GEC NEWS WIREThe Saudi cloud computing company, sccc Alibaba Cloud, a leader in cloud computing services and digital transformation in the Kingdom, signed six memorandums of understanding with several international companies specialized in cybersecurity, during its participation as an infrastructure partner in the “Black Hat” event, one of the largest events in the field of cybersecurity, in the region. The event was organized as part of the activities of the Riyadh Season 2022, with participation of many local and international companies in the cybersecurity field, between November 15 to 17 at the Riyadh Front.
sccc Alibaba Cloud signed MoUs with Kaspersky, Fortinet, Logrhyhm, Palo Alto, A10 and F5. The signing aimed at finding joint ways of cooperation to localize the latest solutions and leading technologies in the field of cybersecurity for Alibaba Cloud, through utilizing the technology in the Kingdom, to increase awareness on cloud cybersecurity technologies. The company seeks to enable its customers and partners to abide by and comply with the highest standards of cybersecurity for a better digital infrastructure in KSA.
“We are pleased to be the infrastructure partner at the Black Hat, as the first and largest ultra-high-capacity cloud in the Kingdom, after launching our business in Saudi Arabia”, said Talal Albakr, CEO of sccc Alibaba Cloud. “We are keen to apply the highest and best standards of Protection and security of information, ensuring business continuity, in line with cybersecurity legislations in the Kingdom. Our agreements with international companies specialized in cybersecurity confirm our endeavors towards contributing to the development of the KSA’s digital infrastructure and enhancing information security, as international cybersecurity companies will be able to provide their services in the Kingdom through Alibaba cloud”, Albakr added.
sccc highlighted Alibaba Cloud’s latest reliable and secure cloud computing solutions, as well as it sponsored the “Capture the Flag” competition as an infrastructure partner and provided hosting services for the competition. It is worth mentioning that “Black Hat” is a global event specialized in cybersecurity that comes within the activities of the Riyadh Season 2022, as it is one of the most important global forums for the information security sector and a destination for those interested in it. The event comes for the first time in the region this year in Riyadh; With the aim of exchanging experiences, reviewing the latest technologies in facing challenges, and enhancing cyber skills.
