Rapid7 Expands UAE Presence with Dubai Office and New Platform
Rapid7's Strategic Expansion into the UAE
Rapid7 (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in threat detection and exposure management, announced its strategic expansion into the United Arab Emirates by establishing a new local entity and platform instance. The company has secured Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) certification and opened a Dubai office to cater to the region's cybersecurity market, projected to reach $4.51 billion by the end of 2025. This expansion includes dedicated cloud infrastructure to ensure data sovereignty compliance.
The new office will feature Rapid7's Exposure Command, an attack surface visibility solution aimed at enhancing security measures in the UAE. Rapid7 will showcase its offerings at GITEX Global 2025, where CEO Corey Thomas will present on cybersecurity and AI on October 15. The company is committed to aligning its services with regional cybersecurity initiatives and regulatory requirements, enhancing its market position in the fast-growing sector.
For more details about Rapid7's expansion, visit Rapid7's official announcement.
Insights on Market Position and Compliance
Rapid7's entry into the UAE market is a strategic move to capture a share of the growing cybersecurity market. The company has made significant investments in local infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regional regulations, particularly the DESC certification, which allows them to serve government and regulated industries.
The commitment to achieving data sovereignty through the establishment of a local platform instance is vital. This compliance allows Rapid7 to overcome barriers to entry and positions it favorably against competitors lacking similar credentials. The UAE's focus on digital infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives makes it an ideal target for Rapid7's expansion efforts.
For insights into the regional cybersecurity market, refer to GITEX Global and Dubai Electronic Security Center.
Rapid7's New Command Platform
Rapid7 has launched the Command Platform, a unified threat exposure, detection, and response platform, which includes Exposure Command and Surface Command. This platform integrates critical security data to provide a unified view of vulnerabilities and threats from endpoint to cloud.
!Rapid7 Command Platform Image courtesy of Rapid7
Exposure Command focuses on detecting and prioritizing exposures and can be integrated with existing security tools. Surface Command provides a comprehensive view of an organization's attack surface by combining data from internal and external sources.
Corey Thomas, CEO of Rapid7, emphasized that this platform allows organizations to monitor and manage exposures confidently, enabling them to focus on the highest risk vulnerabilities. For more information on the Command Platform, visit Rapid7 Command Platform.
Partner of the Year Awards
Rapid7 recognized top global partners with its 2025 Partner of the Year Awards, celebrating excellence in cybersecurity services and customer retention. The annual awards program acknowledges both public and private sector partners for their collaboration and impact on customers' security postures.
This year, 27 partners were honored across 17 categories, including North America, Latin America, EMEA, and APJ regions. Notable winners include SHI as North America Partner of the Year and Softcat as EMEA Partner of the Year.
For details on the awards and to explore partnership opportunities, visit Rapid7 Partnerships.
Rapid7's dedication to building strong partnerships is reflected in its updated global PACT partner program, which enhances collaboration and provides tailored engagement opportunities. For more on the program, see Rapid7 PACT Program.
