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In this episode 🎙️, we host Dr. Fouad Abou Chacra, VP Digitalization at Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), to discuss the importance of OT cybersecurity in the power utilities sector. ⚡We talk about:
🔹 Why OT security is critical for electricity and water systems. 🔹 The current threat landscape and examples from the field. 🔹 How standards like IEC 62443 and NERC CIP help build cyber resilience.
🔹 The impact of AI, IT/OT convergence, and digitalization on power operations.
Dr. Fouad shares practical insights from his experience in managing digital and OT systems, cybersecurity risks, and innovation in critical infrastructure.
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In this episode 🎙️, we host Dr. Fouad Abou Chacra, VP Digitalization at Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), to discuss the importance of OT cybersecurity in the power utilities sector. ⚡We talk about:
🔹 Why OT security is critical for electricity and water systems. 🔹 The current threat landscape and examples from the field. 🔹 How standards like IEC 62443 and NERC CIP help build cyber resilience.
🔹 The impact of AI, IT/OT convergence, and digitalization on power operations.
Dr. Fouad shares practical insights from his experience in managing digital and OT systems, cybersecurity risks, and innovation in critical infrastructure.

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