Huawei returns as Strategic Partner for 9th Annual Cyber Security Summit

Huawei Sri Lanka CEO Tao Guangyao (left) signifies the Strategic Partner to Cyber Security Summit 2023 with event co-organiser CICRA Holdings Group Director/CEO Boshan Dayaratne

The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, and the Daily FT-CICRA Holdings 9th Annual Cyber Security Summit, scheduled on 12 October, is set to address the pressing challenges and opportunities in the field.

Huawei, supporter of the summit, is returning as the strategic partner for the second consecutive year, reaffirming their commitment to advancing digital security.

“As digitalisation begins to reach every corner of the world, people’s desire to unfold the blueprint of the coming fully connected world is increasing. The industry is working together to address new security risks faced by ICT architectures, technologies, and services, and address potential security challenges through unified ICT security standards, common ICT security concepts, and an agreed ICT security framework,” Huawei Sri Lanka CEO Tao Guangyao said.

“We are looking forward about the power of collaboration, and it gives us great pleasure to see the potential for technological advancement, partnerships, and knowledge sharing that forums like this provide,” he said.

Tao stressed that it was with sincere delight that Huawei is participating in the 9th Cyber Security Summit, slated for 12 October at the Cinnamon Grand.

“We find ourselves truly privileged to be in the company of distinguished experts and innovators who are at the forefront of shaping the future of cybersecurity, a vision closely aligned with Huawei Sri Lanka’s commitment to enabling digital transformation and contributing to economic revival. I am confident that we can make significant strides in cybersecurity together, and I am excited to see what we can accomplish collectively in order to meet Huawei’s local commitment of ‘In Sri Lanka for Sri Lanka,” Tao added.

This year, the full day summit featuring global and local experts will focus on three critical themes: Payment Card Industry Data Protection and the Evolution of Digital Platforms, along with a dedicated section on Cloud Security. With organisations increasingly migrating to the cloud, our eminent panel of global and local experts will share invaluable insights on safeguarding cloud-based operations.

The summit will delve into the concept of “Zero Trust,” a ground-breaking cybersecurity paradigm. Expert speakers will discuss its implications for business operations and provide guidance on its implementation, ensuring attendees are well-prepared for the evolving threat landscape.

CICRA Holdings Group Director/CEO Boshan Dayaratne said: “In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the threat of cybersecurity breaches has grown exponentially. Many organisations hastily embraced digitalisation for survival during the pandemic, often overlooking security concerns. Now, as we emerge from the COVID era, it is imperative that we re-evaluate our processes, applications, and data infrastructure to ensure robust cybersecurity.”

The annual Cyber Security Summit has played a pivotal role in raising cybersecurity awareness and resilience in Sri Lanka. Over the years, it has evolved into a crucial platform, engaging a broader spectrum of professionals beyond IT experts. Its impact is further amplified by extensive media coverage, making it a go-to event for cybersecurity discussions.

Additionally, on 11 October the annual CEO’s Forum, where global threats in the cybersecurity industry will be discussed, highlighting the evolving nature of threats post-pandemic. The forum will emphasise why cybersecurity should be a boardroom discussion, urging CEOs and directors to prioritise this critical issue.

Secure your seat at this vital event by visiting www.cybersecuritysummit.lk. For registration and further information, [email protected] or 0743885585