Deloitte, Palo Alto open AI Cyber Hub in Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – October 15, 2025: Deloitte and Palo Alto Networks have officially inaugurated the Middle East’s first Cortex XSIAM (Extended Security Intelligence and Automation Management) Executive Briefing Center (EBC) at Deloitte’s regional headquarters in Dubai. The launch, timed to coincide with GITEX Global 2025, reinforces both organizations’ strategic commitment to advancing next-generation Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities in the region through artificial intelligence, automation, and integrated cybersecurity solutions.

The newly established Executive Briefing Center is designed to be an immersive, interactive environment where clients can explore and experience the transformative capabilities of Palo Alto Networks’ AI-driven Cortex XSIAM platform. Through hands-on demonstrations and scenario-driven simulations, clients will gain insights into how the platform can reduce Mean Time to Respond (MTTR) by up to 98% while requiring 75% less manual intervention, enabling security teams to shift from reactive incident response to proactive, intelligence-led defense.

The EBC will offer live demonstrations, customized consultations, and guided walkthroughs, highlighting practical applications of the platform’s next-generation SOC features. These experiences aim to illustrate how enterprises can leverage AI, automation, and data-driven insights to modernize their security operations and achieve cyber resilience in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

Commenting on the launch, Tariq Ajmal, Cyber Leader at Deloitte Middle East, said:
"The launch of the Middle East’s first Cortex XSIAM Executive Briefing Center represents a significant milestone in our journey to redefine the future of security operations. Our mission is to help organizations transition from traditional, reactive SOC models to smarter, faster, and more strategic operations. In collaboration with Palo Alto Networks, we are equipping clients with the tools and insights needed to achieve meaningful cyber maturity and resilience."

Samer El Kodsi, RVP, Gulf and North Africa at Palo Alto Networks, added:
"The Cortex XSIAM EBC in Dubai marks a pivotal step forward for cybersecurity in the region. By combining Deloitte’s trusted advisory expertise with the advanced data, AI, and automation capabilities of our Cortex XSIAM platform, we are empowering organizations to transform their security operations and proactively safeguard their digital assets."

Deloitte brings extensive cybersecurity consulting expertise to the partnership, emphasizing the integration of technology into business operations, aligning cybersecurity with enterprise risk management strategies, and driving sustainable, long-term transformation. The collaboration with Palo Alto Networks positions the new EBC not only as a demonstration facility, but as a strategic enabler for organizations seeking to modernize their SOCs and strengthen overall cyber resilience.

The need for advanced cybersecurity solutions has never been more critical. As cyber threats grow in scale and sophistication globally and regionally, organizations are increasingly recognizing cybersecurity as a strategic pillar of business continuity and digital transformation. Deloitte’s 4th edition of the Global Future of Cyber Survey, conducted with nearly 1,200 cybersecurity decision-makers across 43 countries, highlights that organizations with mature cybersecurity capabilities are 27% more likely to achieve tangible business outcomes. Moreover, 57% of global respondents plan to increase cybersecurity investment over the next 12–24 months, emphasizing the growing acknowledgment of cybersecurity’s strategic value.

The Cortex XSIAM EBC launch reinforces Deloitte and Palo Alto Networks’ shared commitment to enhancing cyber maturity across the Middle East. By combining AI-driven security technology with strategic consulting, the two firms aim to provide enterprises with the frameworks, tools, and insights necessary to navigate an increasingly dynamic threat landscape. This initiative also aligns seamlessly with the broader digital transformation agendas of the UAE and other Gulf countries, supporting robust, adaptive cybersecurity infrastructures that underpin sustainable economic growth and digital resilience.