Fortinet’s Khaled Fawzy at CAISEC 2026: AI is Reshaping Cybersecurity as Interactive Simulations Boost Institutional Readiness
Khaled Fawzy, General Manager of Fortinet for Egypt, Libya, and Sudan, highlighted that the CAISEC conference and exhibition continues to achieve rapid growth in its fifth year. This momentum, he noted, reflects the robustness of the Egyptian market and its pioneering status in technology and cybersecurity across the regional and African landscapes.
AI-Driven Defense and Securing AI Tools As a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, Fortinet is closely monitoring the rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence. Fawzy explained that AI has become the focal point of discussions across all sectors. In response, Fortinet is developing advanced, AI-driven solutions designed not only to counter cyberattacks with superior efficiency and reduce operational costs but also to secure the AI applications and tools themselves.
Fawzy stressed that protecting AI systems has become a fundamental component of the modern cybersecurity ecosystem. He pointed out that Fortinet holds numerous patents in this domain and partners with major global tech firms specializing in AI to develop highly capable solutions against advanced threats.
Celebrating 20 Years in Egypt This year marks a significant milestone for Fortinet as it celebrates its 20th anniversary in the Egyptian market. Over the past two decades, the company has actively supported vital institutions, government agencies, and corporations with comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. Fawzy reaffirmed Fortinet’s ongoing commitment to investing in human capital and infrastructure to enhance digital protection capabilities in the local market.
Interactive Cyber Simulations for Executives Announcing a major initiative, Fawzy revealed that Fortinet chose the CAISEC platform to launch realistic, interactive cybersecurity experiences. These simulations aim to shift cyber awareness from theoretical presentations to real-world attack scenarios before they actually occur. He emphasized that these immersive experiences will provide executives and decision-makers with hands-on expertise, enabling them to make proactive, effective decisions based on a realistic understanding of the threats facing their organizations.