A patent for a new generation of more efficient and secure cybersecurity devices has been filed by Arabian Gulf University (AGU) in Salmaniyah.
This device is registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for intellectual property rights.
The invention, developed by the University’s School of Graduate Studies (CGS)’s Next Generation Computing Division, aims to enhance the future of networks and cybersecurity devices, making them more secure and efficient.
The device is Saudi’s first in the field of cybersecurity and reflects the university’s commitment to “foster a culture of innovation and pursue U.S. patents as part of its strategy.” The name and design have not been disclosed.
“We hope this patent will contribute to our scientific research efforts, promote academic excellence, and enhance our standing among leading universities in the fields of innovation and technology,” the university said in a statement. ” he said.
“This invention is in line with the strategies developed by the GCC countries to achieve the region’s economic and social growth goals.”
The device aims to address ongoing challenges in cybersecurity, including evolving cyber threats and rapid growth in network speed and capacity.
It aims to provide a comprehensive solution by balancing a simplified configuration process with an enhanced level of protection.
This innovation and patent comes as part of the university’s introduction to a new Master of Science program in Artificial Intelligence and Formal Methods for Cybersecurity, which CGS plans to introduce in September 2024.
The program will be tailored to meet the needs of students across the GCC, as well as the demands of both public and private industries in the region.
“Network and cybersecurity devices such as routers, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems are currently facing several challenges,” said Adel Boufourra, acting chair and professor in the School of Next Generation Computing.
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“The installation process can include high error rates and can lead to vulnerabilities and malicious activity even for experts in the field.
“Similarly, the rapid growth in network speeds and bandwidth has raised questions about the efficiency and effectiveness of these devices.
“Furthermore, complex network structures and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats also pose significant challenges.
“These new devices can address such issues and strengthen the future of network and cybersecurity devices, making them more secure and efficient.”
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