According to the recently released 2023 Thales Data Threat Report, nearly half (47%) of IT professionals surveyed believe that security threats are increasing in volume or severity with 48% reporting an increase in ransomware attacks. More than a third (37%) have experienced a data breach...
The National Security Services Company (SAFE) has announced it has acquired Abana Enterprises Group Company's assets that are connected to the transit of cash and valuable goods. The acquisition agreement enhances SAFE's services portfolio in both local and regional markets by providing services for the transit...
SecOps 360 seeks to bring together experts from IT and Security Backgrounds in a day of virtual events that aim to promote collaboration between these industries. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, businesses must foster infrastructure which allows for seamless collaboration between IT and security...
AMAG Technology, an Allied Universal Company, proudly introduces AMAG Technology Professional Services. AMAG Technology Professional Services offers specialised technical resources and services to help channel partners and customers experience maximum performance and return on their security and technology investments. AMAG Technology Professional Services’ subject matter experts...
Artificial intelligence (AI) removes the human component of reacting to a cybersecurity threat. Machine learning and pattern recognition, when combined with the mass amounts of data that can train artificial intelligence, which is located across the cyber landscape - and in particular the Internet of Things...
LexisNexis® Risk Solutions today released the results of its annual Cybercrime Report, an analysis of data from 79.8 billion transactions processed through its LexisNexis® Digital Identity Network® throughout 2022. The report, Trust and Collaboration as Foundations to Fight Fraud, shows that the global digital attack...
Serco, International Public Services company with roots in defence capabilities, have announced Jeff Miller will be taking the role of Director, Security and Defence in the Middle East. The position highlights the role Serco seek to play in the future of the Middle East Security...
SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, has just opened the third edition of its Cyber Reskilling Program in Bahrain, in partnership with The Labour Fund (Tamkeen). The registration window is open now and closes on the 19th of June 2023. The SANS...
If current trends continue, the global firewall as a service market value is expected to reach US$30.9 billion by 2033. The increased demand for advanced security solutions and services to limit the risk of cyber attacks is creating new prospects for growth. Enterprises’ increased demand for...
Recently, the SPA Team had the opportunity to interview Reza Rassool, CTO of RealNetworks, who shared his thoughts on combining Edge Biometrics with Mobile Technology, as a means of creating more effective Access Control. "We have come to expect that enhanced security entails further inconvenience for...
The real estate market in Dubai experienced a record-breaking year in 2022 surpassing a whopping $65 billion. Despite global headwinds, the real estate market in the quaint but booming city continues to leap over other metropoles even with the current state of the global economy. Verve...
Touchless Biometric Systems has unveiled the BIOMANAGER ENTERPRISE, a platform that unifies data gathered by multiple biometric security solutions onto one interface. This platform is usable on all kinds of devices, guaranteeing efficiency, comprehensive functionality and top-level security. This means that all records gathered from biometric access...
We had our inaugural conference in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia on the 9th May 2023, featuring keynote speakers discussing important topics, panels exploring what matters to C-suite executives and sponsors networking with other security professionals on the day. On the day, we had three keynote speakers...
New research from Banklesstimes.com has revealed that the Cam4 Data Breach in March 2020 was the biggest data breach in history - exposing 10,880 million records. It dwarfs the second biggest attack – which was the 3,000 million records exposed in the Yahoo data breach...
The Qatar National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) is to launch the National Data Classification Policy which will look to establish a unified scheme and help organisations understand the basic principles of data classification. The policy will serve as the foundation for data governance in the country’s...
The Gulf Cooperation Council countries are currently working through plans to launch a regional Schengen-style visa for tourists, which will help to boost economic growth in the area, according to Bahrain’s Minister of Tourism. Fatima al-Sairafi addressed the audience at the Arabian Travel Market show in...
The Security Middle East Conference 2023 has officially begun! Over 300 C-level decision makers, security influencers and industry thought leaders have come together to discuss the pressing issues that define the sector. Through discussion that takes place in Riyadh today, leaders will shape the industry towards a...
Artificial intelligence continues to make its mark in all aspects of industry and culture, now, as part of its ongoing Qatar National Vision 2030, Qatar has implemented artificial intelligence (AI) into its judicial system. With the updated system, the use of AI is expected to enhance...
The UAE Cyber Security Council and Oracle have agreed to work together to help strengthen the UAE's cybersecurity framework and empower the existing IT infrastructure in the region. The goal of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by His Excellency Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the...
The financial landscape is rapidly evolving and industry players must keep up, to this end, the International Data Corporation has announced that the Middle East edition of its IDC Financial Services Congress 2023 will take place on June 13th. Hosted at the Ritz-Carlton at the Dubai...
How many times have you had to enter a password today? May 4th marks World Password Day - but is it time to rethink this security feature? Morey Haber, Chief Security Officer at BeyondTrust considers passwords' role in modern society. Today, the most common storage medium...
Hikvision has enhanced its ColorVu technology with Super Confocal and Smart Hybrid Light Technologies allowing for sharp imaging and precise focusing even in ultra-low light. The software comes with flexible 'hybrid' lighting to ensure clear imaging in any scenario. “By upgrading ColorVu technology, we aim to elevate...
A performance evaluation meeting of the General Department of Criminal Investigation, Dubai Police, has revealed a significant decrease in the crime rate for the first period of 2023. The meeting was chaired by Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief for Dubai Police. He praised the...
A new collaboration between a tech entrepreneur and a Saudi Arabian company will incorporate AI and machine learning to offer a whole new level of security against modern threats. Ioannis Antypas, a London-based cybersecurity expert, will be working to create cutting-edge solutions that can detect and...
Launched by Saudi's Ministry of Education, a new cybersecurity campaign targeting those who study online has been launched. The purpose of the campaign is to raise awareness of the threats to cybersecurity a company, student, or individual faces whilst studying online, teaching how to combat these...
