Exhibitors reported significant potential business value generated during CyberDSA 2024

10 August 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: CyberDSA 2024 concluded successfully at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, ending a dynamic three-day event uniting global cybersecurity and digital service leaders.

At the closing ceremony held at the Cyber Stage in Hall 7, the guest of honour MA. Sivanesan, Deputy Secretary General (Digital Development) of the Ministry of Digital, underscored the event's significance in advancing cybersecurity resilience and innovation.

The ceremony began with the Deputy Secretary General presenting the Capture the Flag (CTF) Awards, recognising participants who tackled real-world cyber challenges.

Additionally, the Defence Cyber and Electromagnetic Division of the Malaysian Armed Forces received a Malaysia Book of Records Certificate for organising the largest hackathon, with 103 teams competing in Siber Siaga Code Combat.

CyberDSA 2024 exceeded its targets with 7,546 trade visitors from 43 countries, featured participation from 120 companies representing 20 countries, and hosted 80 distinguished speakers and presenters from 15 nations, further solidifying its position as a premier event in Southeast Asia in the cybersecurity landscape.

Exhibitors have reported a remarkable potential business value of around RM120 million generated during CyberDSA 2024, complemented by the signing of 15 MoUs with both local and international companies. These achievements reflect the event's effectiveness in driving meaningful business interactions and its significant impact on the industry.

"CyberDSA 2024 has been a testament to the power of collaboration. The exhibition, hackathon competition, visits by institutions and universities, business matching sessions, and numerous conferences and forums have all contributed to a rich and dynamic exchange of ideas. Through these interactions, we strengthen our defenses and build a more secure digital Malaysia," said Sivanesan.

Sivanesan acknowledged the dedication of the participants and the award-winning organizer, Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd as well as its strategic collaborators CyberSecurity Malaysia and Armed Forces Defence Cyber and Electromagnetic Division (DCED), in creating a powerful platform at CyberDSA 2024 for essential cybersecurity advancements. He highlighted the importance of such events in shaping Malaysia's digital future and strengthening international digital defenses.

As the event drew to a close, the significant contributions of key sponsors—TM One, Mastercard, Blackberry, Blancco, CTM360, Gigamon, KnowBe4, SentinelOne, Splunk, and Vigilant Asia—were highlighted, acknowledging their instrumental role in the event's success.

Their support ensured that CyberDSA 2024 provided a robust platform for industry leaders and professionals to exchange ideas and innovations in cybersecurity.

In his closing remarks, the Deputy Secretary General announced that CyberDSA will return from 7 to 9 October 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, setting the stage for what promises to be an even more groundbreaking and influential gathering in digital security.