Forcepoint extends META footprint in Qatar to drive Data Security Everywhere

The AI era has only accentuated the reality that data security is cybersecurity today. 

And for enterprises and government agencies in Qatar, the need for robust data protection has never been more essential – especially as the country seeks to digitize 90% of its citizen services between now and 2030. That is exactly why we are continuing our Middle East expansion to Qatar, driving enhanced visibility, control and risk-based data protection for digital-first businesses in the country. 

The META Impact

In line with the National Cybersecurity Strategy 2024-2030, Forcepoint will deliver “data security everywhere” for enterprises and government agencies realizing unique technological journeys in Qatar. Following the recent launch of Forcepoint Saudi Arabia, expanding the team in Qatar reinforces the importance of the broader META region for our growth strategy – especially as the region has quickly become one of our fastest-growing. 

AI has the potential to deliver real value across the Middle East – to the tune of $320 billion by 2030. And with AI expected to drive upwards of 8% of Qatar’s GDP alone by 2030, we’re seeing the country emerge as a leader to watch across the region.

Expanding the team in Qatar echoes the demand we’re seeing for data-first cybersecurity solutions across the country, especially in an era where it is essential to keep pace with regulatory compliance requirements in order to grow.

Samer Diya, Forcepoint Vice President for Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META). 

Our aim is to help enterprises in the country and broader META region unlock the fullest potential of the AI transformation while staying ahead of data privacy and security concerns...

Streamlining the AI Transformation

Our expansion into Qatar coincides with several significant industry events, including the recent ConteQ Expo and the upcoming Milipol Qatar. We’re already working with partners and customers in the country to highlight the ongoing importance of AI-driven security capabilities amid a time of evolving regional and global data security and compliance standards.

Helping enterprises safely unlock the benefits of emerging technologies like GenAI is our bread and butter... 

Gihan Kovacs, Forcepoint Regional Sales Director for UAE, Qatar, Pakistan and Levant

We’ve seen this part of the world break boundaries in recent years and now have a front-row seat in facilitating this growth across Qatar – while protecting digital assets in an interconnected region.