--- title: Acronis and CyberGate Defense announce strategic partnership at GITEX Dubai 2025 description: Acronis will be joining forces with CyberGate Defense at GITEX Global 2025 on October 13-17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. We couldn't think of a more fitting stage to celebrate our new strategic partnership. Read the blog to learn why. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-and-cybergate-defense-announce-strategic-partnership-at-gitex-dubai-2025/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-11 --- [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) # Acronis and CyberGate Defense announce strategic partnership at GITEX Dubai 2025 Acronis will be joining forces with CyberGate Defense at GITEX Global 2025 on October 13-17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. We couldn't think of a more fitting stage to celebrate our new strategic partnership. Read the blog to learn why. [Try Now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/cloud/trial/) [![Image 2: Acronis Editorial Team](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/d85707ae91461544212d39836dc32b42.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/acronis/ "Acronis Editorial Team") [Acronis Editorial Team](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/authors/acronis/) 3 min read Last updated 17 October 2025 Acronis will be joining forces with [CyberGate Defense](https://cybergate.tech/) at [GITEX Global 2025](https://www.gitex.com/) on October 13-17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This landmark event brings together over 200,000 visitors, 6,000 exhibitors and thousands of startups from more than 100 countries, and we couldn't think of a more fitting stage to celebrate our new strategic partnership. ## A powerful alliance for digital resilience Today, we're proud to jointly announce a strategic partnership between Acronis and CyberGate Defense that will transform cybersecurity education and digital protection across the UAE. CyberGate Defense, an IHC company, is a leading force in cybersecurity innovation, dedicated to enhancing the digital resilience of organizations across the region. Established with the mission to fortify the region's cybersecurity landscape, CyberGate harnesses extensive expertise to tackle complex information security and operational challenges. This collaboration brings together Acronis's proven cyber protection capabilities with CyberGate Defense's deep regional expertise and commitment to driving progress through cutting-edge, disruptive technologies. Together, we're delivering transformative, human-centric security solutions that safeguard organizations and empower them to navigate a secure and dynamic digital future. ## Comprehensive cybersecurity education and protection At the heart of our partnership lies a commitment to developing and delivering comprehensive cybersecurity education programs for students, educators and administrators across the UAE. We recognize that building true cyber resilience begins with education and awareness, which is why we're investing in programs that will enhance digital infrastructure and cyber resilience in schools throughout the country while fostering a culture of cyber awareness and responsible digital citizenship. Our approach addresses the complete spectrum of cybersecurity needs, from curriculum development to technology deployment. We're co-creating age-appropriate cybersecurity courses aligned with national standards, ensuring that students at every level receive relevant, engaging education about digital safety and security. For educators and IT staff, we're offering workshops, bootcamps and certifications that provide the skills and knowledge needed to maintain secure learning environments. ## Meeting UAE data protection compliance requirements A critical pillar of our partnership focuses on helping businesses and educational institutions meet compliance with UAE data protection laws. The regulatory landscape in the UAE demands rigorous data protection standards and our combined expertise ensures that organizations have the support they need to navigate these requirements confidently. Through our collaboration, we're establishing comprehensive protocols for secure data handling and storage that go beyond basic compliance. ## School security audits and technology deployment Our partnership includes conducting digital maturity assessments in both public and private schools across the UAE. These school security audits provide institutions with clear insights into their current cybersecurity posture and actionable recommendations for improvement. Following these assessments, we implement comprehensive school security solutions including secure networks, advanced threat detection tools and managed security services. We're also collaborating on an [MDR / XDR](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-xdr-a-comprehensive-solution-for-msps/) offering that provides organizations with enterprise-grade managed detection and response capabilities. This ensures that even institutions with limited IT resources can benefit from 24/7 security monitoring and rapid incident response. ## Playing to our strengths: Teamwork and commitment The success of this partnership is built on our strengths in the IT community. CyberGate Defense provides strategic oversight, offers strong regional knowledge of the UAE and brings partnerships with schools and educational institutions. Their deep understanding of the region's unique challenges makes them the ideal strategic partner. Acronis leads program design, implementation and monitoring, supplying technical expertise, tools and training resources. We're committed to providing detailed reports and metrics that demonstrate the impact of our collaborative efforts and ensure continuous improvement. ## Join us at GITEX Global 2025 We invite you to visit us at GITEX Global 2025 to learn more about this exciting partnership and discover how our combined solutions can help your organization achieve its cybersecurity and compliance objectives. Our teams will be available throughout the event to discuss your specific challenges and explore how we can support your journey toward greater digital resilience. This partnership represents more than just a business collaboration; it's a commitment to making the UAE's digital ecosystem safer, more secure and more resilient. By leveraging CyberGate Defense's regional leadership and Acronis's global expertise, we're ensuring that organizations throughout the region can thrive in an increasingly interconnected digital world. Together, we're not just protecting data; we're empowering the next generation with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the digital future safely and confidently. [![Image 3: Register for GITEX Global Dubai 2025](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/277776462afe14dc4bae9e8296f95e66.png) Events Register for GITEX Global Dubai 2025 Learn more](https://acronis.events/event/gitex-global-2025/) [Cybersecurity](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/cybersecurity/) [MSP cybersecurity](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/tags/msp-cybersecurity/) ## Written by ![Image 4: Acronis Editorial Team](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/d85707ae91461544212d39836dc32b42.png) Acronis Editorial Team Acronis is a global cyber protection company that provides natively integrated cybersecurity, data protection, and endpoint management for managed service providers (MSPs), small and medium businesses (SMBs), and enterprise IT departments. 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