One the largest banks in Oman has selected Trend Micro a global leader in cybersecurity solutions for its IT security infrastructure. Established in 1984, currently Oman Arab Bank (OAB) operates more than 65 branches and representative offices and over 148 ATMs across the Sultanate. The bank is quickly becoming...
Despite being fully aware of security risks following the introduction of high-profile legislation like GDPR, workers in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) have the worst cybersecurity discipline in the world and displaying signs of ‘security fatigue’, according to a study by Aruba, a Hewlett...
Together with the telecom companies STC Specialized and House of Invention International (HOI) in Saudi Arabia, Airbus supplied its secure communication infrastructure to the security staff protecting this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. "Our reliable critical communication infrastructure plays a vital role in making sure...
Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704) has released its Midyear Security Roundup 2018, revealing that cybercriminals are moving away from attention-grabbing ransomware attacks to more covert methods intended to steal money and valuable computing resources. Crypto-jacking attempts are making the biggest impact so far this...
Muscat International Airport has won the overall CEM Systems Project of the Year Award for 2018. The landmark $1.8 billion new airport project was honoured at CEM Systems’ annual security conference, held 23—24 May at the Galgorm Resort & Spa, Northern Ireland. “As the largest infrastructure project...
Milestone Systems will again be holding a number of Intro Day Seminars across the region over the next couple of months. These technical seminars are designed with Milestone's new and existing partners in mind, as well as consultants and employees. They will provide an overview of...
Genetec has launched an interesting new ‘File Request’ feature for its ClearanceTM digital evidence management system. The feature is designed to make it easy for the general public and private businesses to contribute to crime-solving efforts by sharing relevant video and photos from their cell phones and...
Oman Data Park (ODP) has deployed Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) as part of its ODP Managed Security Services for end point protection. Oman Data Park is the first managed service provider in Oman, offering managed cloud services, public cloud, co-location and managed security services to both...
CathexisVision, the Video Surveillance Management Software Suite from Cathexis Technologies has taken top honours for the Benchmark Innovation Awards 2018 and been announced the overall winner in the Video Surveillance Software category. Benchmark is a globally recognised business-to-business publication for installers and integrators, which is dedicated...
The largest hackathon competition in the Middle East, organised by the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones, was launched in Jeddah on Tuesday July 31, 2018, under the name of "Hackathon of Hajj". The three-day event, with the participation of thousands of developers from both...
IBM Security has announced the results of a Middle East study examining the full financial impact of a data breach on businesses located in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Overall, the study found that the average total cost...
ADME, parent company of US-based Apollo Security Access Control, has announced the creation of a new division for sales and support exclusively for its Software OEM and integration partners. This new division, named ApolloEM, will be responsible to provide support for industry partners that use...
Matrix will be showcasing its latest trends and technologies including its new NVRX Series and PRASAR communication system at a special event in Riyadh next week. Matrix Insight will take place on 26th July from 8:30 am onwards at Marriott Hotel. The company will showcase its...
ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions launches smart, BIM-enabled product specification tool that helps users create complete and tailored door opening solutions - ASSA ABLOY OPENINGS STUDIO. "OPENINGS STUDIO offers innovative and tailored plug-and-play BIM-enabled solutions for doors and hardware. Not only is the tool simple and convenient,...
Altronix has added Paxton Access to its expanding portfolio of Trove Access and Power Integration Solutions. “Our collaboration with Paxton Access further simplifies the design and installation process for system integrators,” said Alan Forman, President, Altronix Corporation. “Trove facilitates a quicker and cleaner installation, which is...
Milestone Systems, leading open platform company in networked video management software (VMS), has announced the appointment of Amine Sadi as country manager for the Middle East region. Amine Sadi has been with the company since May 2009 and brings a strong background as successful country manager...
BCDVideo has appointed Rohit Khubchandani as its new regional sales director for the Middle East, Africa & India where he will oversee BCDVideo’s sales and business development. With over twenty years of experience driving opportunities and sales, BCDVideo says that Rohit brings his technical and territorial...
