QU and Thales to boost cybersecurity knowledge in Qatar

Doha: Qatar University renews its partnership with global technology leader, Thales, to continue developing innovative cybersecurity solutions, upskill local youth and protect the country against emerging cyber threats. Thales ambition is to be the trusted partner of Qatar in cybersecurity, delivering customized solutions to ensure Qatar’s sovereignty.

As part of the renewed agreement, Thales will support Qatar University with its annual cybersecurity event, Cyber Week, through reintroducing its advanced training tool, Cyber Range, to assist the university’s students in improving their capabilities to address cyberattacks.

The event, organised by Knowledge, Intelligence, Networked Data, and Interdisciplinary (KINDI) Research Center, aims to discuss current challenges and future trends related to security and privacy. The event will provide students with hands-on training and awareness sessions. Thales will be speaking on the importance of cyber sovereignty and cyber resilience in a new post-pandemic world.