The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) has confirmed that the second edition of its flagship “CyberQ” conference will take place this November.
Set for 26–27 November at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, this year’s edition—titled “Where Quantum, AI, and Cybersecurity Converge”—will gather experts, policymakers, and industry leaders from over 100 countries.
The conference will explore the disruptive impact of quantum computing and AI on cybersecurity, covering topics such as AI-driven attacks, defensive automation, and the transition to post-quantum technologies.
The event will also spotlight advances in quantum cryptography, emerging international standards, and pressing risks such as organised cybercrime, reinforcing the UAE’s role as a global leader in cybersecurity solutions.
Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, stated that holding the CyberQ conference for the second consecutive year follows the directives of the nation’s wise leadership, reaffirming the UAE’s vision for global leadership in digital and cybersecurity fields, and cementing its status as a global hub for data.
He emphasised that this year’s conference focuses on encryption, quantum computing, and their relationship with AI and cybersecurity, stressing the urgency of addressing quantum security challenges, especially as quantum computers are increasingly capable of solving highly complex mathematical problems that call for rethinking traditional encryption methods.
Dr. Al Kuwaiti further highlighted the importance of continuously advancing cybersecurity in parallel with quantum technologies to ensure strong digital foundations in the face of new complex threats.
He affirmed that organising CyberQ for the second year in a row marks a decisive step in knowledge exchange, strengthening international and regional cooperation, and driving collective readiness for a future where quantum capabilities will radically reshape both challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity.
Dr. Najwa Aaraj, CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), said, “As a proud supporting partner of CyberQ, TII is committed to advancing sovereign capabilities at the intersection of cryptography, quantum, AI, and cybersecurity. This convergence is reshaping the global security landscape, and it requires innovative approaches to protect critical infrastructures.
“Through our work in post-quantum cryptography, quantum key distribution, and AI-driven cyber reasoning solutions, we aim to strengthen the UAE’s leadership in this vital field. CyberQ provides a unique platform to collaborate with international experts and accelerate readiness for the quantum era.”
(Inputs from WAM)
