Key Giveaways:
- Cybersecurity for Digital Transformation: The 6th Cybersecurity Education and Scientific Research Conference (CIRC) highlights the crucial role of cybersecurity in enabling successful digital transformation.
- Collaboration is Key: The conference stresses the importance of collaboration between academia, government, and the private sector to develop effective cybersecurity solutions.
- Focus on AI and Education: The event explores the evolving challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity in the context of artificial intelligence and education.
Kuwait City, Kuwait – The sixth edition of the Cybersecurity Education and Scientific Research Conference (CIRC) has opened in Kuwait, bringing together experts and academics to discuss the latest trends and challenges in cybersecurity. The conference, themed “Advancing Cybersecurity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence and Education,” is hosted by the Kuwait College of Science and Technology.
Major General (Retd) Mohammed Bouarki, Chairman of the National Cyber Security Center, emphasized the critical role of cybersecurity in ensuring the success of digital transformation initiatives. He highlighted the need for stronger collaboration between academic institutions, government agencies, and private sector organizations to develop innovative and effective cybersecurity solutions.
“Cybersecurity is essential for ensuring the success of digital transformation in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape,” stated Bouarki.
Dr. Khaled Al-Buqaeen, President of the Kuwait College of Science and Technology, echoed the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing in addressing cybersecurity challenges. He noted that the conference features distinguished academic content from speakers in Kuwait and the United Kingdom, all aimed at developing a robust cybersecurity strategy for Kuwait.
“The college is dedicated to sharing its academic expertise and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance cybersecurity culture in the region and find innovative solutions to emerging challenges,” said Al-Buqaeen.
The CIRC serves as a platform for exchanging ideas and experiences, fostering constructive discussions, and inspiring innovative approaches to combat future cyber threats. The conference features keynote speakers, workshops, interactive sessions, and presentations of cutting-edge scientific research in the field of cybersecurity.
This year’s conference is a collaborative effort supported by the National Cyber Security Center, the British Embassy in Kuwait, Kuwait University, the Kuwait College of Science and Technology, and the Science and Innovation Network in the UK. This partnership underscores the importance of international collaboration in addressing the global challenges of cybersecurity.
