beIN Wins Golden Award in Qatar National Cyber Drill 2024 Ranking First in Media Sector

DOHA, QATAR – 7 July 2025: beIN MEDIA GROUP (‘beIN’), the global leader in sports, entertainment, and media, has been awarded the prestigious Golden Award for outstanding performance at the National Cyber Drill 2024, organized by Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) under the theme “Zero Hour.”

This marks the second consecutive year that beIN has received this top honor, officially ranking first among all media sector participants in Qatar.

The National Cyber Drill is a critical annual exercise evaluating the cybersecurity preparedness of government entities, critical infrastructure, and private organizations across Qatar. The 2024 edition focused on high-intensity, real-world cyber threat simulations designed to test detection, response, and recovery capabilities.

beIN’s recognition highlights its steadfast commitment to cybersecurity excellence and innovation. Under the leadership of Kenan Begovic, Group Director of Information Security, and with project management by Rashid Al-Obaidli, Head of Information Security Architecture, Planning & Projects, beIN’s Information Security team showcased advanced technical expertise, strategic decision-making, and strong cross-departmental coordination throughout the exercise.

Upon receiving the award, Rashid Al-Obaidli stated:

“This recognition is a testament to our team’s collective effort, rigorous preparation, and the culture of vigilance that permeates beIN. It underscores our unwavering commitment to Qatar’s national digital security goals and reflects our continuous focus on innovation and collaboration to safeguard our platforms, content, and audiences.”

This achievement supports Qatar National Vision 2030 by reinforcing the nation’s cybersecurity infrastructure and strengthening the resilience and digital trust of Qatar’s media industry. It further positions beIN as a regional leader in operational security and technological excellence.