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In the fast-paced world of software development, security is paramount. As organizations accelerate their digital transformation efforts, the need for robust security measures has never been greater. This is where DevSecOps comes into play, integrating security practices into the DevOps process. And now, with the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI), DevSecOps is taking security to a whole new level.
DevOps is a set of practices that combines software development (Dev) and IT operations (Ops). It aims to shorten the systems development life cycle and provide continuous delivery with high software quality. DevOps encourages collaboration between development and operations teams, resulting in faster and more reliable software releases.
However, in the race to deliver software rapidly, security considerations were often an afterthought. This gap in security led to vulnerabilities and breaches, costing organizations both financially and in terms of reputation.
DevSecOps emerged as a solution to this problem. It integrates security practices into the DevOps pipeline, ensuring that security is not a separate phase but an integral part of the development process. This shift-left approach to security helps identify and remediate vulnerabilities earlier in the development lifecycle, reducing the cost and impact of security issues.
As organizations adopt DevSecOps, they are also leveraging AI to enhance security measures. Here’s how AI is making its mark in DevSecOps:
AI-powered tools can automatically analyze code for security vulnerabilities and coding errors. They use machine learning algorithms to identify patterns that indicate potential issues. This enables developers to catch security flaws early in the development process. Tools like Checkmarx use AI to scan code and provide detailed reports on potential vulnerabilities.
AI can analyze network traffic and system behavior to detect anomalies that may indicate a security threat. By continuously monitoring systems, AI can identify patterns associated with attacks, helping security teams respond quickly. IBM’s Watson for Cyber Security is an example of AI used for threat detection.
Automated security testing is a critical component of DevSecOps. AI-driven testing tools can simulate attacks on applications and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities. These tools can test at scale, allowing organizations to assess their security posture comprehensively. OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite are popular AI-driven security testing tools.
AI can build profiles of users and system behavior to identify deviations that may indicate unauthorized access or misuse. By learning normal patterns, AI can flag unusual activities for further investigation. This approach is particularly useful in cloud security and access management.
In the event of a security incident, AI can respond in real-time. For example, AI can automatically block suspicious network traffic or isolate compromised systems to prevent further damage. This rapid response can significantly reduce the impact of security breaches.
AI-powered chatbots can assist security teams by providing real-time information and recommendations during incidents. They can also handle routine security tasks, freeing up human experts for more complex analysis.
The integration of AI into DevSecOps offers several advantages:
AI-powered tools can scan code and systems much faster than manual processes. This means vulnerabilities can be identified and fixed in near real-time, reducing the window of exposure.
AI can analyze vast amounts of data with a high degree of accuracy. This reduces the number of false positives, allowing security teams to focus on genuine threats.
AI can provide continuous monitoring of systems and networks. This proactive approach ensures that security teams are alerted to potential issues as they arise.
AI-driven security solutions can scale effortlessly to handle large and complex environments. This is crucial for organizations with extensive digital infrastructures.
In the event of a security incident, AI can automate response actions, reducing the time it takes to mitigate the impact.
By automating many security processes, AI can reduce the operational costs associated with security. It also helps organizations avoid the financial impact of security breaches.
While the integration of AI into DevSecOps brings significant advantages, it also presents several challenges and considerations that organizations must address:
Challenge: AI heavily relies on data for training and analysis. This data can include sensitive information about users, systems, and operations. Ensuring the privacy and security of this data is paramount.
Consideration: Organizations must implement robust data protection measures, including encryption, access controls, and compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). AI models should be designed with privacy in mind, and data should be anonymized or pseudonymous whenever possible to reduce privacy risks.
Challenge: While AI can significantly improve the accuracy of threat detection, it is not infallible. False positives (identifying non-existent threats) and false negatives (failing to detect actual threats) can still occur.
Consideration: Organizations should establish processes for validating and addressing security alerts generated by AI-driven systems. This may involve human intervention to investigate and confirm the validity of alerts. Continuous tuning and refinement of AI models can help reduce false positives over time.
Challenge: Implementing AI in DevSecOps requires specialized skills and expertise in both security and artificial intelligence. Finding and retaining qualified professionals with this combination of skills can be challenging.
Consideration: Organizations may need to invest in training and upskilling their existing workforce or hire experts with AI and security knowledge. Collaborative efforts between security teams and data science teams can help bridge the skill gap and ensure effective AI integration.
