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Featuring

Gisec North Star

HOSTED BY

Cyber Security Council

OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT
CYBERSECURITY PARTNER

OFFICIALLY SUPPORTED BY

3 GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS

FEATURING THE LARGEST SHOWCASE OF INNOVATIVE CYBERSECURITY STARTUPS

 
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Building on the success of GISEC CyberStars 2024, we have scaled up to GISEC North Star in collaboration with Expand North Star – the world’s largest startup and investor connector event.

This partnership will further enhance our focus on cybersecurity innovation while aligning with the broader startup ecosystem.
GISEC North Star will continue to drive impactful engagement and opportunities for startups and industry leaders in cybersecurity.

YOUR STARTUP JOURNEYTO SUCCESS STARTS HERE

BOOTCAMP

Pre-event group mentoring sessions

DAY ZERO PITCH

Pitch practice a day before the event to help startups communicate their USP in an effective manner (do it for the finalists)

PRODUCT SHOWCASE ALLEY

A dedicated zone to showcase the startup offerings.

FOUNDERS NETWORKING NIGHT

Networking party with investors, VCs and startups in an informal setting.

AWARDS NIGHT

Recognising the most innovative cybersecurity startups.

DEDICATED INVESTORS & BUYER MEETING PROGRAM

One-to-one meeting with Investors and Buyers.

MENTORSHIP LABS

Interactive sessions offering expert guidance to cybersecurity startups.

SPARK

A chance to join an exclusive group of 25 handpicked, disruptive cybersecurity startups, pitching directly to leading CISOs

GOVERNMENT DELEGATION VISIT

Opportunity to network with key government entities in the region.

MEDIA INTERVIEWS & PODCASTS

Interviews and podcasts with media at the CYBER STUDIO

 

Attendees

Startups

investors

Countries

JOIN THE MOST INNOVATIVE GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY STARTUP ECOSYSTEM

GISEC North Star brings together the most influential players in the global cybersecurity startup ecosystem, and exhibiting is your chance to put your product in the spotlight, gain access to world-class mentors, find investors and grow big.

01

Network with corporates & government

Build relationships with corporate buyers and government representatives.

02

Connect with investors

Shine in front of big-ticket investors on the lookout for the next big idea.

03

Meet accelerators & incubators

Fast-track your growth with the support of the global and regional accelerators & incubators.

04

Find expert mentors

Get guidance, insights and advice from seasoned mentors.

GET READY FOR UNPARALLED EXPERIENCE

INVESTORS
ZONE

INVESTOR LOUNGE

A dedicated lounge for Investors/VCs to network and chill

INVESTOR PARTY

Networking party with investors, VCs and startups.

STAR STUDDED JUDGING PANEL

Opportunity to be a part of the judging panel for the Unlock Pitch Competition

MATCHMAKING

We're here to help you connect with your next unicorn, LP, and more.

INVESTOR EXPERIENCE

Recognizing the most innovative cybersecurity startups.

INVESTOR ROUNDTABLES

A high level discussion by investors, for investors on current investment scenarios.

MENTORSHIP LABS

Interactive sessions offering expert guidance to cybersecurity startups.

MEDIA INTERVIEWS & PODCAST

Interviews and podcasts with media at the CYBER STUDIO

UNLOCK PITCH
COMPETITION

The largest pitch competition for the cybersecurity start ups. Recognizing the most innovative cybersecurity startups.

GET INVOLVED AS
AN ASSOCIATION
OR COMMUNITY
PARTNER

PARTNER ZONE

A unique space to host exclusive events such as meetings, lunches, mentoring, and pitching sessions

BRANDING & MARKETING

Dedicated marketing and physical branding on the show floors to elevate your presence.

PARTNER SIDE EVENTS

Side events are the second most popular activity for an informal networking session.

LEAD SCANNING

Generate new business with the help of our in-house-built Lead Scanning tools.

PARTNER PODS

Opportunity to bring a delegation of startups and give them the best chance to meet investors and clients and gain visibility.

MENTORSHIP LABS

Interactive sessions offering expert guidance to cybersecurity startups.

STARTUP MAINSTAGE (EPICENTRE)

Opportunity to participate in panel discussions with key stakeholders in the region

MEDIA INTERVIEWS & PODCAST

Interviews and podcasts with media at the CYBER STUDIO

ARE YOU READY TO GROW?

Get in touch with our team to find out how to be part of GISEC North Star this year

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JOIN THE MOST INNOVATIVE GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY STARTUP ECOSYSTEM

US$ 8.2 Billion

IT spending in

UAE by 2023

US$ 8.2 Billion

IT spending in

UAE by 2023

Up to US$ 1 Billion

Investments in

UAE Cloud Data Centers by 2026

Up to US$ 1 Billion

Investments in

UAE Cloud Data Centers by 2026

AED 353 Billion

AI’s Contribution to

UAE’s GDP by 2030

AED 353 Billion

AI’s Contribution to

UAE’s GDP by 2030

#1

Dubai’s Rank

for economy in innovation

#1

Dubai’s Rank

for economy in innovation

US$ 11.7 Billion

raised across

306 scaleups since 2010

US$ 11.7 Billion

raised across

306 scaleups since 2010

#1

For starting

a new business in 2022

#1

For starting

a new business in 2022

50,000

companies in Dubai’s

free zones fostering a vibrant ecosystem

50,000

companies in Dubai’s

free zones fostering a vibrant ecosystem

75%

success rate

in bringing innovative solutions to market

75%

success rate

in bringing innovative solutions to market

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2024 event Highlights

UNLOCK PITCH COMPETITION2024 JUDGES

Ankush Johar

Director & Ambassador of Global Cyber Alliance,
Infosec Ventures & Lloyds Ventures

 

Sanjeev Walia

Founder and President,
Spire Solutions

 

Top cybersecurity influencer; known as "Cybersecurity girl" with over 800,000 followers

Caitlin Sarian

Cybersecurity Influencer,
Cybersecurity Girl LLC

United States of America

Global trailblazer, driving the company’s cybersecurity vision of building a safe and secure intelligent connected digital world

Dr. Aloysius Cheang

Chief Security Officer,
Huawei Middle East & Central Asia

 

CISO of world’s largest international airline flying to over 143 destinations

Thomas Heuckeroth

SVP IT Infrastructure & CyberSecurity, Group CISO,
The Emirates Group

UAE

Leading De Bacci Capital to unite global investors and innovators in trust and exclusivity.

Countessina Anna De Bacci

Co-Founder & CEO,
De Bacci Capital

UK

EMPOWERING INNOVATION; MEET OUR 2024INVESTORS AND VC

Brings a decade of deep tech startup investment experience to Africa

Vianney Mathonnet

General Partner,
Modus Africa

 

An early-stage investor specializes in Enterprise SaaS, Consumer, and Fintech opportunities emerging

Vatsalya Tandon

Analyst,
Bessemer Venture Partners

India

Brings a decade of deep tech startup investment experience to Africa

Anant Puri

Partner,
Bessemer Venture Partners

India

An early-stage investor specializes in cloud software, internet marketplaces, and ML platforms

Aparna Chaganty

Senior Associate,
Bessemer Venture Partners

India

From Ideas to Impact: CYBER Revolution Unfolds2024 STARTUP EXHIBITORS

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