Circularo has reaffirmed its commitment to bolstering the UAE’s cybersecurity talent by sponsoring the 2026 School of Cyber Defence competition as a Gold Sponsor. Organized by TechFirm Technology LLC and under the auspices of the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC), this initiative invites university students to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges. The competition is structured to culminate on September 18, 2026, at GISEC Global in Dubai, where the top five teams will present and defend their strategies to a panel of cybersecurity experts.
The path to the finals begins with an online qualification round for all participants. The teams that advance will then engage with a detailed case study, requiring them to evaluate a cybersecurity scenario and devise an effective response. After a thorough assessment by experts, the most promising five teams will receive mentoring to prepare for the final competition. The program will address key areas such as network protection, threat management, system security, and incident response, while also exploring the role of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies in cybersecurity.
Circularo’s sponsorship goes beyond financial support; it aims to provide students with hands-on experience that complements their academic learning. The company is also set to offer industry insights through classroom engagements and direct interactions with the competition’s participants. This initiative builds on the success of the inaugural School of Cyber Defence competition held in 2025, which drew over 300 applications from UAE universities and saw 130 students participate in the qualification rounds.
Open to students aged 17 and above, the competition allows participants to form teams of up to five members, with no prior competition experience necessary. The initiative presents not only an opportunity to gain practical cybersecurity skills but also a chance to win a share of the prize pool, which exceeds AED 20,000. Key dates include the registration deadline on September 3, 2026, the online qualification by September 6, case study evaluations from September 7–11, and the announcement of finalists and mentoring on September 14.
Founded in 2013, Circularo specializes in digital trust and document workflow solutions, offering services such as electronic signing and secure digital transactions. Its clientele spans government bodies, businesses, and institutions across the Middle East and other international territories.
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