Mario Foster

It is my pleasure to participate as speaker at 3rd Edition MENA Cyber Security Conference on April 17-18, 2024. Topic: Understanding and Strengthening the Cybersecurity Framework.

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Navigating the Cloud: A Guide for Financial Services in MEA Are you a financial institution in the Middle East and Africa looking to leverage the power of cloud computing? Our latest blog post provides valuable insights into the best strategies for cloud migration. Discover how to: • Maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness • Enhance security and compliance • Stay ahead of the competition 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dW2VKCXj AWS Community MENA | AWS Startups | AWS Partners | AWS AI #NorthBaySolutions #AWS #AWSCloud #GenerativeAI #AWSPartner #AWSPremierPartner #cloudmigration #financialtechnology #MEA #technology #innovation #cloudcomputing #financialtechnology #fintech #digitaltransformation #cloudmigration #MEA #MiddleEastandAfrica #SaudiArabia #UAE #Egypt #SouthAfrica #Africa #MiddleEast #banks #insurance #investment #banking #finance #wealthmanagement

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A Strategic Partnership for Digital Transformation At Swiss Tech Capital AG, we believe the true value of an investment lies in its ability to transform and empower the future of our partners. Beyond capital, STC acts as a strategic partner guiding businesses in their digital transition in a seamless, educated, regulated, and responsible way. We support our clients and partners every step of the way, ensuring a technology integration that meets market standards and maximizes their growth potential in the digital environment. With projects like Global Force, we’ve shown how a well-designed blockchain can be the foundation for a secure and efficient ecosystem. We understand that each business is unique, so we tailor our expertise in blockchain and asset tokenization to make their transformation strategic and aligned with their goals. Working with STC means accessing new opportunities in the digital world, and strengthening your business in critical areas like security, scalability, and global market competitiveness. If you’re looking for a partner who understands the value of technology and is committed to building a sustainable digital evolution, STC is ready to be that bridge. #SwissTechCapital #DigitalTransformation #Blockchain #AssetTokenization #ResponsibleInnovation #DigitalStrategy #GlobalForce

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As His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, meets with Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Microsoft, here's an opportunity to summarize the key technology and UAE announcements made since early 2024. ## Microsoft's Strategic Partnership with G42 - AI: Microsoft invested $1.5 bn in UAE-based AI firm G42 with plans to bring AI and digital infrastructure to countries in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa. - Cloud: G42 will run its AI applications and services on Microsoft Azure, delivering advanced AI solutions to global public sector clients (Sovereign Cloud) and large enterprises via Khazna Data Centers, a JV company between G42 and e&. - Responsible AI Initiatives: 2 new research centers will be established in Abu Dhabi: an AI for Good Research Lab and a Responsible AI Centre. - Developer Support: a $1 bn fund will be established for developers, boosting AI skills. ## Cisco's Role in Enhancing Collaboration - Cisco announced a new Point of Presence (PoP) for cloud-delivered security services (Secure Service Edge) in the UAE aiming to enhance cyber protection for high-capacity users, infrastructure, and investments against cyber threats. - Microsoft and Cisco have strengthened their partnership, allowing for seamless interoperability between Microsoft Teams and Cisco’s Webex platform, enabling users to switch between Teams and Webex without rebooting or reconfiguration while maintaining access to features from both systems. The collaboration between these tech giants aligns perfectly with the UAE's digital transformation strategy, collectively reinforcing the UAE's position as a global tech and AI and cybersecurity hub in the UAE and broader region, empowering local organizations with cutting-edge AI capabilities and flexible security services. This Microsoft-G42 partnership was achieved despite intense scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers due to G42's previous connections with China, demonstrating the UAE's strong determination to advance its digital transformation strategy and solidify its position as a global tech hub, even in the face of geopolitical challenges. #MicrosoftInUAE #CiscoInUAE #G42 #e& #AbuDhabi #UAE #AIInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Cybersecurity #ResponsibleAI #AIForGood

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I am privileged to be part of the Middle East Low Code No Code Summit Speakers. In Saudi Arabia, we are witnessing a profound shift towards Digital Transformation, where innovative technologies like Low-Code and No-Code solutions revolutionize our approach to business processes. This summit serves as a pivotal platform for industry leaders to collaborate, share insights, and collectively drive the digital agenda forward, ultimately shaping the future of our nation's technological landscape. Join us at the Middle East Low Code No Code Summit #MELCNC2024 #SaudiTechLeaders #InnovationSummit #NoCode #LowCode #technology #saudiarabia #digitaltransformation #businesstransformation

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Moving forward... On ground

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Business leaders are spending more on professional and consulting services to prepare their businesses for cloud migration, AI, generative AI (GenAI), and IoT implementations at MENA region. “Security remains a key area for IT services spending, as well as the increasing purchase of products, services, and tools through ‘XaaS’ (Anything as a Service) consumption models – both contributing to the overall growth of this segment.” Click link to read more… https://lnkd.in/djN8cJTE

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Embracing the digital revolution: Examining the relationship between ICT adoption and carbon emissions in the Persian Gulf https://drumup.io/s/hgmIY0 #CIO #CDO #Innovation #Digital #Transformation via drumup.io

