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🌟 Breaking: World Record at Black Hat MEA 2024: The Largest CTF Hackathon Ever!🌟 We did it! 🇸🇦🏆 Black Hat MEA 2024 by Tahaluf sets a new Guinness World Record for the largest Capture the Flag (CTF) Hackathon ever, with an astounding ‘1,039 participants’ across 250 teams! 💪 This monumental achievement, credit goes to Mike Champion, Annabelle Mander, Steve Durning, and rest of the amazing Tahaluf teams, officially ratified by a Guinness World Record adjudicator, showcases the incredible talent and dedication within the cybersecurity community. Here are some highlights from this record-breaking event: 🔹 Keynote Sessions: The event kicked off with insightful keynote speeches from industry leaders who shared their expertise and experiences on the latest Cyber Security trends and threats. These sessions provided valuable knowledge and set the stage for the intense hacking challenges that followed. 🔹 Hands-on Hacking Challenges: Participants engaged in a series of complex and thrilling CTF challenges, pushing their skills to the limit. The competition included a wide range of scenarios, from web application security to exploitation and reverse engineering. 🔹 Networking Opportunities: Beyond the competition, the event offered numerous opportunities for participants to connect with peers, mentors, and potential employers. The networking sessions were buzzing with energy as professionals exchanged ideas and built valuable relationships. 🔹 Innovative Exhibits: The exhibition area featured cutting-edge technologies and solutions from leading cybersecurity companies. Attendees had the chance to explore the latest advancements in security software, hardware, and services. 🔹 Interactive Villages: The event provided experiences and knowledge in various domains, including vehicle hacking, ATM security, smart home devices, industrial control systems, and more. These interactive sessions allowed participants to deepen their understanding on these domains. The spirit of collaboration and competition at Black Hat MEA 2024 was truly sensational. This record-breaking CTF hackathon not only highlighted the importance of Cyber Security but also demonstrated the powerful curation of communities and innovations that address in tackling today's digital challenges. 🚀 Looking Forward: As we reflect on this incredible achievement, I am excited about the future of Cyber Security and the potential for further breakthroughs that Saudi Arabia brings. ‼️Stay tuned for more updates! 🔍 #BlackHatMEA2024 #SaudiArabia #Vision2030 #CTF #Hackathon #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #DataSecurity #DataPrivacy #Hacking #Hackk #WorldRecord #Innovation #TechTrends #EthicalHacking #CyberCrime 🇸🇦💻🔐 الاتحاد السعودي للأمن السيبراني والبرمجة والدرونز | SAFCSP National Cybersecurity Authority Saudi Central Bank – SAMA CS Alliances (Cyber Security Alliances) CISO Forum Global