#RISK GCC Dubai

Privacy, Data Protection, AI, and GRC in the Middle East

Following the success of the inaugural #RISK GCC, this premier regional event returns to Dubai on December 8-9, 2025, at DIFC Conference Centre & DIFC Academy. This comprehensive two-day conference brings together GRC, Privacy, and Risk Professionals from across the region to share knowledge, enhance learning, and promote innovation while providing insights into working within the framework of new, groundbreaking technology systems.

Why Attend

The Middle East region faces unique challenges and opportunities in governance, risk management, compliance, data privacy, and AI governance as organizations navigate evolving regulatory landscapes and technological transformation. #RISK GCC provides a focused platform for regional professionals to explore practical approaches to these challenges while building relationships with peers facing similar requirements. The conference delivers actionable insights and fosters innovation in the GRC landscape through diverse session formats and expert presentations.

Conference Experience

Attendees will benefit from a comprehensive range of sessions, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, all designed to provide actionable insights and foster innovation in governance, risk, compliance, data privacy, and AI governance. The two-day format enables deep exploration of critical topics while facilitating meaningful networking and knowledge exchange among regional professionals.

Key Topics

The conference addresses essential areas shaping GRC practice in the region:

• National Laws and International Cooperation: Navigating regulatory frameworks and cross-border compliance requirements

• Digital Trust: Building and maintaining trust in digital ecosystems and data handling practices

• National Security: Understanding security implications of data protection and technology governance

• Cybersecurity Framework Effectiveness: Evaluating and strengthening cybersecurity frameworks for organizational protection

• AI in the Workplace: Exploring the future of artificial intelligence applications and workforce implications

• AI Governance: Examining how AI is being governed for risk management and compliance considerations

• Data Privacy: Addressing data protection requirements and privacy management frameworks

• GRC Integration: Implementing integrated approaches to governance, risk, and compliance management

What to Expect

This regional gathering provides unique opportunities to explore how Middle Eastern organizations are addressing GRC challenges while leveraging emerging technologies. Through expert keynotes, collaborative panel discussions, and hands-on workshops, participants gain practical strategies for navigating regulatory complexity, building digital trust, and implementing effective governance frameworks in rapidly evolving technology and business environments.