Fortinet, the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, announced its participation as a Security Sponsor at Cairo ICT 2025, taking place from November 16 to 19 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. The company’s participation underscores its ongoing commitment to supporting digital transformation and strengthening cybersecurity resilience across Egypt and the region.
This year, Fortinet’s presence will feature Derek Manky, Chief Security Strategist and Global VP of Threat Intelligence, who will share global insights on the evolving cyber threat landscape and the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern cyber defense.
AI-Powered Cybersecurity Takes Center Stage
At Cairo ICT 2025, Fortinet will spotlight its AI-driven security innovations designed to transform threat detection and response through intelligent automation. The company will showcase advancements in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Operational Technology (OT) security, and secure networking, helping organizations protect distributed environments with greater visibility, speed, and precision.
A key highlight will be Fortinet’s interactive Red Team vs. Blue Team SecOps Experience, where visitors can participate in live simulations of real-world attack and defense scenarios. This hands-on activation will demonstrate how AI and human expertise work together to detect, analyze, and neutralize threats in real time.
Addressing the Rise of AI-Driven Cybercrime
As cybercriminals increasingly leverage AI to scale and automate their attacks, Fortinet continues to lead the global effort in developing intelligent defenses. Derek Manky, Chief Security Strategist & Global VP of Threat Intelligence at Fortinet, emphasized the urgency of this transformation:
“AI lowers the barriers of entry for cybercriminals, while the dark web expands every year with Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) becoming a major issue. Organizations are facing an overwhelming number and complexity of attacks while struggling with a shortage of cybersecurity skills. To overcome these challenges, enterprises must consolidate their security operations across IT and OT environments and move away from siloed, add-on tools. Adopting a centralized, integrated platform approach powered by threat intelligence will enhance protection, simplify management, and optimize security investments.”
Strengthening Cyber Resilience in Egypt and Beyond
Khaled Fawzy, Senior Country Manager for Egypt, Libya & Sudan at Fortinet, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to supporting Egypt’s national digital transformation and protecting critical infrastructure:
“Our participation at Cairo ICT 2025 reflects our ongoing engagement in empowering organizations across Egypt and the region with advanced AI-driven security solutions. As threats grow more sophisticated, Fortinet enables customers to build resilience through Zero Trust architectures, predictive threat intelligence, and secure networking. Cairo ICT serves as a strategic platform to connect with partners, customers, and industry leaders shaping the future of cybersecurity.”
The Fortinet Security Fabric and Live SecOps Experience
Visitors to Fortinet’s booth will have the opportunity to explore the Fortinet Security Fabric, an integrated platform offering end-to-end visibility, control, and automation across IT and OT environments. The live Red Team vs. Blue Team simulation will allow participants to experience real-world attack scenarios and practice incident response strategies firsthand.
Fortinet experts will also join panel discussions throughout the event, addressing emerging cyber threats, the evolving role of AI in defense, and strategies for securing hybrid infrastructures. Through these discussions, Fortinet continues to advocate for stronger collaboration and knowledge exchange within the regional cybersecurity ecosystem.