du, a leading telecom and digital services provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, aiming to offer a comprehensive 360-degree security solution for businesses in the UAE. The integration of Microsoft Azure’s innovative security stack with du Tech’s managed services will help businesses combat ever-evolving cyber threats while meeting the demanding compliance standards of today’s digital landscape.
Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, emphasized that this partnership marks a significant milestone for the company, enabling businesses to secure their operations and adhere to regulatory requirements with state-of-the-art security solutions. The collaboration will integrate Large Language Model (LLM) capabilities into du Tech’s cybersecurity services, allowing businesses to leverage AI-driven insights for early issue detection and response, without the need to manage the underlying infrastructure.
Imane El Majdoubi, Executive Director of Enterprise Commercial UAE at Microsoft, reiterated the collaboration’s value in helping businesses strengthen their cybersecurity frameworks. By combining Microsoft’s security solutions with generative AI, the partnership enhances threat detection, response capabilities, and predictive security insights.
The comprehensive suite of managed security services includes Security Copilot-based threat detection, LLM services, Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), and du Tech’s specialized services in monitoring and incident response, offering businesses a holistic security approach.
du, which is driving digital transformation in the UAE, provides a wide range of services from mobile, fixed, broadband, and entertainment to fintech solutions. The company integrates cutting-edge technologies like AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IoT to deliver bespoke solutions that shape a more digitally advanced future across the region.