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Saudi Arabia has been identified as the fastest-growing information technology market in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, with projected technology spending anticipated to reach $37.5 billion by 2024. These findings were shared at the recent ICT Indicators Forum in Riyadh. The country is seeing significant investment in key technological sectors including AI, IoT, big data analytics, and cybersecurity. Notably, AI spending is expected to reach $720 million in 2024, with a projected increase to $1.9 billion by 2027, marking a compound annual growth rate of 40%. Furthermore, public cloud expenditure is predicted to exceed $2.4 billion in 2024, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s emergence as a regional hub for cloud computing. This robust growth illustrates a strategic pivot towards an experience economy powered by cutting-edge technologies. These developments mark a significant milestone in the region’s technological advancement and underscore the Kingdom’s position as a pivotal player in the global tech landscape. #TechLeadership #SaudiTechGrowth #DigitalTransformation #StrategicInvestment #EmergingTechnologies #MENA

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Register now: https://lnkd.in/dw2VBrts You are invited to join our 19th September webinar with Faysal A. Ghauri. Discover the latest trends and predictions in fintech security, emerging threats, the role of new technologies, and strategies for implementing solid threat intelligence and incident response. #ECCouncil #Cybersecurity #FintechSecurity #FinancialTechnology #CybersecurityTrends #Webinar #ThreatIntelligence #IncidentResponse #DataSecurity 

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Dear All, I trust this post finds you in good health and high spirits. I am Assil Abdulrahim, the founder of 365 Architect, a distinguished establishment offering technical consultancy services to notable enterprises such as #SantanderBank, #Walmart, #PublixSupermarket, and more. I am reaching out to formally notify you about the imminent launch of "Unified Assessment," a cutting-edge SaaS solution tailored to facilitate auditing and attesting of your applications and solutions. This innovative tool is equipped with a plethora of features, incorporating data from esteemed frameworks like HIPAA, PCI, NIST, CMM, as well as prominent Security standards such as OWASP, ENISA, NIST. Drawing from my experience as a former senior security architect, I comprehend the intricacies that organizations encounter when relying on Excel sheets or Jira for security assessments. Our tool is meticulously crafted to streamline this process and furnish a holistic solution. Despite the multitude of options available in the market, we extend an invitation for you to avail yourself of a complimentary trial of our tool sans any charges or protracted implementation procedures. We are eager to receive feedback to refine our product and expand our outreach to individuals or teams who stand to benefit from it. The primary objective of this communication is to solicit feedback and establish connections with discerning users such as yourself. Should you or anyone within your circle express interest in exploring our tool, please do not hesitate to inform us. Your insights will be instrumental in fortifying our product. I appreciate your valuable time and eagerly anticipate your prompt response.

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Here is a quote from our CEO Abdullah A. Qaisi, BEng, MIET, PMP. Our CEO argues that #Cybersecurity is not just a one-size-fits-all thing; it's about understanding the unique challenges each organization faces and then building a narrative around how those threats can be addressed. It’s about creating awareness, highlighting vulnerabilities, and demonstrating the value of proactive defense. By telling the #story of real use cases, we make cybersecurity solutions relevant and critical, helping our customers see the unseen risks and empowering them to take action before it's too late. This mindset is what sets #EVAD apart! Thank you for the inspiration Mr. Abdullah A. Qaisi, BEng, MIET, PMP, great highlight in the #cybersecurityawarenessmonth! #Leadership #Cybersecurity #Cybersecurityawareness #customersatisfaction #excellence

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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗧 𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀 🌐🚀 . 🚀 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆! 🚀 . 🔹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗧 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: . 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲: From telemedicine to AI diagnostics, IT is reshaping patient care and medical research. 🏥💻 . 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Blockchain and fintech innovations are creating new opportunities and enhancing security. 💹🔐 . 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: E-learning platforms and virtual classrooms are making education accessible to everyone. 📚🌍 . 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹: E-commerce and data analytics are revolutionizing how businesses understand and reach customers. 🛍️📈 . 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Streaming services and VR experiences are redefining how we consume media. 🎥🎮 . 🔸 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗜𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: IT skills are becoming essential across all career paths. Embrace the change and future-proof your career! 🌟 . . #ITRevolution #CareerTransformation #FutureOfWork #TechTrends #Innovation #SkillUp

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Hope to see you again this year to discuss how we can support you with your cybersecurity, resilience, transformation, emerging tech, cloud, OT and privacy related challenges. #kpmgsaudi #blackhat2024 #cranium

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As digital transformation accelerates in Oman, cybersecurity is more important than ever. The Central Bank of Oman’s Cyber Security & Resilience Framework (CS&RF) is designed to protect the financial industry from evolving threats. How can organizations stay compliant without compromising business productivity? Download our whitepaper to learn how Seclore's data-centric security solutions can help you meet CS&RF requirements and protect your sensitive data: https://lnkd.in/gquG4Sts #Cybersecurity #DataProtection #FinancialServices #Oman

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During the annual UAE government meetings, which focused on the themes of identity, family and #AI, HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, The Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched the UAE FDI strategy that will help the country attracts 1.3 trillion AED by 2031. His highness mentioned 5 areas of focus to achieve the above. “This will be achieved through five strategic directions: attracting new investments in priority sectors, expanding FDI in existing projects, strengthening international partnerships, enhancing investor relations, and boosting the UAE's overall competitiveness,” A bold move by the country to maintain its leadership position as the place of aspirations and opportunities. I can clearly say that in the area of #AI, the UAE has already started to attract significant investments. Microsoft $1.5B investment in G42 as well as our commitment to bring our engineering foot print to the UAE, are already encouraging many other global companies to invest here.

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SAIMOS #VideoAnalytics, #3D #LiDAR, #GIS - live in action and purely Intel Corporation #CPU powered with the deepest Milestone Systems #XProtect integration available on the market! Visit the MVP Tech booth and learn more about the benefits and this strong partnership!

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