Qognify, part of Hexagon, a leading provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, and Gallagher, leading manufacturer of flexible, integrated access control solutions, today announced the release of an integration between Qognify VMS and Gallagher access control. In regard to physical security, only combined information...
Secure Logiq and BriefCam have announced a partnership to serve the companies' shared customer base better. With BriefCam's innovative video analytic solutions and Secure Logiq's servers designed explicitly for HD surveillance, the door is opened to innovative, powerful new security solutions, greater than the sum of...
GISEC Global 2023 took place in March, featuring industry veterans and thought leaders coming together to discuss the future of security in the Middle East and the way in which security initiatives will be implemented in other sectors. Discussion focused on evolving digital security solutions as...
TRASSIR, CCTV systems manufacturer and video surveillance software developer is expanding its global footprint with its licence plate recognition (LPR) tool, AutoTRASSIR, now working in the Middle East, Latin America and Ireland. AutoTRASSIR is an AI smart module that can identify, record and search events containing...
HID, a worldwide leader in trusted identity and physical security solutions, today announced its inaugural State of the Security Industry Report, which revealed that c-level decision makers and security influences across the industry are concerning themselves with five common threads that are dictating the direction...
Dubai International Financial Centre, (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region has hosted 10 leading regions' banks and FinTechs to discuss the challenges facing the financial sector. The roundtable was hosted by Mohammad AlBlooshi, Head of DIFC Innovation...
Following an intensive period of testing, the global hardware partnership between Secure Logiq and VCA Technology has yielded its first benefits. The two manufacturers have fine-tuned their solutions in order to determine the best combinations of software and hardware from the two brands, that will set new...
Kathryn Petralia has agreed to serve as the Chair of the Global Board for the Financial Data and Technology Association (FDATA Global) for an initial two-year term. Petralia is Co-Founder and President of Keep Financial, a fintech compensation platform designed to bring together employees and employers...
SEGULA Technologies, a renowned global engineering enterprise, is establishing two officers to support its Middle East business. The purpose of these offices is to support Middle East consumers working within the energy, aerospace, defense, rail, manufacturing, naval and automotive sectors, covering the full scope of competencies...
The Dubai Police has successfully integrated its ballistic identification network with Interpol's database. This will help the force compare over 1.8 million ballistic fingerprints worldwide in under an hour. "This significant milestone enhances the Force's efforts in unravelling the mysteries of crimes, identifying the type of...
The latest worldwide spending guide from the International Data Corporation (IDC) predicts spending on security solutions and services in the Middle East and Africa will increase 7.9% in 2023 to reach a market value of $6.2 billion. Security software will account for the largest share of...
The inaugural edition of the Middle East PropTech Innovation Summit 2023 will be taking place on May 23-24 at the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah, UAE, organised and managed by Verve Management. The summit seeks to gather and discuss information relevant to property technology, with topics...
Biometric identity management systems are a technological evolution point for electronic access to public services. At the moment, the implementation of these systems require several elements including a method of secure user identification. Through having one reliable biometric identification system in place, newer functionalities can be...
PERCo has installed a number of innovations in the office of Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), to help with the efficient management of access control. ADDED is a government agency in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi that promotes competition between businesses and grants the...
Saudi Arabia’s multi-billion dollar project Red Sea Global is set to open to visitors this year and, ahead of this, the development’s security teams are boosting their skills with special forces training. Red Sea Global’s private security company – Red Sea Security Services – has undergone...
The cost of applying for a six-month entry permit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has increased. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) in the UAE has increased the price to AED 1,250 - which includes a number of other charges....
In a boost to the Middle East’s security reputation, Doha has been ranked as one of the top 10 safest tourist destinations in the world. According to UK-based security training marketplace, Get Licensed, the Gulf city achieved a World Vacation Safety Score of 7.56, which placed...
On May 9th, the Security Middle East Conference will bring together industry heads from a number of prestigious companies, to discuss everything from deepfakes to the digital landscape, to how businesses can align with Saudi Vision 2030. The conference will explore the insights of keynote speakers...
AI brain scanning software, miniaturised cameras to fit in coffee cups, and surveillance software that can recognise faces up to a kilometre away, all these futuristic innovations and more were showcased at the World Police Summit in Dubai this year. The event, which brought together multiple...
The Technological Innovation Institute (TII) - the applied research pillar of Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council, today announced that its AI and Digital Science Research Center (AIDRC) has partnered with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to further innovations that will...
IDIS has released a new NDAA-compliant AI in the Box featuring state-of-the-art analytical capabilities which will boost the efficiency of surveillance operations and take a proactive approach to safety and security for large-scale users. The full specification of the new server is that of an enterprise-class,...
March 31st is World Backup Day, bringing together businesses across the world to discuss the importance of backing up data and having a secure infrastructure. Ingrained into World Backup Day is the acknowledgment that businesses of all shapes and sizes are under threat, eventually, ransomware or...
BCD has announced Harmonize Remote Monitoring and Management to simplify multiple module systems. BCD recognises that technology is advancing at pace, resulting in constantly updating systems and ever-changing challenges for businesses of all shapes and sizes. To support this rapid evolution, BCD is releasing the Harmonize...
Sophos, innovative leader in the cybersecurity industry, has released new research demonstrating how the language model behind ChatGPT can be used to filter spam, detect malicious activity and speed up the analysis of 'living off the land' binary (LOLBin) attacks. "At Sophos, we've long seen AI...
The International Data Corporation (IDC) has announced that this year's edition of the IDC Kuwait CIO Summit will take place in the Courtyard by Marriot in Kuwait City on May 22nd. The theme of the event will be Enabling the Digital Economy's Leaders, and the event...