to honor exceptional projects and breakthrough ideas in cybersecurity, empowering organisations, companies, and individuals to build a vibrant, competitive environment that inspires innovation, leadership, and excellence. Ultimately, the programme aspires to support the creation of a secure, resilient, and sustainable digital ecosystem for the future.
The awards ceremony is set to take place on 18 June 2025 at the Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi. Additional information, including award categories, nomination guidelines, and related updates, will be shared soon.
Scheduled to roll out in the coming months, this inaugural programme will provide a dynamic platform for organisations, businesses, and innovators to highlight their contributions to the advancement of cybersecurity.
Titled the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, the initiative is designed to inspire healthy competition across the cybersecurity landscape—encouraging excellence among enterprises, institutions, and creative minds. Its objectives include nurturing innovation, reinforcing the UAE’s leadership in the global and regional cybersecurity space, promoting cross-sector collaboration, and celebrating outstanding contributions to digital safety.
The programme also seeks to spotlight best practices, forward-thinking models, and success stories that illustrate practical and impactful cybersecurity applications in today’s fast-evolving digital era. As cybersecurity becomes a key pillar of sustainable development, resilience, and innovation across industries, the Cybersecurity Council views this award initiative as an essential move to recognize trailblazers and foster a national culture of creativity, excellence, and leadership in the cybersecurity domain.
Launched under the visionary direction of the UAE’s leadership, this first-of-its-kind initiative reflects their steadfast commitment to enhancing the nation's global stature in the digital sphere. It aims to showcase real-world examples of successful cybersecurity models and demonstrate how such innovations can be effectively applied across sectors.
The awards programme also supports the UAE’s broader strategic vision to promote proactive cybersecurity practices, recognize cutting-edge achievements, and strengthen awareness, cooperation, and resilience across all industries.
Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Mohammed Al-Kuwaiti, Head of UAE Cybersecurity, said, “The Cybersecurity Excellence Awards are a key part of our continued mission to develop local talent and promote innovative digital solutions to combat emerging cyber threats. By acknowledging excellence at both the individual and institutional levels, we’re not only celebrating milestones but also encouraging the next generation of cybersecurity leaders to push boundaries and redefine what’s possible in digital protection.”
The awards aim to honor exceptional projects and breakthrough ideas in cybersecurity, empowering organisations, companies, and individuals to build a vibrant, competitive environment that inspires innovation, leadership, and excellence. Ultimately, the programme aspires to support the creation of a secure, resilient, and sustainable digital ecosystem for the future.
The awards ceremony is set to take place on 18 June 2025 at the Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi. Additional information, including award categories, nomination guidelines, and related updates, will be shared soon.