By Sanjit Bardhan, Vice President & Head of Mobile, HID In recent years, the Middle East has witnessed a rapid transformation in the way we identify ourselves and access services. In the past, identity was tied to physical documents such as driver’s licenses and passports. With the rise of
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have consistently achieved high rankings in global cybersecurity maturity assessments. These accolades result from their effective implementation of cybersecurity regulations by governmental bodies and the introduction of initiatives to attract cybersecurity talent to the region. However, a recent global report from Trellix, a leading cybersecurity
The Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has equipped its taxis and school buses with automated engine fire suppression equipment. The system is designed to autonomously detect and extinguish fires, keeping both drivers and passengers safe. The fire suppression systems do not require the intervention of the driver. The system in taxis detects critically high temperatures and […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is actively formulating a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to counter digital threats and criminal activities over the next half-century. Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, the head of the UAE Cybersecurity Council, shared insights into this initiative, emphasizing its significance in enhancing the nation’s digital resilience and ability to
The UAE’s fire protection system market is projected to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2030, with an expected CAGR of 8.5% from 2023 to 2030, as reported by Grand Review Research. Analysts note a substantial increase in the demand for fire alarms and detectors in the residential sector in recent years. The region has also […]
By: Khalid Abdulrahman Al-Hammadi Engineer Khalid Abdulrahman Al-Hammadi, Head of the Metrology and Monitoring Department at Sira, provides an overview of his department’s responsibilities, sections, and efforts to ensure compliance with security standards and regulations in the Emirate of Dubai The Metrology and Controlling Department is one of the main departments at the
In an insightful Q&A session with a&s Middle East, Mr. Khalid Al Khatib, the visionary founder of NAFFCO, explores the pivotal role of knowledge, awareness, and R&D in fire prevention and response, shedding light on his company’s commitment to fostering these crucial aspects and bringing NAFFCO to the forefront of global fire protection. a&s Middle […]
ISS set out on a journey towards technological advancement in parallel with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, a transformative economic and social reform program. It plans to elevate the country‘s IT landscape by contributing a host of AI-driven innovations in a flourishing Middle Eastern market. Since it first arrived in Saudi Arabia in 2020, Intelligent Security […]
A manufacturing facility is a tough testing ground for any access control solution. By their nature, premises usually require multiple different types of lock, including a range of cylinder types and sizes, as well as padlocks. They often need locks which work both inside and outdoors. For this reason, many manufacturing plants retain traditional mechanical […]
In an insightful Q&A session with a&s Middle East, Mr. Khalid Al Khatib, the visionary founder of NAFFCO, explores the pivotal role of knowledge, awareness, and R&D in fire prevention and response, shedding light on his company’s commitment to fostering these crucial aspects and bringing NAFFCO to the forefront of global fire protection. a&s Middle […]



























