Black Hat MEA 2024: Riyadh Ascends as a Global Cybersecurity Hub with Record-Breaking Event

Editorial November 13, 2024

The annual Black Hat Middle East and Africa (Black Hat MEA) summit, the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity event and considered the global stage for Cybersecurity, has propelled Riyadh into a world leader within the industry, securing a spot alongside the more established Black Hat shows in

Saudi Arabia’s Private Security Market Set for Robust Growth Amidst Economic Expansion and Vision 2030 Goals

Editorial November 13, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s private security market was valued at $2.839 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $5.675 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual rate of 8.0% from 2024 to 2032, said the Astitute Analitica report. The sector is experiencing rapid growth in 2023, fuelled by significant economic development and government initiatives. This […]

ASSA ABLOY Acquires Lawrence Doors in the US

Editorial November 12, 2024

ASSA ABLOY has acquired Lawrence Doors, a US manufacturer of coiling steel doors, grilles and counter shutters. “I am very pleased to welcome Lawrence Doors into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico […]

ONVIF Launches New Online Learning Initiative

Editorial November 12, 2024

ONVIF has released the first course in a new online learning initiative designed to promote greater knowledge and understanding of the workings of ONVIF. The new “Introduction to ONVIF” course offers a comprehensive overview of how the organisation and its standardised interfaces work for the interoperability of IP-based physical security products and services. “With

Hikvision Unveils New Range of One-stop SMB Solutions

Editorial November 11, 2024

Hikvision has upgraded its support for installers by providing a range of one-stop solutions tailored for common small- and medium-sized businesses (SMB) scenarios. These make it easier for installers to grow their businesses with customizable, all-in-one packages. A new SMB section on the Hik-Partner Pro platform enables installers to match product combinations, generate

Equinix and Omantel Officially Open Salalah SN1, the Second Carrier Neutral Data Center in Oman

Editorial November 11, 2024

Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world’s digital infrastructure company™, has officially opened its state-of-the-art data center in Salalah, Oman, establishing a significant new interconnectivity hub that will transform global data flows. Strategically located in the coastal city of Salalah, the new data center – SN1 – is built in cooperation with Omantel, a

Intersec 2025 to Drive Road Safety as Critical Sustainability Issue in UAE

Editorial November 11, 2024

As the UAE continues to grow as a global hub for innovation and business, road safety remains a vital component of its social sustainability agenda. In year four of the Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030 to halve road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030, Intersec 2025 will feature influential […]

Cyber Security Council, Immersive Labs Strengthen UAE Defence of 25 Organisations

Editorial November 7, 2024

The Cyber Security Council and Immersive Labs, the leader in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the successful completion of their recent Dubai Cyber Drill that reinforced UAE enterprises’ cybersecurity posture against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) threats. The event included attendees from 25 major organisations representing various sectors –

Innovative Achievement in Security Awarded to ASSA ABLOY Digital Access Solution

Editorial November 7, 2024

ASSA ABLOY’s innovative new mobile access solution has won yet another prestigious industry award. At October’s Detektor International Awards, ABLOY CUMULUS received the 2024 prize for Innovative Achievement in IoT & Security. Chosen from among hundreds of products reviewed over the course of the year by Detektor experts, ABLOY CUMULUS “streamlines access management

ONVIF Launches New Online Learning Initiative

Editorial November 7, 2024

ONVIF®, the leading global standardization initiative for IP-based physical security products, has released the first course in a new online learning initiative designed to promote greater knowledge and understanding of the workings of ONVIF. The new “Introduction to ONVIF” course offers a comprehensive overview of how the organization and its standardized interfaces work