Salah Suleiman, Country Director for the UAE and Oman at Trend Micro, discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the IT world and the challenges it brings to cybersecurity.
AI has revolutionized various sectors over the past two years, but this technological advancement has also introduced new cybersecurity challenges. The Middle East, undergoing rapid digital transformation, is particularly affected. As organizations in the region increasingly rely on AI, the cyber threat landscape has expanded, necessitating robust security measures.
The Middle East has become a hub for digital transformation, with industries and governments leveraging AI to improve efficiency and decision-making. However, this shift has broadened the threat landscape, presenting numerous cybersecurity challenges. "As businesses adopt AI to enhance efficiency and gain insights, they also expose themselves to heightened cyber threats," explains Salah Suleiman, Country Director for UAE & Oman at Trend Micro.
At the organizational level, businesses in the region face a variety of cyber threats. "Ransomware remains one of the most prevalent attack strategies," Salah Suleiman emphasizes. "Companies are vulnerable through multiple channels, and ransomware has become a primary tool for cybercriminals."
In this evolving threat landscape, companies must proactively address vulnerabilities. The increase in digital connectivity and AI adoption has significantly expanded the potential entry points for malicious actors, making it essential for organizations to stay ahead of these developments.
Trend Micro is playing a crucial role in helping governments and organizations in the Middle East mitigate these threats. By collaborating closely with local entities and advising on security regulations, the company is aiding in the development of stronger cybersecurity frameworks across the region. "We are working closely with several government entities in the region, providing them with the tools and insights needed to enhance their security capabilities," Salah Suleiman explains.
The cybersecurity landscape in the Middle East is expected to become more complex in the coming years. As the threat landscape expands, organizations must continuously adapt to stay ahead of cybercriminals. "The evolving threat landscape is growing rapidly," Salah Suleiman notes. "We are constantly developing and enhancing our technologies, focusing on advanced threat detection, combating deep fakes, and improving our user interface to remain at the forefront of cybersecurity innovations."
As AI continues to shape the future of business, it is vital for organizations to invest in cybersecurity solutions that can keep pace with the ever-growing threat landscape. The Middle East, with its rapidly advancing digital transformation, must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard its future.
