As AI, automation, and connected systems continue to reshape national infrastructure, cyber threats are evolving rapidly. From energy grids to ports and defense, nations face a complex web of hybrid risks that combine digital disruption with geopolitical intent.
This roundtable brought together senior government and industry leaders to examine these challenges and share practical approaches for navigating the current threat landscape. Participants explored proactive, intelligence-driven strategies—integrating policy, technology, and cross-sector collaboration—to strengthen resilience and safeguard critical assets.
Meet 2026 Speakers
Brian Leke
Senior Director of Engineering | Ai71
Carl Nixon
Senior Advisor | Kearney & Former CIO | New Zealand Defense Force
Hossam El-Shenraky
Head of Police Management Department | Dubai Police Academy
Kamran Ahsan
Executive Director, Product Management | CPX
Saoud Lootah
Head of IT Operations | Dubai Media Incorporated