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Qatar NCSA warning about sharing boarding pass QR codes

Qatar NCSA warns against sharing boarding passes

Editorial August 15, 2026

Video still: NCSA Qatar Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency has warned travelers against posting boarding pass images online, citing the risk of exposing personal and travel information. The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has advised travelers not to share photographs of boarding

Fixed fire and gas detector installed at an industrial refinery

Fixed fire and gas detection market to hit $10.86B

Editorial August 15, 2026

The global fixed fire and gas detection systems market is forecast to grow from $7.84 billion in 2026 to $10.86 billion by 2031, driven by industrial safety investments, stricter regulation and the modernization of high-risk facilities. According to a new MarketsandMarkets report, the market is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) […]

AI-powered border security checkpoint with CCTV surveillance

Arab security leaders call for AI-powered border systems

Editorial August 14, 2026

Regional security authorities are pushing for greater use of integrated surveillance, secure communications and artificial intelligence across land borders, airports and seaports. The recommendations were issued at the conclusion of the 18th Arab Conference for Heads of Borders, Airports and Port Security, held at the headquarters of the General Secretariat of the Council

Optex OVS-01SG solar-friendly vehicle detection sensor

Optex launches solar-friendly vehicle sensor

Editorial August 14, 2026

Photo: OPTEX Optex has launched the OVS-01SG, a low-power vehicle detection sensor designed for solar-powered gates, barriers and vehicle access control points. According to Optex, the OVS-01SG Solar-Friendly Virtual Loop Vehicle Detection Sensor is intended for applications including residential driveway gates, commercial entrances, vehicle access control points and other

Oil refinery illustrating cybersecurity risks across energy infrastructure

GlobalData highlights cyber risks across energy supply chains

Editorial August 14, 2026

Photo: Tom Fisk / Pexels Energy companies face growing cybersecurity risks as digitalization, IT/OT convergence and reliance on third-party suppliers expand the attack surface across critical infrastructure, according to GlobalData. A new GlobalData Strategic Intelligence report examines how cybersecurity affects major energy-sector challenges, including digitalization,

Qatar NCSA strengthens data security compliance

Editorial August 13, 2026

Qatar’s National Cyber Security Agency is expanding training on data classification and information assurance as part of efforts to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities across the country. The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) has conducted specialized cybersecurity training focused on data governance, information security and the protection of critical digital

Red Sea Global, SAIS partner on tourism security

Editorial August 13, 2026

Red Sea Global has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Authority for Industrial Security (SAIS) to strengthen tourism security capabilities, standards and workforce development in the Kingdom. According to an official announcement by Red Sea Security, the agreement establishes a framework for developing security regulations and standards,

HID mobile access credential used with an access control reader

HID: Mobile access won’t replace physical cards

Editorial August 13, 2026

Mobile credentials are gaining ground in physical access control, but HID says that does not mean traditional cards are on their way out. Instead, the company expects mobile and physical credentials to coexist as organizations adapt access strategies to different users, environments and security requirements. In a recent analysis of mobile access trends, HID argues […]

AI Security Operations Center market growth from $18.1 billion in 2026 to $47.07 billion by 2031

AI SOC market to reach $47 billion by 2031

Editorial August 12, 2026

The global AI Security Operations Center market is projected to more than double over the next five years as organizations turn to artificial intelligence to manage increasingly complex cyber threats and security environments. According to a new MarketsandMarkets report, the AI Security Operations Center (SOC) market is expected to grow from USD 18.10 billion in […]

Hanwha Vision representatives holding the BSI IT Security Label certificate

Hanwha Vision cameras receive BSI IT Security Label

Editorial August 12, 2026

Photo: Hanwha Vision Selected Hanwha Vision Wisenet 9 network cameras have received the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) IT Security Label, recognizing compliance with established cybersecurity requirements for connected devices. According to Hanwha Vision, the BSI granted the label to 41 network cameras from selected Wisenet 9 X and P Series models.