Dubai, United Arab Emirates – February 4, 2026 – Softline Group and Sainttly Group officially signed a strategic partnership today, appointing Cybercory.com as the Official Media Partner of FAST Security Edition, during its first‑ever edition, held at JW Marriott Hotel, Dubai.
The partnership agreement was formally signed by Evgeny Kurtukov, Middle East Regional Director of Softline Group, and Ouaissou DEMBELE, CEO of Sainttly Group, marking a significant milestone in strengthening cybersecurity knowledge sharing and industry collaboration across the Middle East and Globally.
FAST Security Edition: A New Cybersecurity Platform by Softline Group
FAST Security Edition is a flagship cybersecurity event launched by Softline Group in 2026, designed to bring together cybersecurity leaders, technology experts, and decision‑makers to address today’s most pressing cyber threats, emerging risks, and security transformation strategies.
This first edition of FAST Security Edition sets the foundation for an ongoing regional platform focused on:
- Advanced cybersecurity solutions
- Threat detection and response
- Digital resilience and cyber maturity
- Practical security strategies for modern enterprises
The event reflects Softline Group’s continued commitment to advancing cybersecurity excellence and innovation across the Middle East.
Cybercory.com Appointed Official Media Partner
As part of this partnership, Cybercory.com—the #1 Middle East & Africa Trusted Cybersecurity News & Magazine and a proud entity of Sainttly Group will provide concrete media, editorial, and visibility support for FAST Security Edition.
This includes:
- Pre‑event and post‑event media coverage
- Expert interviews and thought leadership content
- Editorial storytelling highlighting key insights from the event
- Amplification across Cybercory’s digital media platforms
The partnership was officially signed during the event itself, symbolizing strong alignment between industry leadership and trusted cybersecurity media.
Leadership Perspectives
Speaking on the partnership, Evgeny Kurtukov, Middle East Regional Director at Softline Group, emphasized the importance of trusted media collaboration:
“FAST Security Edition is about creating real cybersecurity value for the region. Partnering with Cybercory.com ensures that the insights, discussions, and expertise shared during this event reach a wider cybersecurity audience across the Middle East and the globe.”
Ouaissou DEMBELE, CEO of Sainttly Group, highlighted the strategic role of cybersecurity media:
“Cybercory.com was created to serve as a trusted voice for the cybersecurity community. Becoming the official media partner of FAST Security Edition aligns perfectly with our mission to elevate cybersecurity awareness, leadership, and practical knowledge across the region and also share the region’s trends to the reste of the globe.”
Looking Ahead
This partnership marks the beginning of a long‑term collaboration between Softline Group and Sainttly Group, with Cybercory.com playing a key role in amplifying cybersecurity dialogue, expertise, and impact across the region.
About Softline Group
Softline Group is a global IT and cybersecurity solutions provider, supporting organizations in their digital transformation, security modernization, and technology optimization journeys. Through initiatives like FAST Security Edition, Softline continues to invest in cybersecurity leadership, education, and regional collaboration.
About Cybercory.com and Sainttly Group
Cybercory.com is the #1 Middle East & Africa Trusted Cybersecurity News & Magazine, delivering timely, expert‑driven, and human‑centric cybersecurity content.
Cybercory.com is part of Sainttly Group, a cybersecurity‑focused group committed to education, awareness, media, and digital security innovation.
