Kuwait ranks fourth in Arab cybersecurity market with $620 million spent so far in 2025
Kuwait’s trajectory in the cybersecurity sector indicates a growing commitment to safeguarding its digital infrastructure, expanding capabilities, and preparing for the next generation of cyber threats, in line with broader regional and global trends.
Kuwait has secured the fourth position in the Arab world in terms of cybersecurity market size for 2025, with total spending reaching $620 million, according to Kaspersky data.
According to Bloomberg, experts predict that this figure could surpass $1 billion by 2030, driven by ambitious government plans to strengthen the nation’s cyber readiness.
Despite ranking fourth in market size, Kuwait currently sits at the third level in cybersecurity readiness. Analysts suggest that its growing market provides a strong foundation for a qualitative leap within the next five years, potentially elevating Kuwait to the top tier of Arab nations in cybersecurity by 2030.
The regional cybersecurity market is estimated at around $15 billion, with projected annual growth rates of 9-13%. In the Middle East, the cost of a single cyber incident averages $8 million, emphasizing the strategic importance of investing in robust digital protection systems.
Kuwait’s readiness score, ranging between 20 and 55 points, reflects early efforts to establish comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks. The country faces challenges including limited technical and human resources and the need for expanded training programs and cross-sector collaboration to bolster defenses.
Saudi Arabia currently leads the Arab cybersecurity market, with a market size of 15.2 billion riyals ($4 billion) at the end of 2024, marking a 14% increase over the previous year, according to the National Cybersecurity Authority.
Egypt follows, with its market exceeding $1 billion in 2025 and expected to reach $1.85 billion by 2031, based on Blue Wave Consulting data.
In the UAE, Mordor Intelligence estimates the cybersecurity market at $820 million in 2025, projecting growth to $1.39 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate of 11%.
Bahrain’s market is forecast to increase from $425 million in 2025 to $560 million in 2030, while Qatar’s market is projected to rise from $143 million this year to $195.7 million by 2030.
While the Arab region as a whole is experiencing rapid cybersecurity growth fueled by digital transformation, readiness levels vary significantly. Gulf countries are advancing toward high maturity stages, while other nations remain in foundational phases, highlighting both challenges and opportunities for regional collaboration.
Kuwait’s trajectory in the cybersecurity sector indicates a growing commitment to safeguarding its digital infrastructure, expanding capabilities, and preparing for the next generation of cyber threats, in line with broader regional and global trends.