Challenge: Integrating AI-powered security tools into existing DevSecOps pipelines can be complex. Compatibility and interoperability issues may arise, leading to delays and operational challenges.
Consideration: A thorough assessment of the existing DevSecOps environment is essential before implementing AI solutions. Organizations should prioritize solutions that offer seamless integration with their current tool sets. Collaboration between development, security, and operations teams is critical to ensure a smooth transition and minimize disruptions.
Challenge: AI systems may inadvertently introduce biases or ethical concerns into security practices. For example, biased data used for training AI models could lead to discriminatory outcomes.
Consideration: Organizations must maintain ethical AI practices throughout the AI development lifecycle. This includes ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI algorithms and decision-making processes. Regular audits and assessments of AI systems for bias and ethical considerations are essential.
Challenge: Implementing AI in DevSecOps requires an investment in technology, talent, and resources. Organizations need to assess the cost-effectiveness of AI solutions and allocate resources appropriately.
Consideration: A well-defined budget and resource allocation strategy should accompany the implementation of AI in DevSecOps. This strategy should consider the long-term benefits of enhanced security, reduced operational costs, and improved incident response times.
Challenge: Compliance with various regulations and standards (e.g., PCI DSS, NIST, ISO 27001) is a fundamental aspect of security. AI-driven security solutions must align with these requirements.
Consideration: Organizations should ensure that AI implementations in DevSecOps adhere to relevant industry-specific regulations and standards. Regular audits and assessments can confirm compliance and identify areas that require adjustments.
Challenge: Introducing AI-driven processes and tools into an organization’s DevSecOps culture may face resistance or require significant changes in workflows and practices.
Consideration: Effective change management strategies, including clear communication, training, and stakeholder involvement, are essential to ensure a smooth transition to AI-powered DevSecOps. Demonstrating the benefits of AI in enhancing security can help gain buy-in from teams.
To conclude, AI is revolutionizing DevSecOps by enhancing security throughout the software development lifecycle. Its ability to automate code analysis, detect threats, and respond in real-time is reshaping how organizations approach security.
As businesses continue to face evolving cyber threats, AI in DevSecOps provides a powerful defense. By leveraging AI’s capabilities, organizations can develop and deploy software with greater speed and confidence, knowing that security is an integral part of the process. This combination of agility and robust security positions businesses to thrive in an era where digital transformation is the key to success.
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GITEX Plus is the official app of GITEX Technology Week which takes place on 10 – 14th Oct 2022 at Dubai World Trade Centre. GITEX Plus allows you to connect and chat with exhibitors and game-changing startups. App has been designed to give you a seamless experience when sourcing products and future-proofing your business.
With the GITEX PLUS App, you can make sure you hit all your objectives and use your time wisely.
The ‘GITEX Plus App covers GITEX 2022 Technology Week.
This is a powerful networking platform in your pocket, which allows you to maximize your time at the event and multiply your ROI by 3.
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LOG-IN
E-MAIL: Activate your account
Registered exhibitors’ team members (issued badges) received an email to activate their accounts and set a password.
The GITEX Plus username and password for company admins will be the same as the one used to log into the exhibitor e-zone.
Tap the menu icon to navigate the GITEX plus app
Navigation of Key Features Under Menu Icon
Exhibitors: allows you to filter by and sort by event and more
Products: allows you to filter by and sort by product listing
Conferences: allows you to access the schedule of the conferences across all events
Floor Plan: allows you to navigate your way through the event through an interactive floorplan
Matchmaking: allows you to access your potential matches.
Scan badges: this allows you to capture leads.
this will be your lead retrieval tool.
Schedule: this allows you to save and track all your meetings and conference sessions.
HOW TO NAVIGATE YOUR EXHIBITOR LIST
The exhibitor List section on the app allows you to filter by and access all events, product categories, country.
DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR COMPANY DETAILS ON THE EXHIBITOR LIST AND PRODUCT LIST
The exhibitor’s section on the app menu will reflect all company details as filled out on the e-zone.
Exhibitor List: Allows attendees to filter all exhibitors by show, hall, category, and country by sorting
In this section, you can select your favorite, message and set up a meeting request.
Product list: allows easy access to select and view all exhibitor product listings. in this section, attendees can sort products by show, hall, category, and country sorting.
