Honouring excellence: ICT Leadership Awards – Saudi Arabia celebrates tech innovators in the Kingdom

On 27th November, Insight Media and Publishing powered by CXO Insight ME hosted the prestigious ICT Leadership Awards – Saudi Arabia, bringing together the Kingdom’s most influential ICT leaders, innovators, and changemakers. The event celebrated the remarkable strides Saudi Arabia is making in the technology sector, honoring those at the forefront of driving digital transformation and innovation. Against the backdrop of Saudi Arabia’s rapid technological evolution, the evening served as a testament to the nation’s growing influence as a global tech hub.

The ICT Leadership Awards – Saudi Arabia spotlighted leaders who have made significant strides in advancing the Kingdom’s ICT capabilities. These changemakers aren’t just building the digital infrastructure of today but are laying the groundwork for a smarter, more connected tomorrow. Their contributions are pivotal in helping Saudi Arabia achieve its ambitious Vision 2030 goals, from smart cities to AI-driven public services.

Each honouree was a testament to the Kingdom’s growing prominence as a global tech hub. From driving digital innovation to enhancing cybersecurity resilience, these leaders are creating a ripple effect that’s inspiring change not only in Saudi Arabia but across the region.

The event also featured two thought-provoking presentations from key partners, who delved into the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

In the first keynote, Roland Daccache, Senior Manager of Sales Engineering at CrowdStrike, tackled the rapid advancements in AI and its dual impact—revolutionising how we work and communicate while also enabling cybercriminals to launch increasingly sophisticated attacks. His talk shed light on the critical need for proactive cybersecurity measures as AI becomes a battleground for defence and exploitation alike.

This theme was further explored by Ahmad Alhouf, Regional Sales Manager, and Omar Yousef, Sales Engineer at Vectra AI. Their session, “How AI is Transforming Cyber Defence in KSA,” highlighted how AI-powered tools are enabling smarter and faster detection of cyber threats. They emphasised that as Saudi Arabia’s digital economy grows, AI is crucial in countering the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape.

The evening culminated in the ICT Leadership Awards ceremony, where innovators and leaders were celebrated for their extraordinary contributions. The room buzzed with energy as attendees from across the ICT sector exchanged ideas and forged new collaborations.

The event wasn’t just about honoring achievements; it was a call to action to continue driving innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Saudi Arabia’s thriving ICT sector. Here are the winners of the ICT Leadership Awards – KSA 2024:

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