Despite a steel drop in demand due declining oil prices and a deteriorating economy the Saudi market for biometrics products has since 2017 witnessed robust growth, according to a new report from 6Wresearch. This upsurge has been attributed to substantial investment in mega infrastructure projects due...
Cyber security training experts, SANS, has announced its return to KSA with 'SANS Riyadh July 2018' a six-day training event that will take place from the 28th of July to the 2nd of August. The event will feature hands-on courses that enable IT professionals to rapidly...
According to a newly-released report by Trend Micro Incorporated, ransomware remains a widespread threat in the UAE with the country accounting for 2.4 million of the 1.7 billion ransomware attacks detected globally in Q1 of 2018. The same trend was seen in Kuwait where 1.9 million...
ABC Verdun has invested in a state-of-the-art cabling infrastructure from R&M which will serves as the platform on which critical mall services including internet, point-of-sales systems, CCTV, digital signage, and the Building Management System (BMS) now run. ABC was the first retailer to introduce the mall...
Southwest Microwave has announced the appointment of Harun Ozerdem as Middle East sales manager. Harun will manage business development activities in Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE and Yemen. Harun has over 20 years of experience as a security industry professional....
Hikvision has launched a new range of EasyIP 4.0 cameras and NVRs that build on the capabilities of its EasyIP 3.0 range. The EasyIP 4.0 products are built on Hikvision’s H.265+ Smart Codec, which reduces bandwidth and storage requirements by up to 50% over H.265, delivering...
The 12th edition of Milipol Qatar will for the first time include live demonstrations where visitors, VIPs, official delegations and buyers can witness new products and innovations in action. Held under the patronage of H.H the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, the show takes...
Around 450 Hanwha Techwin cameras have been installed at multiple campuses at Beykent University in Istanbul, Turkey to assist medical students with their studies. As part of their studies medical students at the University need to take lab exercises in audiometry and advanced simulation. However only...
Arabian Security & Safety Services Co Ltd (AMNCO) was named '2018 KSA Manned Guarding Company of the Year Award' at the https://ww2.frost.com/event/calendar/middle-east-best-practices-awards-banquet Frost & Sullivan Middle East Best Practices Awards Banquet held on 14th May at Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai. With over three decades of...
The Saudi Arabian oil company Saudi Aramco has commissioned the German firm Tönnjes E.A.S.T. www.toennjes.com to supply 237,000 RFID windscreen stickers to help manage access control at its premises. Only vehicles bearing such a label will be able to enter the company’s sites. The sticker contains a UHF...
AppCentrix a South Africa-based managed ICT services company, has announced its expansion into the Middle East with the signing of a distribution agreement with ExtraHop, specialists in real-time IT analytics for network performance management and security. The company intends to capitalise on the region’s growing need...
Dubai Technology Partners LLC (DTP), the region’s leading systems integrator for the aviation industry, announced that it has joined forces with Xovis to help improve operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Serving 24 million passengers per year, AUH is one of the fastest growing hubs...
Live-streaming enabled bodyworn cameras from Digital Barriers Ltd have been deployed by the City of Makati in the Philippines to enhance emergency response and ensure the security and safety of traffic officers. By enabling the live-streaming of footage from cameras back to a central control centre, Makati hopes...
UK-based wearable camera experts, Edesix has opened a new office in UAE as it targets the Middle Eastern market for expansion. The UK-based wearable camera expert, which already supplies VideoBadges to the Abu Dhabi police force, sees the Middle East as a key expanding market and...
FLIR Systems has launched a new line of security cameras called Saros™, a next-generation outdoor security product line that combines multiple traditional perimeter protection technologies into a unified solution. This approach is designed to deliver accurate, actionable alerts and verified alarm data. The FLIR Saros camera...
Home security specialists Ring has announced a partnership agreement with X-cite by Alghanim Electronics, Kuwait's largest electronic retailer, to distribute Ring’s products for the growing home security market in Kuwait. Mohammad Meraj Hoda, vice president – Business Development at Ring said, “Ring’s mission to reduce crime in neighborhoods...
As part of the railway modernisation contract for the Cairo-Alexandria line, which carries more than 25 million passengers per year, Egypt National Railways (ENR) has selected Thales for the extension to modernise the 48-km Cairo-Benha section. The project will substantially improve safety on the Cairo-Benha section...
