Cybersecurity Challenge
A program aimed at innovators and entrepreneurs in the cybersecurity field; it targets launching a foundation to enhance the cybersecurity industry in the Kingdom by supporting the establishment of promising startups in the field. This is done in collaboration with the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha'at), represented by the Diligence Center, and the Saudi Information Technology Company (SITE).
Objectives
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Localization of cybersecurity technologies |
Increasing the number of cybersecurity startups in the Kingdom |
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Empowering national talents |
Economic contribution and job creation |
Challenge priorities
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Managed cybersecurity services |
Protection of 5G networks |
Incident response |
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Internet of Things (IoT) security |
Industrial systems protection |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity |
It is possible to participate with a solution outside the scope of priorities if it supports the development of the cybersecurity industry in the Kingdom.
Outcomes
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Prototype or initial version of a marketable product |
Clear business model |
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