THE SCHEDULE SECTION WILL BE THE HOME TO ALL OF YOUR MEETINGS AND SAVED SESSIONS
In this section, you will have access to your exhibitor badge.
You can enter the different halls by getting your badge scanned.
Lead capture scanning of badges is available for exhibitors and exhibitor team members.
What can you do?
Export your leads from the mobile app – by clicking the EXPORT button on the top right you will receive an email, this email will have a list of leads all complied in an excel file.
Based on the interest you have selected – this section of the app will show all your recommended exhibitors. In this section, you can choose to add to your favorite, message, and set-up a meeting with those recommended matches.
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GITEX is the Middle East’s leading consumer computing and electronics trade show, combining an exhibition and conference. held at the World Trade Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is an industry-defining platform where national and international leaders showcase their unique innovations to accelerate global transformation. Its exhibitions in the Middle East have drawn a large number of visitors, most notably when Microsoft released Windows 7 in 2009, with 150,019 people in attendance.
The show began in 1981 as GITE and was held in Hall One of the Dubai World Trade Centre. GITEX expanded to two halls of the exhibition Centre with the introduction of MacWorld at the 1988 show. It has now occupied the entire DWTC complex, which currently consists of ten exhibition halls totaling one million square feet of exhibition space.
GITEX 2022 will present a 5-day program from 10 to 14 Oct 2022 packed with many events. Informative seminars and discussions, including GITEX TECH TALKS, will focus on various topics such as Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security. The trade fair also offers numerous leisure and entertainment areas where visitors and exhibitors can relax and network.
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), is a 38-story, 184-meter-high skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that was built in 1979. It is a complex designed specifically for events and exhibitions.
Dubai World Trade Centre hosts over 500 events per year and has over 1.3 million square feet of covered exhibition and event space, including 21 halls and over 40 meeting rooms spread across three floors. The venue hosted 396 trade shows and welcomed over 2.74 million visitors in 2015.
Why go to GITEX 2022?
Incredible networking, knowledge exchange, and business empowerment
– Network
Meet 4,000+ leaders and innovators from tech powerhouses and startups.
– Learn
Attend 500+ hours of hard-hitting talks across 14 conference verticals and access 15+ highly engaging business and technical workshops.
– Access the world
Access global tech enterprises and startups from 170+ countries & over 400 of the most active investors.
– Discover
Witness first-hand revolutionary tech inventions and solutions presented for the first time in the region.
GATHERING THE WORLD OF TECH TO REVOLUTIONISE THE FUTURE
GITEX GLOBAL is set to rock the tech world with the year’s biggest and most mind-blowing showcase of enterprise solutions.
Learn from international leaders, innovators, and policy-makers as they discuss and debate new ideas from the mission-critical cloud, IoT, and cyber tech to breakthroughs in Ai, the metaverse, quantum computing, programming, and sustainability.
GITEX GLOBAL empowers your business and connects you to the most influential public-private partnerships, tech giants, creative startups, and enterprises from over 170 countries.
3 Reasons to exhibit at GITEX 2022:
– Opportunities
Find real business as the industry comes together in one place to connect, source new opportunities, network, and keep a competitive edge.
– Knowledge
Thought leaders, creators, innovators, and makers come to GITEX GLOBAL to discuss, debate and challenge new ideologies.
– International power
4000+ exhibitors and more than 200+ government entities from 170+ countries, you will be walking alongside tech giants, creative startups, and revolutionary innovators from across the globe.
– X-Verse
The Future of Web 3.0
Metaverse like you’ve never it seen before.
10 – 13 Oct 2022
For the first time, the greatest shifts and the most potentially disruptive industry applications of the Metaverse at the newly launched X-VERSE. Progressing from buzzword to powerful business realities, get a first-hand, live-environment experience of how diverse industries will look in an increasingly vast and rich virtual ecosystem.
The biggest meet-up for the developer community.
10 – 13 Oct 2022
It gathers together an international and influential ecosystem of top coders, developers, data scientists, and software engineers, hosting the most vibrant and powerful community network of technical minds, skills & talent.
World’s most empowering ai event gathering
10 – 14 Oct 2022
Hosted by the UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Application Office, Ai-Everything will advance a more nuanced understanding of today’s Ai technology and its long-term potential.
Gathering the global Ai community. Ai brings together large enterprises, public sector, and ai practitioners through the maze of technology transforming business and society.
