{"id":17306,"date":"2025-12-18T17:08:43","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T11:38:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thecatalystonline.com\/?p=17306"},"modified":"2026-08-19T18:32:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T13:02:08","slug":"kaspersky-outlines-its-strategy-for-a-more-secure-middle-east","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thecatalystonline.in\/thecatalyst\/kaspersky-outlines-its-strategy-for-a-more-secure-middle-east\/","title":{"rendered":"Kaspersky outlines its strategy for a more secure Middle East"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\r\n<iframe title=\"Kaspersky outlines its strategy for a more secure Middle East\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EvJPIWu2MOk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In an exclusive interview, <strong>Mohamad Hashem, General Manager for KSA and Bahrain at Kaspersky<\/strong> explores the company\u2019s growing presence and deepening commitment to cybersecurity in the region. Mohamad discusses <a href=\"https:\/\/me.kaspersky.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"Kaspersky\u2019s\">Kaspersky\u2019s<\/a> expansion, the evolving threat landscape, and the range of attacks the company blocks every day to protect customers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>He also shares insights on how criminals are using AI to enhance their techniques and how cybersecurity companies like Kaspersky are applying AI to strengthen detection, response, and overall resilience. The conversation offers a clear view of how Kaspersky is advancing a safer and more secure digital environment for the region.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Contributor<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Mohamad Hashem is a seasoned technology and sales leader with extensive experience driving growth across the IT and cybersecurity landscape. Known for his strategic mindset and strong customer engagement approach, he has built high-performing teams, strengthened channel ecosystems, and led transformative initiatives across the region. With a reputation for clear communication, operational excellence, and long-term relationship building, he consistently delivers measurable business impact. 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