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28 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions has recently become a Technology Partner of Rockwell Automation's PartnerNetwork™. This partnership allows customers to easily find complementary products that can help them address their application challenges. ARIA's AZT PROTECT™ is an advanced solution that protects operational technology (OT) environments. This solution extends and...

28 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in Features, Selected-Features

MVP Tech, a Convergint company, explores how healthcare organizations can benefit by integrating biometric access control into their security infrastructures. Security attacks on medical facilities have become increasingly common, making robust access control measures crucial for healthcare organizations. By implementing tailored access control solutions based on the...

27 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News, Physical Security

HH the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, along with HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Dr Mohammad Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, visited the Ministry of Interior in Kuwait. The Deputy Prime Minister, Defense Minister, and Acting Interior Minister Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah and Interior Ministry Undersecretary Lt...

26 Mar

Posted at 07:00h in News

We are delighted to welcome SAFE – the National Security Services Company – as an official sponsor of the upcoming Security Middle East Conference in Riyadh. Established in 2019 and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), SAFE has been a transformative force in the...

26 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

Foundry and IDC Middle East announced the launch of the first edition of the CSO30 Awards in the UAE, KSA, and Qatar. The CSO30 Awards is part of a global awards program aligned with Foundry’s and IDC’s commitment to the region. The awards ceremony will be held...

22 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in News

According to a report by Frost & Sullivan, regulation is the strongest factor in cybersecurity growth. The report offers insights into the current conditions of the cybersecurity industry in the region. The report highlights the exponential growth of the region's cybersecurity landscape. The GCC cybersecurity industry...

21 Mar

Posted at 07:00h in Features, Selected-Features

Integrated Design Limited (IDL) was tasked with improving secure access control for an energy supplier in Qatar across 10 interconnected high-rise towers. Company Overview A prominent energy supplier in Qatar was looking to enhance its security across 10 office buildings located in the central business district in...

21 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

Qualys, Inc. has announced that it has received cloud service provider (CSP) certification from the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC). Qualys is a leading provider of cloud-based IT, security, and compliance solutions. The certification confirms that Qualys' cloud services meet the CSP Security Standard requirements set...

20 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News, Physical Security

During Ramadan, hundreds of accidents and fatalities occur due to increased traffic.  To raise awareness and protect UAE road users, Tokio Marine and RoadSafetyUAE analysed their 2023 Ramadan motor insurance claims data.  The findings show that Ramadan poses unique challenges for traffic participants, and motorists must be...

19 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

Panzura LLC announced their global file management system, Panzura CloudFS, as a "DCIG TOP 5 Enterprise Multi-site File Collaboration Solution" in the 2024-25 DCIG TOP 5 Enterprise Multi-site File Collaboration Solutions report. This recognition comes from the Data Center Intelligence Group (DCIG), a leading analyst firm,...

19 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in Features, Selected-Features

Ryad Soobhany, Associate Professor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University Dubai, unravels the use of camera technology in Middle East urban planning to enhance security. In the ever-changing landscape of the Middle East, where rapid urbanisation meets technological advancement, the integration of camera technology is...

18 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in News

Costar Technologies announced its successful acquisition by IDIS, which promises to bring enhanced product offerings, greater financial stability, and an expanded global footprint to better serve customers. Scott Switzer, Chief Executive Officer of Costar Technologies said: "By uniting with IDIS, we are embracing a 'Better Together'...

15 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News, Surveillance

IDIS announced its new vandal-resistant and waterproof 2MP Video Intercom, which protects against extreme weather and pollution. The DC-I6212WRX is the first NEMA 4X, IK10, and IP66-rated product of its kind offered by any video surveillance vendor. The product is settled in a toughened casing with two...

14 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

VAST Data unveiled a new AI cloud architecture designed to deliver enhanced performance, quality of service, zero-trust security and efficiency for the AI factory.  Building on NVIDIA BlueField-3 data processing unit (DPU) technology, VAST Data’s parallel system architecture makes it possible to disaggregate the entirety of...

14 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in Features, Selected-Features

John Hathaway, Regional Vice President, iMETA at BeyondTrust, says the path to cyber resilience is paved by privileged access management. IBM’s 2023 edition of its Cost of a Data Breach report puts the Middle East’s average data breach cost at US$8 million, which is almost double...

08 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

Wearin', in partnership with France's General Directorate of the National Gendarmerie, has developed a connected tactical vest that uses AI for its abnormal-situation detection system. Wearin' Brain is manually triggered by an SOS button or automatically detects an abnormal situation and transmits the personnel's geolocation to...

07 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in Features, Selected-Features

Passwordless implementation has long been heralded as the future, but are we ready, asks Mortada Ayad, Director, Sales Engineering at Delinea. We often hear about the increasing appetite for a passwordless future and while this mostly is in the context of consumers, the reasons for organisations...

