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Middle East , Doha , Qatar
MIDDLE EAST
FORTINET REPORT FINDS NEARLY 78 % OF UAE ORGANISATIONS SAY EMPLOYEES LACK FUNDAMENTAL SECURITY AWARENESS
New research highlights the connection between increased organisation-wide cyber awareness and decreased organisational risk . ortinet , a global cybersecurity leader
F driving the convergence of networking and security , has released its annual 2024 Security Awareness and Training Global Research Report , highlighting the crucial role a cyberaware workforce plays in managing and mitigating organisational risk .
“ Our latest research highlights key trends within the United Arab Emirates , showing significant progress in the adoption of
AI-driven security solutions ,” said Alain Penel , Vice President – Middle East , Turkey and CIS at Fortinet . “ According to the findings , 32 % of respondents in the UAE are in the process of implementing AI security measures , while 68 % have already integrated these technologies into their systems . These advancements reflect the region ’ s proactive approach to enhancing cybersecurity resilience and awareness , reinforcing the UAE ’ s position as a leader in security innovation across the Middle East .”
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