Exhibit – Influence – Impact
Discover – Deploy - Accelerate
Empower Your Hub. Engage the World
A curated networking program connecting startups with investors, enterprises, and government leaders for partnerships and funding opportunities.
A vibrant showcase zone spotlighting next-gen cybersecurity innovators and breakthrough solutions shaping the industry.
An exclusive platform enabling startups to pitch directly to CISOs and enterprise buyers to unlock real-world business potential.
A digital storytelling series under GISEC Insights, sharing the origin stories of founders, the problems they solve, and what sparked their journey.
Fueling the next wave of cyber innovation. Our program brings world class investors and high-growth startups together to turn funding into real-world impact.
A global gathering of women leaders and changemakers unfolding the inspiring moments.
Chairman Allegis Cyber Capital, USA Built modern cybersecurity investing architecture with $1B+ institutional AUM
Managing Director Secure Octane Investments, USA Early-stage capital partner to cybersecurity founders building defensible businesses
Programme Director Cyber E71, UAE Early-stage capital partner to cybersecurity founders building defensible businesses
Group CISO & SVP IT Infrastructure Emirates, UAE Leading cyber defense for one of the world’s largest airlines
Vice President Investment Corporation of Dubai Leads the Cyber Security division at Dubai’s most influential sovereign portfolio.
The world’s most influential cyber startup stage. Exhibit to get noticed, get funded, and get ahead
Build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.
Shine in front of big-ticket investors on the lookout for the next big idea.
Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional Accelerators & incubators.
Get guidance, insights and advice from seasoned mentors.
The largest pitch competition for the cybersecurity start ups. Recognising the most innovative cybersecurity startups.
The ultimate standout! Handpicked by our expert judges, this award recognizes an entry that truly stole the show.
Recognizing the boldest trailblazer! This award goes to a solution shaking up the industry and rewriting market rules.
Celebrating game-changing ingenuity! This award honors a solution that redefines innovation with groundbreaking impact.
Spotlighting the next big success story! This award is for a venture primed for explosive growth and global impact.
Awarded to an regional cybersecurity startup shaping the future of digital security through innovation and excellence.
Independent Board Member, Alserkal Group
United Arab Emirates
Vice President - Data Protection and Governance, Data Protection & Governance, Majid Al Futtaim Holding LLC
Group VP & CISO, Noon
Saudi Arabia
Venture Advisor, 33N
UAE
Former Federal Prosecutor & Global Chief Security Officer, Fortune 500
United States
Immediate past Director Cybercrime, Interpol
United Kingdom
Future Studies Specialist, Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC)
Global CISO Cruise Division, MSC Cruise Division
Switzerland
CISO, GoTo Gojek Tokopedia (GOTO)
Indonesia
Group CISO, HDFC Life
India
Group CISO, Mashreq
Executive Director, European Cybersecurity Competence Centre (ECCC)
Romania
Group CISO, First National Bank – FNB
South Africa
Founding Partner, Group 11
Director, KA Power Ltd
Cybersecurity Country Head -HBME , HSBC Bank
Global CISO, Aramex
CISO, Águas do Tejo Atlântico
Portugal
Group Chief Information Security Officer, Beyond One
CISO, Scale AI
CEO, Aka Identity
Investment Director, Portugal
Executive Chairman, Wamda Capital
Group CISO, MBC Group
Executive Head of Cybersecurity, M-PESA Africa
Kenya
APAC Information Security Officer, Air Liquide
Malaysia
Director , Data Security Council of India
Founder and General Partner, Rain Capital
US
Managing Director, Secure Octane Investments
USA
Senior Vice President,IT Infrastructure & CyberSecurity, The Emirates Group
Vice President, Investment Corporation of Dubai
Participating in GISEC has been a great experience — a valuable opportunity to enter the market. We look forward to building on these new relationships. So far, a dozen businesses have approached us, and we’re excited about the potential they represent.
CEO, SecureOnelabs
The response we’ve seen from investors and buyers has been outstanding. GISEC has connected us only with the most relevant people for our specific clients — far exceeding our expectations.
Founder, Secmatix
GISEC has brought us a great proposition. As we expand internationally, being here is crucial because the show provides valuable opportunities for global growth.
Founder & CEO, EVA Cybersec
It’s been very productive — at GISEC, there are major opportunities, especially when it comes to investments.
Chief Product Office, Maltiverse
I love this event because we meet many international companies here. At GISEC, we target not only local attendees but also buyers from other countries. They also arrange meetings with investors and potential clients — which is truly priceless. I really appreciate it.
CEO, Paranoidlab
GISEC do provide the platform to engage with global community and find opportunity for collaborations as well, it is a good opportunity to be part of this event.
CEO of , Data Security Council of India (DSCI)