Mariam Nouh is a distinguished leader in cyber security and digital technology domains with over a decade of industry experience. As the current Vice President of  Economies of the Future Sector at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), she spearheads R&D in critical areas such as space, smart cities, and emerging technologies. Her career trajectory includes significant roles such as Director of Communication and Information Technology Research Institute and Managing Director at the WEF afflicted Center for Fourth Industrial Revolution, Saudi Arabia showcasing her versatility across multiple technology domains. She is also an affiliated scientist with MIT’s Institute for Data, Systems and Society. Mariam is recognized for her contributions as a speaker, consultant, and author in the realms of cyber security, artificial intelligence, and data security and governance. With a Ph.D. in Cyber Security from the University of Oxford, she combines academic rigor with strategic vision to drive forward-looking initiatives in digital tech and innovation.

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