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GITEX Africa 2024: How Thales aims to build data protection in Africa

Neil Cosser, Regional Sales Director at Thales, highlights the company’s commitment to protecting data through advanced encryption and cryptography.

Neil Cosser, Regional Sales Director - Data protection , Africa, Thales

Neil Cosser, the Regional Sales Director for a business unit within Thales focused on data security and protection, discusses the company’s strategies and future outlook. Thales ensures data protection through encryption and cryptography, addressing the critical need for data security in the digital transformation era.

Recognising Africa’s growing business landscape, driven by digital data, Thales collaborates with numerous trained and locally present partners who customize and enhance solutions for regional clients.

Looking ahead, Neil emphasises the impact of emerging technologies such as quantum computing, machine learning, and AI, which will centralise data and increase its accessibility. Thales is committed to safeguarding data across all environments—on-premise, in the cloud, or in other formats—against evolving technological threats.

The company aims to maintain robust data protection to meet future challenges.