Pre-GITEX 2025 | Check Point on AI-Powered Prevention, UAE Data Residency, and Building Cyber Skills

With GITEX days away, Dubai Diaries speaks with Ram Narayanan, Country Manager, Check Point Software Technologies, Middle East, on what’s coming to the stand and why it matters for the region. Expect the Infinity Platform built on a Hybrid Mesh Security architecture; Infinity ThreatCloud AI driving real-time prevention across network, cloud, and endpoints; and UAE-hosted, DESC-certified SaaS that keeps data local. Ram also outlines live demos of CloudGuard, Harmony, and Quantum, a stronger partner ecosystem, and expanded SecureAcademy training—timely moves as high-pressure sectors like education, telecom, and healthcare face persistent attack volumes across the Gulf.

As GITEX draws near, what new cybersecurity innovations or solution updates can we expect Check Point to unveil at the event — and how do these align with the most pressing security challenges facing organisations in the Middle East today?

At GITEX 2025, Check Point Software will showcase innovations that reflect our prevention-first, AI-driven approach, with Infinity ThreatCloud AI-powering real-time prevention across network, cloud and endpoint environments. Visitors will experience the Infinity Platform, built on a Hybrid Mesh Security architecture that unifies protection across data centers, cloud workloads, remote sites and endpoints. This is especially critical in the Middle East, where organisations have faced an average of 2,203 weekly attacks per organization over the past six months, with education, telecom and healthcare sectors most impacted. To meet local needs, Check Point delivers a UAE-hosted Infinity Portal for local data storage, DESC-certified SaaS solutions, and regional offices staffed with certified engineers and experts. Customers will also benefit from on-the-ground leadership, including our Head of MERICS, VP of EEMEA and Channel leaders, available at GITEX to engage directly. Live demos of CloudGuard, Harmony and Quantum will show how integrated AI-powered security translates into practical protection against sophisticated multi-vector attacks.

AI-driven attacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated. How is Check Point planning to use its GITEX presence to demonstrate the next evolution of your prevention-first, AI-powered security architecture — particularly across cloud, network, and endpoint layers?

AI-driven threats are rapidly evolving, requiring proactive, intelligence-led defence. At GITEX, we will demonstrate how Infinity ThreatCloud AI makes over 2 billion security decisions daily to stop emerging threats before they impact businesses. Infinity AI Copilot boosts SOC efficiency by up to 90%, while GenAI Security protects against malicious AI use such as deepfakes, phishing and prompt-injection attacks. Together, these innovations enhance resilience, streamline operations and reduce complexity, enabling organisations to thrive securely in today’s AI-driven threat landscape. . By embedding these capabilities into our Hybrid Mesh Security architecture, enterprises gain consistent prevention across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Live demos and interactive sessions will show how organizations can detect, neutralize and respond to threats quickly while maintaining full operational visibility and control, reinforcing Check Point’s leadership as a benchmark in AI-powered cybersecurity.

GITEX is a major stage for global tech companies to reinforce their regional commitment. What strategic priorities or investments will Check Point be highlighting at this year’s event to deepen its footprint across the UAE and wider Gulf?

Check Point’s regional strategy focuses on local presence, compliance and customer-centric support. A major milestone is DESC certification for our UAE-hosted SaaS offerings, including Infinity Portal, Harmony and Quantum solutions, ensuring sensitive data remains securely within the UAE. At GITEX, we will highlight investments in regional offices, local support teams, certified channel partners and dedicated engineering expertise. We are also expanding local training initiatives to help customers build in-house capabilities. With senior Check Point management and evangelists present in the UAE, including our regional and EMEA leadership, we reinforce our long-term commitment to the Gulf. All these investments align with our 2025 vision: protecting a hyperconnected, AI-driven world through Hybrid Mesh Security that accelerates secure digital transformation.

Partnerships often take centre stage at GITEX. Will Check Point be announcing any new alliances, regional collaborations, or partner enablement programmes during the event to strengthen the cybersecurity ecosystem in the region?

Partnerships are central to our approach in the region. At GITEX, we will showcase collaborations with cloud providers, technology integrators and local partners to deliver AI-powered, prevention-first solutions tailored to Gulf enterprises. Our open ecosystem of over 250 integrations enables organisations to build flexible, future-proof architectures while avoiding vendor lock-in. Additionally, we will highlight partner enablement programmes that include training, certification and co-innovation — helping the regional ecosystem strengthen operational readiness and resilience.These initiatives strengthen the regional ecosystem’s operational readiness to combat the next wave of AI-driven threats across hybrid environments.

The region is accelerating its digital transformation, but skills shortages remain a key barrier to resilience. How will Check Point use GITEX to spotlight its role in closing the cyber skills gap and supporting local talent development through training or certification initiatives?

Addressing the cyber security skills gap is critical for resilience in the Middle East. Through SecureAcademy and partner-led programs, Check Point provides training, certifications and hands-on labs adapted for local professionals and students. At GITEX, we will showcase how these initiatives equip regional talent with job-ready expertise in Hybrid Mesh Security and AI-powered prevention. With healthcare, telecom, and education sector under constant pressure from attackers, building local capabilities is essential. That is why Check Point invests not only in training, but also in local offices, certified engineers, and leadership presence in the UAE — creating a sustainable skills pipeline to strengthen the region’s security postu