Mohammed Tareq Alawadhi
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With a career in young age defined by groundbreaking achievements and an unwavering commitment to innovation, Mohammed Tareq Alawadhi is a trailblazer in cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and technology. As the CEO of Exordium and the founder with Hamad Alhameli of BUGLOUD, the Middle East’s first public bug bounty platform integrated with AI, Mohammed has reshaped the cybersecurity landscape by integrating cutting-edge technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), into critical solutions for modern challenges.
A graduate of Higher Colleges of Technology, with a degree in Information Security and Forensics, Mohammed’s academic journey was marked by excellence. Alongside his partner Hamad Alhameli, he achieved first place for the college’s best project with Barrag, an innovative off-grid network designed for emergency scenarios where signals and spectrum are unavailable. Together, they also earned the prestigious Cyber Excellence Award at INTERSEC 2023, cementing their place among the cybersecurity elite.
Mohammed’s professional career is equally distinguished. He was instrumental in founding the Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the Red Team at the UAE Ministry of Interior, where he rose to become the head of CERT. These initiatives fortified the nation’s cybersecurity defenses and advanced its capabilities in addressing critical threats.
A relentless competitor, Mohammed has participated in numerous cybersecurity contests, earning third place in the Cyber World Championship, first place in three Middle Eastern cybersecurity competitions, and the Bug Bounty Award from Cyber Forge. His entrepreneurial acumen has propelled BUGLOUD to top-three recognition at Abu Dhabi Business Week and the global stage at South Korea’s COMEUP startup event.
As a public speaker, Mohammed has shared his insights at leading global events, including GITEX, GISEC, INTERSEC, Arab cyber security international in Bahrain, and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Arab States Conferences, where he has delivered impactful talks on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. His ability to bridge technical depth with real-world application has solidified his reputation as a thought leader in the field.
Certified in eWAPT, Mobile Application Pentesting (TCM), AccessData Certified Examiner, Certified Red Team Operator (Zero Point), and multiple Microsoft certifications, Mohammed brings technical expertise to every endeavor.