In a strategic move to safeguard national assets, the United Arab Emirates Cybersecurity Council has entered into a pivotal partnership with Rilian Technologies and CPX Holding, aiming to bolster the nation’s critical infrastructure defenses. The collaboration will integrate cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and leverage advanced technologies from key global partners, including Google Cloud.
As part of this agreement, Rilian Technologies will deploy its Rilian Defense Platform (RDP) in close coordination with the UAE’s National Security Operations Center (NSOC). The RDP will unify, operate, and automate various cybersecurity mechanisms across operational technology (OT) environments, essential for protecting vital national systems.
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His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, emphasized the importance of this initiative:
“Over the past decade, the UAE has pursued a vision of innovation to enhance our people’s lives and establish the safest and most dynamic economy. This agreement is a critical step toward preserving that vision by ensuring our infrastructure and digital future remain secure and prosperous.”
With the UAE accelerating its digital transformation, safeguarding its infrastructure has become a national priority. CPX Holding, working alongside Rilian and its ecosystem of partners, will deliver a next-generation security operations framework to the NSOC. This platform will include real-time threat detection, AI-powered analytics, and automated incident response — all designed to elevate the nation’s cyber defense posture.
A key component of this project involves the development and deployment of AI agents tailored for OT environments. Under the Council’s direction, Rilian and CPX will design, train, and coordinate these intelligent agents to respond to cyber threats autonomously and continuously assess risks to critical sectors.
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Christian Schnedler, CEO of Rilian Technologies, praised the collaboration:
“The UAE has outlined a bold roadmap to achieve its Vision 2031 through resilient digital infrastructure. We are honored to contribute to this effort alongside CPX and international technology leaders, bringing advanced automation and orchestration to protect the country’s most vital assets.”
Hadi Anwar, CEO of CPX Holding, highlighted the strategic timing of the agreement:
“This initiative arrives at a transformative moment in the cybersecurity landscape, as both adversaries and defenders rapidly adopt AI. By enhancing autonomy within our security operations, this partnership will significantly boost the effectiveness of Emirati cyber teams and ensure proactive protection of the nation’s operational technology systems.”
This collaboration not only marks a significant milestone in the UAE’s cybersecurity evolution but also demonstrates the country’s commitment to securing its future through innovation, international collaboration, and technological leadership.
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Source: businesswire