07 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in Intersec, News

Messe Frankfurt Middle East officially launched the 2025 edition of the Intersec exhibition in response to the high demand from exhibitors and visitors following a record-breaking event in January this year. Returning to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in 2025, Intersec is set to be...

06 Mar

Posted at 09:30h in News

LexisNexis Risk Solutions shared insights from its recent study, the "True Cost of Financial Crime Compliance Study – Europe, The Middle East, and Africa", conducted by Forrester Consulting.  The study disclosed that compliance costs surged for 98% of financial institutions (FIs) in 2023, reaching USD$85 billion...

06 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in News, Surveillance

Matrix recently introduced the Matrix All Color Cameras, a camera that provides vivid coloured images in low-light conditions. The launch of the Matrix All Color Series IP Cameras in Turret Enclosures reflects a strategic move by Matrix to broaden its product portfolio while upholding the brand's...

05 Mar

Posted at 06:00h in News

Dell Technologies announced plans to open a new merge and logistics fulfilment centre in Saudi Arabia. This investment commemorates Dell’s regional headquarters license to operate in Saudi Arabia and the company’s commitment to Saudi Vision 2030 in driving economic diversification through technological advancement. The new centre will...

05 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in Features, Selected-Features

Dan Norman takes us through the ISF’s last two-year forecast – made in 2022 – to determine how accurate they were, and the measures organisations may need to take. Every year the ISF provides a detailed, scenario-based, two-year threat forecast to its member organisations – a...

04 Mar

Posted at 05:00h in News

Group-IB released a comprehensive overview of the cyber threat landscape in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) which found a startling surge in ransomware and leaks. The Hi-Tech Crime Trends report covered the years 2023/2024 and provides a thorough analysis of how cybersecurity challenges in the...

01 Mar

Posted at 05:30h in Cyber Security, News

Genetec Inc. announced Security Center SaaS, an enterprise-grade, unified solution. Built with cybersecurity and privacy at its core, the new offering is a scalable, open, and unified software as a service solution (SaaS). Christian Morin, Vice President of Product Engineering and CSO, Genetec Inc. said: "The physical...

29 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in News

Decision Sciences International Corporation has developed a unique technology capable of determining the atomic number and bulk density of materials by analysing the trajectories of charged particles. The company offer a commercial vehicle and cargo screening solution called Discovery®, based on over 14 years of R&D...

28 Feb

Posted at 14:28h in News

Allied Telesis has introduced its x530-28GSX full fiber switch, bringing flexibility and network optimization to the company’s x530 Series of multi-Gigabit switches. The x530-28GSX switch is a 24-port 100/1000X SFP stackable switch with 4 SFP+ ports and 2 fixed power supplies. It can aggregate a 24x1...

28 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in News

Dell Technologies is set to introduce the broadest portfolio of commercial AI laptops and mobile workstations designed to bolster productivity in an AI era. Regarding the new step towards enhancing organizational and individual workstations, Patrick Moorhead, founder and CEO of Moor Insights & Strategy said: “The...

27 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in News

EDGE Group and Fincantieri have entered into an agreement aimed at creating a joint venture to capitalise on global shipbuilding opportunities with a focus on the manufacturing of a broad range of sophisticated naval vessels. According to the agreement, EDGE will hold a 51% stake in...

26 Feb

Posted at 05:00h in Cyber Security, News

Phishing attacks analysed by Positive Technologies experts against organisations in 2022–2023 found that cyber criminals pose as contractors to target governments and defence. As the phishing-as-a-service model has become common practice, experts predict an increase in the role of AI in both conducting and preventing attacks. The...

23 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in News, Security Events

Teleste announced it received a Gold Medal award in the EcoVadis Business Sustainability Rating, marking the significance of the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. Now, Teleste places among the top 5% of companies assessed by EcoVadis in the past 12 months. Globally recognised as...

22 Feb

Posted at 08:00h in Features, Selected-Features

The future of technological advancements in the security landscape is a topic which most are interested in. However, it is always best to ask an expert. Vice President of Industrial Security Operations at Saudi Aramco, Sami Alajmi, reflects on his career and the state of...

22 Feb

Posted at 06:00h in Cyber Security, News

CYFIRMA Industry Report finds numerous attack campaigns launched on businesses. Logistics are an essential component in Middle Eastern exports and imports, manufacturing, and business operations. But what happens when cyber criminals target the industry? The CYFIRMA report found that logistics firms are battling against the rising wave of...

21 Feb

Posted at 07:00h in News

IDIS announced the launch of its newest educational eBook which focuses on the growing importance of understanding the total cost of ownership. The eBook, “Why Total Cost of Ownership Matters More Than Ever,” explores TCO, which is a well-known concept across many sectors in the video...