MIITE 2026: UAE Cyber Security Council, IBM to launch Abu Dhabi hub for trusted AI and cyber resilience - Economy Middle East

Home Technology MIITE 2026: UAE Cyber Security Council, IBM to launch Abu Dhabi hub for trusted AI and cyber resilience The new center will unite government, industry and academia  UAE Cyber Security Council IBM to lunch Abu Dhabi AI Cyber Innovation Center Published: Tue 5 May 2026, 11:46 AM The UAE Cyber Security Council and IBM revealed plans to create a joint Innovation Center in Abu Dhabi, advancing the UAE Government’s priorities for trusted artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and next-generation digital innovation. Announced at Make it in the Emirates 2026 with Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government and UAE Cyber Security Council Chairman, plus Shukri Eid, IBM Gulf, Levant and Pakistan General Manager. Strategic co-creation platform unites stakeholders The Innovation Center establishes a distinctive collaboration hub spanning government, industry, academia, and global partners, merging technology, expertise, and policy frameworks to realise UAE’s AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation vision. It accelerates responsible AI deployment, fortifies cyber resilience, and enables trusted digital evolution aligned with national objectives while enabling IBM to deliver technologies, global knowledge, and ecosystem partnerships to UAE/regional clients. Core focus areas build national capabilities Priorities encompass talent/capacity development, emerging technologies, governance/trust frameworks, and solution creation: co-developing AI/cybersecurity/advanced digital skills nationally; exploring AI, intelligent automation, advanced cybersecurity; crafting governance matching national/global standards; pursuing localised solutions for regional/international markets via ecosystem go-to-market strategies. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security for the UAE Government, said, “With the guidance our leadership, The UAE is committed to build a secure, future-ready digital ecosystem that is resilient, innovative, and globally competitive. Our collaboration with IBM reflects the importance of trusted partnerships in strengthening national cybersecurity capabilities, advancing responsible technology adoption, and supporting the country’s broader digital transformation journey.” Shukri Eid, General Manager, IBM Gulf Levant and Pakistan, added, “The UAE has established itself as one of the world’s most forward-looking environments for technology-led transformation. Through the Innovation Center in Abu Dhabi, we aim to reinforce IBM’s commitment to the UAE by advancing innovation, supporting local talent and capability development, and creating a powerful platform for trusted innovation that helps advance responsible AI, strengthen cybersecurity resilience, and support the country’s long-term strategic ambitions.” Read more | MIITE 2026: UAE announces $49 billion in new industrial procurement opportunities as contribution hits $54.4 billion Trusted solutions ecosystem collaboration The center unites UAE Cyber Security Council and IBM for co-created AI/cybersecurity solutions, national talent/capability enhancement, and regionally/globally scalable local innovations. Merging IBM global expertise with UAE Cybersecurity Council vision/leadership builds sustainable domestic capabilities while positioning UAE as premier trusted technology innovation/collaboration destination. Plans remain subject to definitive agreements execution. Related Topics: Abu Dhabi artificial intelligence The stories on our website are intended for informational purposes only. Those with finance, investment, tax or legal content are not to be taken as financial advice or recommendation. Refer to our full disclaimer policy here. Related Articles UAE partners with Google Cloud to launch Cybersecurity Center of Excellence in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi's Cyber Security Council, DoH strengthen healthcare cybersecurity with comprehensive drill Advancing cyber security and digital innovation in the UAE Microsoft to enable local data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot in UAE