KPMG signs MoU with UAE Cyber Security Council to raise awareness nationwide

KPMG Lower Gulf has signed an agreement with the UAE Cyber Security Council to raise cyber safety awareness among students across the country and assist in the creation of a safe and strong cyber infrastructure in the UAE.

His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, and Timothy Wood, Partner and Head of Cyber Security at KPMG Lower Gulf, attended the signing ceremony at GITEX 2022 in Dubai.

Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government said: “The UAE leadership has always had a mission to strengthen the vital cyber sector, build confidence in the youth who will be the leaders of tomorrow, and empower them with the tools to contribute to our future in digital growth. The MoU aims to create awareness of cyber threats so they can navigate the digital world with confidence,” said His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al Kuwaiti.

The UAE amended its Cybercrime Law last year with a new Federal Decree Law No. 34 of 2021 covering crimes committed online, including an article punishing anyone who uses or lures children with illicit content.

Tim Wood, Partner and Head of Cyber Security at KPMG Lower Gulf, said: “The UAE has always put digital growth at the top of its priority, spearheading world-leading initiatives including within the metaverse. Today, cybersecurity is more crucial than ever, so UAE youth can benefit from the rich opportunities being created for them in the digital world. Our collaboration will strengthen the level of awareness amongst children and provide them with tools to safely navigate the online landscape.”

The MoU will allow KPMG and the Cyber Security Council to collaborate, develop, and implement nation-wide campaigns to educate UAE students and, ultimately, ensure a safe and secure online environment for them in the coming year.