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Kuwaiti officials , businesses , strategic thinkers joined by German ambassador on SAP Discovery Day
Kuwaiti businesses will be able to adopt either of SAP ’ s acceleration programmes , RISE with SAP or GROW with SAP , to facilitate their move to Google Cloud platform . This approach will enable companies to benefit from the comprehensive range of SAP cloud solutions that include automatically updated programmes with embedded emerging technologies such as AI and automation , as well as sustainability metrics and data analytics .
As senior Kuwaiti government officials , businesses and other strategic thinkers were joined by the German ambassador for SAP Discovery Day , discussions focused on initiatives to develop local technological talent , transform businesses in the cloud , build resilient supply chains , and create sustainable enterprises to support Kuwait ’ s future digital economy . SAP highlighted its commitment to developing and upskilling Kuwaiti technology talent through the SAP University Alliances , the SAP Dual Study Programme , and the SAP Young Professionals Programme .
The guests in attendance also heard the opening address delivered by HE Hans-Christian von Reibnitz , Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Kuwait , in which he emphasized the strong bilateral relations between Kuwait and his country , where SAP has its headquarters .
Dr Khaled Mahdi , Secretary-General of the General-Secretariat of The Supreme Council for Planning and Development , who participated in an emerging technology panel discussion , noted , “ Emerging technologies will shape Kuwait ’ s future planning and development in the context of public policy .”
Among the other developments highlighted at the event was how SAP and Google Cloud are collaborating , with the support of the Kuwaiti government , to facilitate companies ’ digital transformations . With the launch of Google Cloud ’ s local data centre announced this year ,
Dr Ammar Alhusaini , Acting Director General of the Central Agency for Information Technology , CAIT , also participated in the panel discussion , highlighting how collaboration between the public and private sectors could accelerate the pace of digital transformation in Kuwait .
Bahrain based Beyon Cyber acquires DTS Solution , partners with Expel
Beyon Cyber , the largest private cybersecurity operations centre , in Bahrain and part of the Beyon Group is accelerating the advancement of cybersecurity in the nation with ambitions to enhance the digital security presence of the wider region and serve its evolving customer base .
It recently acquired a majority stake in DTS Solution , a regional Cyber Security Advisory , Consulting , and Engineering firm headquartered in Dubai , United Arab Emirates , enhancing its portfolio of cybersecurity offerings to ensure the delivery of industryleading products and services that address the challenging security needs in the region .
Beyon Cyber signed an exclusive partnership with Expel , a security operations provider during the Arab International Cybersecurity Summit , AICS , which took place at Exhibition World Bahrain in December 2022 . The partnership will enable Beyon Cyber to provide managed detection and response , MDR services in the region , including the UAE , Saudi Arabia , and the Kingdom of Bahrain .
As a result of its continued dedication to empowering cybersecurity solutions in the region and future-focused innovations , Beyon Cyber has received recognition from renowned global industry stakeholders .
In April 2023 it was recognised as the fastest-growing Cyber Security Company in the Middle East and Cyprus in the second edition of Deloitte ’ s Technology Fast 50 rankings and also won the Best Cybersecurity Startup in the Middle East for 2023 as part of the 8th annual Cyber Security Excellence Awards which honour the world ’ s best cybersecurity organisations demonstrating excellence , innovation , andship in the information security industry .
Established in early 2008 , as part of Batelco ’ s Cyber Security unit , and officially launched as an independent company in 2022 , Beyon Cyber composes more than 14 years of experience in protecting Bahrain ’ s most critical communications infrastructure . The firm offers a complete portfolio of advanced solutions and services for cyber security including Advisory and Consulting , Cyber Assurance , Cyber Defence , Cyber Engineering and Operational Technology , OT Security .
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