The Cyber Security Council and Malcrove, a UAE-headquartered cybersecurity firm, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the CyberQ 2025 conference in Abu Dhabi. The MoU was signed by H.E. Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, and Dr. Ahmed Saif Alketbi, Co-Founder and General Manager of Malcrove.
The MoU is designed to foster collaboration in strengthening the UAE’s cyber resilience and safeguarding the nation’s digital future. It establishes a framework for close cooperation in key areas that directly benefit the UAE cybersecurity ecosystem, including joint readiness and response to cyber incidents, nationwide cybersecurity awareness initiatives, specialized training programs across all sectors, and cooperation on the research and development of promising cybersecurity solutions. Through this partnership, Malcrove will align its advanced cybersecurity capabilities and regional experience to complement and reinforce the Council’s national mandate.
H.E. Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, said: “This MoU with Malcrove reflects our ongoing commitment to build a secure and resilient digital ecosystem for the UAE. By working hand in hand with a home-grown cybersecurity provider that understands our national priorities, we can expand our efforts in preparedness, capacity-building, and incident response across all sectors. This collaboration supports the UAE’s vision to remain a global leader in digital transformation, built on trust, safety, and innovation.”
Dr. Ahmed Saif Alketbi, Co-Founder and General Manager of Malcrove, commented: “We are honored to support the UAE Cyber Security Council in its vital national mission. As a UAE-born cybersecurity firm serving organizations across the region, Malcrove is committed to bringing our technical expertise, cybersecurity experience, and hands-on engagement to help raise the level of cyber resilience in the country. Through this MoU, we look forward to jointly delivering collaborative initiatives that empower the UAE cybersecurity community and protect the UAE’s digital economy.”
The collaboration marks an important step in uniting national-level policy and oversight with deep technical and operational cybersecurity expertise from the private sector. It ensures that government entities, critical infrastructure operators, and businesses can benefit from shared knowledge, skills, and coordinated support in the face of evolving cyber threats.
For more information about Malcrove’s services and future joint initiatives under this MoU, please visit Malcrove’s website and follow Malcrove on LinkedIn.