Tata Power Company is to deploy the Blighter B400 series radars as part of the Indian Government’s Comprehensive Integrated Border Management System (CIBMS). Blighter Surveillance Systems Ltd, a British designer and manufacturer of electronic-scanning (E-scan) radars and surveillance solutions, has secured its first sale into India for...
Genetec will demonstrating Smart City-friendly security, intelligence and operational solutions at its second Intersec Saudi Arabia in Jeddah Saudi Arabia (KSA) this week (April 24 to 26, 2018) on booth #A27. Genetec will showcase Citigraf a decision support system that unifies public safety operations across city departments for...
ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions held a successful seminar with its major partner Universal Building Materials Merchants Co Ltd (UBM), one of the largest door and hardware distributors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The seminar took place in Riyadh at Marriott...
Artificial intelligence camera and sensor technology that sees, smells and listens for potential security problems was presented to delgates at the Future Cities Show at Dubai International Exhibition Centre (DIEC). The advanced and adaptable technology of Brazil-headquartered, Polsec which is already operating in some Brazilian locations and is...
The world’s leading security and fire protection solutions providers have laid out plans for some serious business prospects in a buoyant Saudi market where demand for fire safety, commercial security, and homeland security remains robust. According to analysts Frost & Sullivan, the combined value of the...
In 2017, Saudi Arabia’s education sector was most affected by malware, followed by government, and telecommunications. Other sectors also affected were healthcare, manufacturing, and oil & gas. Furthermore, of the 1.7 billion known ransomware threats globally in 2017, the Kingdom accounted for 0.55%. In Q4 of...
UAE facilities management company Emrill is celebrating a major contract win this month from property giant Emaar Properties that will see the company provide manned security services for Emaar's sites in downtown Dubai and the Dubai Marina Master Communities. Alex Davies, Emrill’s managing director commented, “This...
The Saudi Cyber Security and Internet Programming Association (SFCSP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with specialists in cybersecurity VirtuPort, based in Jordan. The Memorandum was signed on behalf of His Excellency, the Advisor to the Royal Court, chairman of the Board of Directors of...
Johnson Controls has announced that its VideoEdge network video recording platform from American Dynamics is the first product to be officially certified as meeting the highest level of third-party cybersecurity standards from UL (Underwriters Laboratories) for Life Safety and Security, UL2900-2-3. UL’s Cybersecurity Assurance Program (UL...
ONVIF, the leading global standardisation initiative for IP-based physical security products, is announcing the ONVIF Open Source Spotlight Challenge, a technology competition to develop open source applications for innovative IP video streaming applications to help resolve global security issues.The two-month online challenge, offered in conjunction...
The Linx International Group is to provide its award-winning security management programmes from the new training centre of the Security Industry Regulatory Authority in Dubai. SIRA was created in 2016 and is the government department responsible for setting the regulations, training and enforcements of security within...
Honeywell has appointed Fahmi Jabri as its business leader for commercial security in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META). Jabri’s new role will see him grow Honeywell’s security business and drive greater customer focus. He will also advance the organization’s portfolio of commercial security hardware...
Dubai Police has proposed a pathbreaking project “Police Without Policemen” as part of the Dubai 10X initiative. The project will consist of three activations which aims to implement the vision of Dubai as a city of the future through innovative steps that bring futuristic solutions...
The world’s much anticipated International Standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S) has just been published, and is set to transform workplace practices globally. ISO 45001:2018, Occupational health and safety management systems – Requirements with guidance for use, provides a robust and effective set of processes for improving...
Organisers, Reed Exhibitions and the UAE Ministry of Interior celebrated another successful run of the ISNR exhibition in Abu Dhabi this week. His Excellency Major General Dr Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, Inspector-General of the Ministry of Interior and Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of ISNR...
A new series of training courses focused on helping regional cyber security professionals skill-up in digital forensics, intrusion detection, and the defence of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are to be launched in Abu Dhabi by the SANS Institute. The Ponemon Institute’s 2017 Cost of a Data...