Gulf Bank Collaborates with CrowdStrike to Amplify Cybersecurity Protection in Kuwait
In a significant move towards enhancing cybersecurity in Kuwait, Gulf Bank and global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike, have formalized a strategic partnership. Signed in July 2025, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to significantly boost cybersecurity awareness, digital resilience, and local talent development in the country.
The collaboration focuses on three key areas: educational initiatives, a new cybersecurity service for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), and local talent development.
**Educational Initiatives**
The partnership includes joint efforts to implement educational programs designed to raise cybersecurity awareness among individuals and businesses. These initiatives aim to nurture a deeper understanding of cyber threats and promote digital resilience across Kuwait’s society, aligning with the rapid pace of digital transformation in the country.
**New Cybersecurity Service for SMEs**
A flagship aspect of the MoU is the launch of an advanced cybersecurity service tailored specifically for SMEs. This service integrates CrowdStrike's cutting-edge solutions into Gulf Bank's offerings, helping SMEs bolster their defenses against increasing cyber threats and enhance their operational sustainability. This move addresses a critical need to protect the growing business segment in Kuwait’s economy.
**Impact on Local Talent Development**
The partnership also emphasizes developing local Kuwaiti talent in the cybersecurity field. By collaborating on awareness and education, Gulf Bank and CrowdStrike aim to build a skilled workforce capable of supporting Kuwait’s national cybersecurity ambitions and securing a resilient digital future for the country.
Gulf Bank’s Chief Risk Officer, Abdulrahman Al-Saddah, highlighted the importance of cybersecurity awareness as a fundamental part of protecting both individuals and businesses amid ongoing digital transformation. The collaboration with CrowdStrike is expected to elevate awareness, cultivate local expertise, and equip SMEs with the necessary cybersecurity tools.
Overall, this partnership represents a strategic effort to strengthen Kuwait’s cybersecurity ecosystem by combining global expertise with local commitment, benefiting both the business community and national talent development. The partnership is critical in addressing the growing complexity of cyber threats and the rise of AI-powered attacks, supporting national efforts to build a secure digital future in Kuwait.
[1] Gulf Bank Press Release, "Gulf Bank and CrowdStrike Announce Strategic Partnership to Boost Cybersecurity in Kuwait", July 2025.
- The strategic partnership between Gulf Bank and CrowdStrike will focus on educational initiatives, aiming to nurture a deeper understanding of cyber threats and promote digital resilience among individuals and businesses in Kuwait.
- As part of the memorandum of understanding, a new cybersecurity service will be launched for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), integrating CrowdStrike's solutions into Gulf Bank's offerings to help SMEs bolster their defenses against cyber threats and enhance their operational sustainability.
- The collaboration also underscores the importance of local talent development in the cybersecurity field, with Gulf Bank and CrowdStrike aiming to build a skilled workforce capable of supporting Kuwait’s national cybersecurity ambitions and securing a resilient digital future for the country.
