The Dubai Cyber ​​Security Center, in cooperation with the World Bank Group, organizes the “Global Government Cloud Computing Forum”

Under the generous patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Cyber ​​Security Center, in cooperation with the World Bank Group, will host the “Global Government Cloud Computing Forum” next January with the participation of more than 350 experts and more than 100 officials. Intergovernmental and more than 50 international speakers and 30 innovators in the field of cloud computing technologies in the government sector, in order to redraw the features of the cloud computing sector, and discuss the great potential it provides to drive innovation processes. And enabling the digital economy

The forum, which will be held on January 21, 2025 in Dubai, will include an elite group of thought leaders and decision-makers in the field of technology, who will shed light on the role of cloud technologies in developing public administration, improving governance, and supporting sustainable development around the world. The forum focuses on a group of vital topics, such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, quantum computing, sustainable cloud solutions, and the use of cloud technologies in development, as these topics are in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda. It keeps pace with the trends of the emirate’s economy, which is based on knowledge and future technological applications, as well as the impact of the event in consolidating Dubai’s position as a leading destination in technology and innovation.

The forum’s activities will include a series of keynote speeches, dialogue seminars, and case studies, presented by a group of experts in the cloud computing sector. Among the topics that will be discussed are: multi-cloud strategies, data sovereignty, the role of artificial intelligence, and machine learning techniques in government, with a focus on the role of technologies. The cloud contributes to enhancing the UAE’s commitment to sustainability and environmental goals

Through the various sessions included in the forum’s agenda, attendees will gain valuable information about successful applications of cloud computing in the government field, in addition to the capabilities provided by quantum computing and technical disaster recovery solutions, which contribute to enhancing flexibility and the level of performance in the digital work environment.

Side sessions will also be held on the sidelines of the forum focusing on new trends in the sector, such as green cloud initiatives, the role of artificial intelligence in improving public services, and the future of cloud security. Experts will discuss the regulatory compliance challenges associated with implementing cloud technologies, and highlight best practices for data protection

Regarding the importance of the event, His Excellency Yousef Hamad Al Shaibani, CEO of the Dubai Cyber ​​Security Centre, said: “We are pleased to organize the Global Government Cloud Computing Forum in Dubai for the first time in the world in cooperation with the World Bank Group and a group of our partners, in an important step that contributes to consolidating Dubai’s leading position in the fields of Innovation, safety and security in the digital environment. The forum will be an exemplary opportunity to highlight our efforts to enhance the role of cybersecurity in the future of smart governance and ensure its security, as the adoption of cloud technologies contributes to establishing a secure and sustainable future. And highly effective for governments around the world and within cyberspace

The “Global Government Cloud Computing Forum” represents a vital platform for driving innovation in the field of technologies that support government work, and developing cloud solutions that will shape the future of digital transformation around the world. The forum is held in cooperation with “Du”, the main partner, “Moro”, and the “Dubai Investment Corporation”.