Exito will host another milestone event with the 14th Edition Cyber Security Summit Qatar, which serves as an ideal platform to enhance the experience on the latest insights on "Securing Qatar’s Digital Future." The Summit will address the importance of the full potential of technology as a...
The US have confirmed their Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will support security efforts for the Qatar World Cup later this year. Rob Silvers, the under secretary for strategy, police and plans at DHS, confirmed the support in an interview with ABC News. He said: "We...
NATO confirmed that it will assist Qatar in its preparation and operation of security measures for the 2022 FIFA World Cup happening later this year. 1.2 million tickets are estimated to have been purchased for the sport event, with 40 million applications submitted to attend the...
US based Spirion LLC is strengthening its cybersecurity portfolio by partnering and launching in the Middle East with Dubai-based Spire Solutions. The partnership will see the Tampa based company extend its software distribution channels at a global level across both public and private sectors. Spirion President and...
The three-day activities of the 14th International Event for Homeland Security and Civil Defence, Milipol Qatar 2022 kicked off at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Doha today. With wide international and local participation, 220 international and local exhibiting companies from different countries of the...
Project Qatar is returning in June for its 18th event, to showcase the latest in the construction and building industries including fire safety and security. The event is under the patronage of HE Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of The State of Qatar Khalid Bin...
Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has worked with Frequentis to upgrade its airspace communication ahead of the Qatar World Cup this year. With increased air traffic expected, the QCAA is upgrading its existing voice communication system (VCS) and modernising its air traffic control (ATC) tower operation....
Qatar has reiterated its commitment to global peace and security efforts via the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva. Heading up Qatar's efforts was Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) H E Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi. In the statement of Qatar, the Secretary-General of...
Turkey and Qatar have reached an agreement to ensure safety at Kabul's main airport, amid talks with the Taliban government after two days of "intense negotiations." The agreement was confirmed via Turkish diplomats, as the country says it would be open to operating it with Qatar...
Microsoft’s global partner Predica, has entered the Qatari market in anticipation of increased demand for exceptional IT consultancy services. The provider of consulting services in cloud-based security and cyber-resilience ranks within the top 10 consulting firms worldwide for Azure specialisations. Szymon Świątek, Country Manager at Predica in...
A five-year security deal between Jordan and Qatar has been granted royal approval by Amman – two years after diplomatic ties were fully restored. In 2019 Amman and Doha agreed to restore diplomatic relations after a rift dating back to summer 2017. The new security deal...
Airbus has joined the 13th edition of Milipol Qatar in Doha for the very first time to showcase its mission-critical collaboration and communication solutions. During the three-day exhibition taking place this week (15-17th March) Airbus will be demonstrating how its state-of-the-art technology and solutions such as...
Asian Banker magazine recently selected Qatar National Bank for having the “Best Biometrics Initiative, Application or Program in Qatar” for its use of iris recognition systems from Iris ID in some QNB branch ATMs. The bank is the largest financial institution in the Middle East and...
Uniview, a leading video surveillance manufacturer has provided a range of cutting-edge security technologies for the Transworld Group of companies in Qatar. Transworld is a shipping agency with offices across the region, including the UAE, Saudi, Oman, Kuwait, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Singapore, Pakistan and...
Milipol Qatar 2018 held under the patronage of H.H the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani concluded its 12th edition on October 31, 2018. The three-day show which was inaugurated by Prime Minister and Minister of Interior H.E. Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa...
The 12th edition of the leading homeland security and civil defence event will be the most comprehensive in the show’s history and will bring together thousands of industry professionals and thought leaders, according to its organisers, the Ministry of Interior (MOI) of the State of...
Cisco is to support Qatar’s efforts to drive digital transformation by participating in knowledge sharing sessions and workshops on the latest technology innovations at the fourth edition of QITCOM exhibition and conference, to be held at the Qatar National Convention Centre from March 6-8, 2017...
Iris ID, a leading provider of iris biometric technology has announced the Qatar National Bank (QNB) has begun using its Iris ID identity recognition solution to authenticate customers using the bank’s ATMs. The technology increases transaction security and convenience by allowing customers to have PIN-free...
The Ministry of Interior generated 11 contracts worth QR 260.05 million during Milipol Qatar 2016 which was held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center this week. The 11th edition, which also marks 20 years since the leading bi-annual event was first held in Doha, attracted 6538 visitors...
Milipol Qatar 2016, the leading event dedicated to homeland security in the Middle East, opens its doors today (31 October) for its 11th edition since launching in the Middle East in 1996. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Emir...
Qatar is set to award more than $22bn worth of new contracts in 2016 as it maintains its spending spree in advance of the FIFA 2022 World Cup. Details of these new projects, together with some of the challenges they represent, will be outlined at the...