Morocco’s cybersecurity market to hit $238m by 2031
Morocco’s cybersecurity market is expected to reach $238 million by 2031, driven by the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy, cloud adoption, and growing demand for advanced security solutions.
Morocco’s cybersecurity market is expected to reach $238 million by 2031, driven by the Digital Morocco 2030 strategy, cloud adoption, and growing demand for advanced security solutions.
Sources further indicated that the firewall initiative falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of IT, adding to concerns due to the continued lack of official communication. Reports suggest the project may have faced technical challenges during integration with telecom infrastructure, potentially leading to financial losses and raising questions about whether the government may consider permanently shutting down the system ahead of the planned 5G spectrum auction.
Bharti Airtel has launched an AI & Cyber Threat Research Centre in India in partnership with Zscaler to strengthen national cyber resilience. The centre will focus on protecting critical sectors and supporting India’s digital transformation through AI-powered and Zero Trust security frameworks, amid a sharp rise in cyber threats targeting the country.
A Kaspersky report shows 70% of UAE firms plan to deploy AI-driven security operations centres to counter AI-powered cyber threats. Companies expect AI to enhance threat detection and automate responses, despite challenges related to talent shortages and integration costs.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council reports that 71.4% of tracked cyber threats originate from state-sponsored groups, with government and financial sectors most targeted, as the country strengthens its national cybersecurity framework and AI regulation.
US cybersecurity firm ExtraHop has expanded into Saudi Arabia to support enterprises and critical infrastructure with advanced network detection and response solutions. The move reflects growing regional demand for cybersecurity as organisations accelerate digital transformation and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
Saudi cybersecurity startup Solidrange has raised $2.4 million in seed funding to expand its AI-powered governance, risk, and compliance solutions and cybersecurity awareness platforms. The investment will support regional growth and product development as demand rises for locally built, regulation-ready cybersecurity technologies.
Resecurity showcased AI-driven cybersecurity and risk management solutions at AI Everything MEA Egypt 2026, highlighting applications across defense, banking, and telecommunications sectors. The company’s collaboration with Alkan CIT / Alkan Telecom aims to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and support digital transformation across Egypt and the wider MENA region.
Algeria is expanding vocational training programmes to address rising cybersecurity demand, focusing on developing skilled professionals, modernizing training systems, and strengthening national digital security capabilities. The initiative supports workforce readiness, digital sovereignty, and long-term protection of critical infrastructure amid increasing cyber threats.
Algeria’s Ministry of Formation and Vocational Education, in coordination with the Information Systems Security Agency (ASIS), has launched a National Conference aimed at strengthening cybersecurity capabilities and aligning vocational training programs with the country’s growing digital security requirements.