UAE Issues New Policies to Boost Cybersecurity

Editorial July 29, 2024

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has announced new policies aimed at enhancing the nation’s cybersecurity, according to a statement given to the Emirates News Agency (WAM). These policies are designed to bolster the country’s defense against cyber threats and ensure the security of its

How Schools Can Save Time, Money and Headaches With Digital Access Solution

Editorial July 26, 2024

Pupils and teachers, maintenance teams and cleaning contractors, visitors, parents and many others… All kinds of people move into and around a school, all day, every day. By digitalizing access, instead of using mechanical keys, schools can control who comes and goes more efficiently and effectively.  In a sector where budgets are often under pressure […]

Intersec Saudi Arabia Confirms Patronage for Largest Edition to Date

Editorial July 25, 2024

Intersec Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia’s leading trade fair for safety, security, and fire protection, will be held under the patronage of the High Commission of Industrial Security and in association with the Ministry of Interior and Saudi Civil Defence. The announcement comes after organiser 1st Arabia, under license by Messe Frankfurt, revealed that the 2024 […]

National Cybersecurity Authority Holds Cybersecurity Awareness Session for SPA Employees

Editorial July 24, 2024

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) conducted a cybersecurity awareness session yesterday for Saudi Press Agency (SPA) employees. This initiative is part of the NCA’s ongoing efforts to enhance cybersecurity awareness among national entities and foster a robust cybersecurity culture in Saudi Arabia. According to SPA reporting the session aimed to highlight the

Abu Dhabi Airport and ICP Launch World’s First Biometric Smart Travel System

Editorial July 22, 2024

Abu Dhabi International Airport, in collaboration with the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP), has launched the world’s first comprehensive biometric smart travel system. This pioneering initiative aims to streamline the travel experience by utilizing advanced biometric technologies, allowing passengers to move seamlessly

Zenitel Announces New Full Member Position with ONVIF

Editorial July 22, 2024

Zenitel, the leading supplier of intelligent critical communication solutions, announces that it is now a full member of ONVIF, an organization that provides and promotes standardized interfaces for effective interoperability of IP-based physical security products. ONVIF membership is open to manufacturers, software developers, consultants, system integrators, end users,

ASSA ABLOY to Acquire SKIDATA

Editorial July 22, 2024

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire SKIDATA, an international leading provider of access management solutions. “I am very pleased to welcome the SKIDATA team into the ASSA ABLOY Group. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to grow our business in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” Nico […]

NCA launches the Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants Initiative

Editorial July 22, 2024

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has announced the launch of the “Cybersecurity Research and Innovation Pioneers Grants Initiative”. The initiative aims to empower outstanding researchers and innovators to ignite the development of breakthrough research and disruptive innovations for present and emerging cybersecurity challenges and accelerate their impact at the

RTA Wins SAS UAE Award for Innovative Transportation AI Use Cases

Editorial July 22, 2024

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been honoured with the SAS UAE Award in the category of Innovative Transportation AI Use Cases. This recognition acknowledges RTA’s efforts in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) in research and development related to traffic management solutions, as well as developing numerous AI-based solutions and initiatives

UAE Cybersecurity Council: No Cyber Attacks Reports Following Global IT Outage

Editorial July 22, 2024

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has confirmed no indications of cyber attacks or breaches following the global technical outage with CrowdStrike software that affected electronic systems across various strategic sectors worldwide. In a statement on Friday, the Cybersecurity Council advised caution to avoid potential exploitation of the technical glitch by cyber criminals.