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Tackling Persistent Threats in Public Safety Systems

Editorial June 30, 2025

A new report from the Public Safety Threat Alliance (PSTA) threat intelligence team, titled “Public Safety Threat Report: How threat actors maintain access in public safety systems,” sheds crucial light on an often-overlooked phase of cyber attacks. The report examines the techniques

Global Anti-drone Industry to Reach Over $14.5 Billion by 2030

Editorial June 30, 2025

The global anti-drone market will reach USD 14.51 billion by 2030 from USD 4.48 billion in 2025, registering a CAGR of 26.5% from 2025 to 2030, according to the latest reports from research company, Marketandmarkets. The global anti-drone market is primarily driven by escalating security concerns over the unauthorised and potentially malicious use of drones […]

Digital Access, Secret to More Flexible Management of Gen-Z student Accommodation

Editorial June 27, 2025

Almost everyone attending university for the first time is now a digital native. They expect the convenience – and trust the security – that digital solutions provide. Among other things, they prioritize the mobile experience across almost every platform*. Access should be no different. Of course, access management at student premises has long faced a […]

UAE Banks Grapple With Sophisticated Cyber Threats: Khaleej Times Reports Rise in AI-Driven Attacks

Editorial June 27, 2025

The United Arab Emirates’ banking and financial sector is confronting an alarming rise in cyber threats, with cybercriminals leveraging advanced artificial intelligence to execute highly targeted phishing and extortion campaigns. This revelation came during the FutureSec Summit 2025, hosted in Dubai by Khaleej Times, where cybersecurity experts raised urgent concerns about

Xpro Readers – Access Control with Style and Intelligence

Editorial June 27, 2025

Xpro, the new generation of readers from XPR, combines advanced technology, elegant design, and more flexible installation than ever before. Designed for those who want more than just the basics. What’s included in the Xpro range? Xpro readers combine sophisticated design, advanced technology, and a multi-technology architecture – ideal for modern installations. All models

ICT Announces Martin Vermaak as New Chief Operating Officer

Editorial June 27, 2025

Integrated Control Technology (ICT®), a leading provider of intelligent access control, intrusion detection, building automation, and security solutions, is pleased to announce Martin Vermaak as the new Chief Operating Officer at ICT. As ICT continues to expand its global footprint, the company’s executive leadership remains focused on making strategic investments that

KSA: Jeraisy Electronic Services launches SASE Services powered by Huawei

Editorial June 27, 2025

Jeraisy Electronic Services (JES), a leading Service Provider (ISP) company in Saudi Arabia, launched SASE services powered by Huawei at an event in Riyadh, marking a new chapter in its strategic network security collaboration and driving significant momentum toward Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. Abdulrahman Khaled Aljeraisy, GM of Jeraisy Electronic Services,

AIREV, Tenstorrent Unite to Launch Advanced Agentic AI Stack for Enterprise, Sovereign Use

Editorial June 27, 2025

Source: WAM AIREV, a fast-growing UAE AI startup, has entered a strategic partnership with Tenstorrent, the US-based AI chip company, to co-develop and deploy a high-performance agentic AI stack designed for enterprise and sovereign use. This move represents a defining moment for UAE-born AI going global—with US hardware integration validating the scalability, maturity,

Beyond the Hype: A Strong Case for Human-Centric AI in Security

Editorial June 26, 2025

The security industry must cut through the AI hype and recognize why artificial intelligence in physical security requires human oversight to bridge the gap between marketing promises and operational reality. In response to Mirza Bahić’s article “AI in Security: Balancing Between Digital Savior and Snake Oil,” published in a&s Middle East, COM-SUR

Suprema Strengthens Data Security for the Cloud and AI Era

Editorial June 25, 2025

Suprema has renewed its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27701 certifications, reinforcing its commitment to data security and privacy in the age of cloud and AI technologies. The company also retains the CSA STAR certification, validating its cloud security standards. These certifications cover the full product lifecycle—from design to service—and ensure compliance with