Al-Mustaqbal University Participates in the Cybersecurity Conference Held During the 13th Edition of the Iraqi Security, Defense, and Military Industries Exhibition (IQDEX 2025)
Under the esteemed patronage of Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, and with the distinguished presence of the College of Science, represented by its Dean, Assistant Professor Dr. Furat Hamza Al-Sultani, Head of the Cybersecurity Department, Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Kazem Al-Ghurabi, and Head of the Artificial Intelligence Department, Dr. Ahmed Adnan, along with a large group of students from the Cybersecurity Department— Al-Mustaqbal University took part in the Cybersecurity Conference, held as part of the 13th edition of the Iraqi Security, Defense, and Military Industries Exhibition (IQDEX 2025). The event, sponsored directly by the Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, was held on April 22, 2025, at the Baghdad International Fairgrounds, under the patronage of the Iraq Computer Emergency Response Team (Iraq-CERT). The conference addressed key challenges and emerging opportunities in the field of cybersecurity, showcasing the latest technologies and strategies for protecting critical digital infrastructure. A select group of international speakers and experts from leading global institutions and companies contributed to the rich discussions, making the conference a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange between academics and industry professionals. The exhibition also featured the participation of over 100 local and international companies specializing in security, defense, and advanced technologies. Throughout the conference, Al-Mustaqbal University’s delegation engaged with several major global and local cybersecurity firms, as well as official agencies responsible for cybersecurity in Iraq. These meetings opened new avenues for academic and technical collaboration in the near future.