On Monday morning, Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance experienced a cyberattack on its systems, which activated its security and protection protocols. According to the Kuwait News Agency, this incident led to the disconnection and isolation of hardware devices. The ministry reassured that the
Nuha, a virtual hospitality concierge, was released by UAE-based Address Hotels and Resorts, according to Gulf Business. It was developed in-house and made its first appearance at the Addres Downtown Hotel in Dubai. Address Hotels and Resorts is now the pioneering luxury hospitality group in the UAE to harness AI custom-designed for the hospitality sector. […]
What is IoT and why does it matter? Getting a right answer to this question means understanding how cloud, cybersecurity, unification, and AI can impact the success of your IoT journey. Source: Genetec, E-mail: editorial@asmideast.com Did you know that there will be a projected 30 billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices in use by 2030? […]
DIGITAL ISSUE EDITORIAL DIGITAL ISSUE EDITORIAL a&s ME: Your Passport to the Heart of Middle Eastern Security Welcome to the fourth edition of a&s Middle East magazine, your trusted source for the latest developments in the dynamic world of security and technology across the Middle East region. With this issue under our belt, want our […]
Although the first experimental implementations of smart glass date back to the 1960s, its mass commercial use began a few decades later. Due to its multiple applications in different verticals, this technology is attracting more attention today By: Nermin Kabahija; E-mail: redakcija@asadria.com Smart glass is also known as intelligent or electrochromic glass. It is a […]
H.E. Khalifa Ibrahim Al Saleis, CEO & Executive Director of SIRA, describes the laws and the security landscape of Dubai that are both moving forward at great speed The Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) is a Dubai government organization responsible for the regulation and supervision of the private security industry in Dubai. Its main aim is […]
Cyberattacks are increasingly common and costly, and all organizations are vulnerable. Last year, Statista reported that over 493.33 million ransomware attacks were detected by organizations worldwide, and Tekspace reported that global cyberattacks increased by 38% in 2022. IBM estimated that the global average data breach in 2022 cost $4.35 million Cyberattack protection
In an exclusive interview with a&s Middle East Bosch’s Onur Sönmez discusses the dynamic fire safety landscape across Turkey, the Middle East, and Africa, shedding light on the company’s thriving strategy anchored in responding to localized insights and market sensibilities. a&s Middle East: Can you provide an overview of the current market landscape
In an interview with a&s Middle East, AMAG Technology’s Mark Williams explores tailored security solutions and innovations for the Middle East region, including the challenges of localisation, unique machine learning technologies, and future trends revolving around frictionless access a&s Middle East: Can you provide an overview of AMAG Technology’s presence
In the ever-evolving landscape of security, reinventing your game all the time means staying ahead of the curve. At the International Security, National Resilience (ISNR) Exhibition 2024, security, fire safety, and cyber defense promise to converge in a groundbreaking event that offers a tantalizing glimpse into the future of the industry. ISNR 2024 is scheduled […]


























