Riyadh to Host Largest Cybersecurity Gathering Tuesday at Black Hat MEA 2025, with Over 45,000 Participants from 140 Countries

   Riyadh, December 2, 2025, SPA -- Riyadh will host the new edition of Black Hat Middle East and Africa 2025, “Black Hat MEA 2025,” on Tuesday, organized by the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones, and Tahaluf, a joint venture between the federation, the Events Investment Fund (EIF), and Informa International. The event will run from December 2 to 4 at Riyadh International Exhibition and Convention Center.
   The event is expected to attract over 45,000 participants and more than 450 exhibitors from over 140 countries to discuss future cybersecurity requirements amid rising AI-related threats and tightening global regulations.
   This year, the event will address several key areas, foremost among them: autonomous security operations; threat intelligence analysis; digital trust; post-quantum readiness; operational technology and Internet of Things risks; cybersecurity insurance issues; and escalating digital conflicts.
   The organization of Black Hat MEA 2025 supports Saudi Arabia’s efforts to develop an advanced cybersecurity sector and enhance the competitiveness of national talent, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to advance digital infrastructure and establish Riyadh as a global hub for innovation and cyber resilience.
   -- SPA