Abu dhabi: The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), in collaboration with its national strategic cybersecurity partner CPX Holding, announced the launch of the 'UAE Cyber Factory' aimed at strengthening the nation's digital leadership and reinforcing its cyber sovereignty.
According to Emirates News Agency, the initiative is designed to enhance the country's ability to anticipate, detect, and respond to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats targeting both institutions and individuals. With more than 800,000 daily cyberattacks recorded in recent months, as per the UAE Cyber Security Council, the need for robust and adaptive defenses is critical for safeguarding national infrastructure and public trust.
Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, emphasized that the launch of the UAE Cyber Factory marks a new phase of leadership. It positions the UAE as a global hub for advanced cybersecurity and a digital power shaping the future of the industry. He highlighted the UAE's role as a leading model that not only protects but also innovates and leads by developing advanced technologies to effectively detect, prevent, and deter cyber threats.
The UAE Cyber Factory will focus on designing, building, and scaling the next generation of cybersecurity capabilities. It will develop advanced programs, technologies, and systems powered by AI, enabling the UAE to address rapidly evolving cyber threats with greater speed and precision. The factory will serve as a fully sovereign integrated ecosystem, enhancing digital independence and strengthening readiness to proactively counter cyber threats.
Through this initiative, CSC and CPX aim to create a fundamental shift in the UAE's cybersecurity landscape, aligning with the country's ambition to design, develop, and produce globally competitive cybersecurity solutions locally. Hadi Anwar, CEO of CPX, stated that the UAE Cyber Factory represents a major step toward a sovereign, future-ready cybersecurity ecosystem, combining local talent, advanced engineering, and innovation built in the UAE. By enabling end-to-end capabilities and strengthening national ownership of digital defenses, it aims to create a secure and resilient environment for government, businesses, and citizens.