Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has announced a 16% year-on-year growth in its Egyptian business over the first nine months of 2026. This growth reflects the company's continued expansion in the Egyptian market. The announcement comes as Kaspersky prepares for its first-ever "Kaspersky Cyber Insights Egypt 2026" event, scheduled for October 7, 2026. The event aims to bring together over 350 experts and leaders in cybersecurity, technology, risk management, and digital transformation.
The "Kaspersky Cyber Insights Egypt 2026" event will feature a day of discussions on the evolving threat landscape and the future of cybersecurity. The program covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of artificial intelligence on cybersecurity, emerging global and regional threats, threat intelligence, and solutions for threat detection and response. Kaspersky's event is expected to attract top decision-makers and cybersecurity experts to explore the challenges and opportunities in Egypt's digital landscape.
According to Eugene Kaspersky, Founder and CEO of Kaspersky, Egypt is a crucial market for the company, and it is pleased to see strong growth in its business there. Kaspersky emphasized the increasing importance of cybersecurity as Egyptian institutions continue to adopt digital transformation paths. The "Cyber Insights" event provides an opportunity for Kaspersky to share its expertise and engage in open discussions on building a more resilient digital future.
Despite the growth in its business, Kaspersky's data shows that the threat landscape in Egypt is changing. According to the company's telemetry data, the number of threats detected and blocked by Kaspersky solutions in Egypt decreased by 14.5% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year. However, during this period, Kaspersky solutions blocked over 21.4 million cyber threats, including web threats and device threats, targeting users and organizations in Egypt.
Tofig Darbasi, Executive Director for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa at Kaspersky, noted that Egypt's digital landscape is evolving rapidly, presenting new opportunities and expanding the cyber threat landscape that organizations must navigate. Darbasi emphasized that Kaspersky sees cybersecurity as a key enabler of this transformation, helping organizations adopt new technologies with greater confidence and resilience.
The "Kaspersky Cyber Insights Egypt 2026" event aims to bring together the cybersecurity and technology communities in the region to share knowledge, discuss emerging threats, and explore practical steps to secure the next phase of digital growth. The event reflects Kaspersky's commitment to supporting Egypt's digital transformation and promoting a more secure online environment.
As Egypt continues to invest in digital transformation, the demand for robust cybersecurity solutions is expected to grow. Kaspersky's growth in Egypt and its efforts to promote cybersecurity awareness and education through events like "Cyber Insights" demonstrate the company's commitment to supporting the country's digital development and mitigating the risks associated with cyber threats.
Key points
- Kaspersky reports 16% annual growth in Egypt business over 9 months of 2026.
- Over 21.4 million cyber threats blocked by Kaspersky solutions in Egypt in H1 2026.
- Kaspersky hosts "Cyber Insights Egypt 2026" event to promote cybersecurity awareness and education.
