20 Nov 2025
The Houghton Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa
IDC Technology Symposium & Golf Connection
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Given Generative AI’s rise, future-forward organizations are establishing innovative business models to sustain a viable digital business in 2025 and beyond. IDC’s Technology Symposium & Awards, gathers technology innovation leaders across South Africa to celebrate those setting the gold standard in a digital-first world.
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Put your brand at the forefront of innovation at the Technology Symposium & Awards in Johannesburg, where top IT decision-makers, tech influencers, and enterprise leaders converge to shape the future of enterprise technology. This premier gathering offers a unique platform to showcase your cutting-edge solutions, engage with senior-level executives, and lead pivotal conversations around AI, automation, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital transformation.
This is more than just visibility—it’s your chance to position your company as a key player in the IT landscape, build trust with high-value prospects, and influence the strategies driving tomorrow’s digital enterprises. From main-stage exposure to focused networking, the event provides unmatched opportunities to make lasting connections and amplify your brand’s thought leadership.
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Agenda
Thursday – November 20, 2025
IDC Technology Symposium & Golf Connection
One day event
Registration & Breakfast
Welcome Address
IDC Keynote: Evolving Threats, Advanced Defenses: Cybersecurity in the Next Era
Securing Edge Devices in a Hybrid Work Environment
AI-Driven Social Engineering
The Future of Ransomware
Cyber Resilience for OT Environments
AI-Powered Cybersecurity: A New Era of Threat Detection and Response
Tea/Coffee & Networking
Panel Discussion – Leveraging AI Platforms for Digital Business Success
Platinum Partner 1: Collaborating for Resilience: The Evolving Role of Cybersecurity Vendors
Platinum Partner 2: The Vendor’s Edge: How Cutting-Edge Solutions Address Emerging Threats
Platinum Partner 3: Transforming Cybersecurity for the Modern Enterprise with Zero Trust
Platinum Partner 4: The Zero Trust Advantage: A Strategic Approach to Cybersecurity
Panel Discussion (Parallel Sessions)
Panel Discussion 1
Generative AI in Risk Management
Panel Discussion 2
AI in IT Innovation: Harnessing New Technologies for Business Growth
Panel Discussion 3
The Role of AI in Automating Cybersecurity Compliance
Panel Discussion 4
Building a Resilient IT Infrastructure: Zero Trust Meets Cloud Security
Summary & Close
Lunch & Networking
The Executive Swing: Mini Golf Session
Speakers
Partners
Venue
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Grand Hyatt Dubai
Oud Metha Road, Dubai Healthcare City Riyadh Street – Near Sheikh
Rashid Rd – Dubai
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