Enter a new universe of ideas, imagination, and connections
10 – 13 Oct 2022
Access inspiring insights, challenging business decisions, and tech ideas sparking the next wave of innovation from global leaders and experts. Our stellar line-up of major tech experts reveals their perspectives on the current challenges and the next frontier of innovation.
The only marketing + creative technology trade show in the MENA region.
10 – 13 Oct 2022
Middle East’s most proactive marketing professionals all come down to source information on new innovations, strategies, techniques, and tips to keep up with the changing trends and transform their companies and themselves, into leading names within their respective disciplines.
Where Global Fintech Opportunities Converge.
10 – 13 Oct 2022
Fintech Surge will cover significant gaps in current local and regional events, to position itself as the go-to Fintech sourcing, and networking platform in the region.
Delivering trending and cutting-edge topics, dedicated training sessions, innovation competitions, and personalized networking opportunities.
Where the whole blockchain MENA ecosystem meets to do business.
10 – 13 Oct 2022
Visitors will have the opportunity to learn from and network with 100+ CEO/CIO/VP/DGs from top companies such as Du, Smart Dubai, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority, Dubai Health Authority, Avanza Innovations, Dubai Police, Lenovo, Pwc, SAP, Intel, Careem, Smartworld, Finablr, Justchain, Distichain, Blockinterop, Poolz Defi and many more.
GITEX 2022 Egyptian Exhibitors
We are pleased with our 3rd consecutive participation in GITEX, where we get to know many of the largest companies in various fields, exchange experiences, and knowledge, and we are proud of the presence of a number of participating Egyptian companies, including:
– Akhdar
– Garrar
– Sprints
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Where to stay?
We want to share some tips from our three years of attending GITEX 2022 to help you make the most of your experience.
Hotels close to World Trade Centre:
– Novotel – World Trade Centre Dubai
450 m from Dubai World Trade Centre with Subway Access
450 m from Dubai World Trade Centre
– Ibis One Central – World Trade Centre Dubai
0.7 km from Dubai World Trade Centre with Subway Access
0.8 km from Dubai World Trade Centre with Subway Access
0.9 km from Dubai World Trade Centre with Subway Access
Car rental services for far places
Directions to World Trade Centre Metro Station (Dubai) with public transportation
– Metro: M1
Bus stations near World Trade Centre Metro Station in Dubai
– World Trade Centre Hotel – 02 11 min walk
– Emirates Tower Seaside Metro Bus Stop – 1 12 min walk
Metro stations near World Trade Centre Metro Station in Dubai
– Al Jafiliya Metro Station 17 min walk
How to get discounted tickets for GITEX 2022?
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Our presence at GITEX is one of the most important events for us, and we are convinced that this event will bring us a lot of development and keep pace with technological expansion, so we always matter about your presence, to reach many leaders and innovators in technology, and attend talks and workshops to share knowledge and cultures, where companies from +170 countries attend.
Come and experience advanced innovations disrupting diverse sectors, and learn from the world’s most formidable minds in tech and business. GITEX GLOBAL features mind-expanding talks across 14 conference verticals, alongside hands-on workshops and certified trainings.
We have arranged for an exclusive offer for our valuable business associates. Please FILL OUT THIS FORM to receive the promo code and get 50% discount on your choice of conference pass.
Choose The Pass You Want:
· All Access Pass (Most Popular): Our bestseller pass gives you access to 14 conference tracks, 20+ workshops, 5 days exhibition access across all 7 shows for an early bird price: AED 1,800 (AED 3600)
· Global DevSlam Conference Pass (Coders, Developers, Programmers): 4 days of Global DevSlam Conference track, 20+ workshops, 5 days exhibition access across all 7 shows for an early bird price: AED 300 (AED 600)
· Trio Conference Pass: Any 3 vertical conference tracks, 20+ workshops, 5 days exhibition access across all 7 shows for an early bird price: AED 1,200 (AED 2,400)
· Vertical Conference Pass: Any ONE conference of your choice, 20+ workshops, 5 days exhibition access across all 7 shows for an early bird price: AED 900 (AED 1,800)
North Star Conference Pass (Startups): Startup Conference track at North Star Dubai, 20+ workshops, 5 days exhibition access across all 7 shows for an early bird price: AED 480 (AED 960)
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