Observed Signal · Oct 1, 2026 · Event Announcement · Source: PR Newswire: Advertising & Marketing · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
IGEL Brings Now & Next Security Summit to Dubai
IGEL, a global software company specializing in secure endpoint operating systems, announced it will host the Now & Next® Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit in Dubai on October 21, 2026, at the Dubai Knowledge Park. The one-day event will bring together IT and security executives to discuss endpoint security, resilience, and workspace delivery strategies in the Middle East. The summit is part of IGEL's flagship roadshow series, which has already visited European cities, Australia, and the US. Sponsors include Microsoft, Omnissa, and Lenovo. The event addresses the growing security threats in the region, citing the UAE Government Cybersecurity Council's report of 90,000 to 200,000 daily attack attempts. IGEL CEO Klaus Oestermann emphasized the need for better endpoint control and resilience, while VP of Sales Carsten Thomsen highlighted Dubai as a strategic meeting point for regional technology leaders.
This is a niche event announcement for an endpoint security summit, relevant to IT and security professionals but not directly impacting the AdTech or MarTech industry. The content focuses on cybersecurity and workspace management without direct advertising or marketing technology implications.
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- IGEL will host the Now & Next Workspace & Endpoint Security Summit in Dubai on October 21, 2026.
- The summit will take place at the Dubai Knowledge Park.
- Event sponsors include Microsoft, Omnissa, and Lenovo.
- The UAE Government Cybersecurity Council reports 90,000 to 200,000 daily cyber attack attempts.
- The summit is part of IGEL's global roadshow series that has visited Europe, Australia, and the US.
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