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NCA Launches 'Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants' Initiative

NCA Launches 'Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants' Initiative
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NCA Launches 'Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants' Initiative

NCA Launches 'Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants' Initiative

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) announced the launch of the "Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants" initiative. This initiative aims to empower outstanding researchers and innovators to develop breakthrough research and disruptive innovations for current and emerging cybersecurity challenges, accelerating their impact both nationally and internationally, SPA reported.
NCA is launching this initiative in collaboration with its technical arm, the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE), as part of the "National Program for Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) in Cybersecurity."
The national program serves as a launch pad for transformative initiatives that unlock new horizons and foster cybersecurity industry development on a national level. Its aim is to solidify Saudi Arabia's standing as a secure global economic driver built on innovation and cybersecurity excellence.
The program prioritizes eight areas: NextGen Cyber Defense, Cyber Resilience, Cyber-Physical Technologies and IoT, AI x Cyber, Cryptography and Quantum Security, Behavioral Cyber, Future of Cyber Threats and Attacks, and Cyber Order. By nurturing robust national and international partnerships in cybersecurity RDI, the program is described as "the cornerstone of building an attractive innovation ecosystem in this critical field."
The Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants initiative will provide grants for researchers, academics, experts, and university students at various levels in cybersecurity or related fields. It will nurture broader-scale advancements in cybersecurity RDI under three primary tracks: Scientific Research and Projects, Postgraduate Research Theses, and Bachelor's and Master's Graduation Projects.

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ImpaQ Forum Kicks Off in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah

Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary and other officials are seen at the opening of the event in Diriyah. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary and other officials are seen at the opening of the event in Diriyah. (SPA)
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ImpaQ Forum Kicks Off in Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah

Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary and other officials are seen at the opening of the event in Diriyah. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary and other officials are seen at the opening of the event in Diriyah. (SPA)

Under the patronage of Saudi Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary, the Impact Makers Forum (ImpaQ) kicked off in Diriyah on Wednesday, attracting a host of influencers, experts and content creators from around the world.

The opening ceremony featured a modern theatrical performance titled "The Butterfly Effect," celebrating the forum's message and its significance in various fields of influence.

In an opening speech to over 1,500 guests at the Diriyah Arena, Al-Dossary emphasized the growing role of influencers, highlighting the importance of leveraging this influence to foster creativity and innovation and to stimulate community and economic development.

"The Kingdom's Vision 2030, led by Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, is a vision that has inspired the world and created impact," he stated.

"Influence can be a single word from a passerby that might forever change someone's life for the better. It could come from a street vendor striving to provide for his children, a loving father, or a great mother who performs miracles to instill values in her children," he remarked.

"Influence is not confined to platforms and screens alone. Look around you at work, in your club, in your neighborhood, at home, and you will see who has shaped your personality and life. ImpaQ celebrates them and all of you," stressed the minister.

The Impact Makers Forum, the largest of its kind in the Kingdom, is being held on a 23,000-square-meter venue and includes three main areas: "Innovation Space" hosting panel discussions and major events, "Impact Space" where influencers share their inspirational experiences, and "Lab Space" for creative and technical workshops.

The two-day forum features over 40 diverse activities across 14 areas of influence, including media, artificial intelligence, sports, tourism and culture. The event will attract over 30,000 visitors, making it a leading platform for exchanging expertise and showcasing success stories in various fields of influence.

The forum also allows international influencers through special tours organized in cooperation with the Saudi Tourism Authority, aiming to highlight Saudi Arabia's uniqueness and appeal. The opening ceremony was digitally streamed to over one million viewers.

The forum features a diverse and engaging agenda, including panel discussions and workshops, while fostering substantial interaction among participants and attendees. This dynamic atmosphere underscores the Kingdom's role as a global hub for inspiration and innovation in the area of influence.