Iris Biometrics Push Physical Security Beyond Keycards and PINs

Editorial July 9, 2025

Mohammed Murad, Vice President, Global Sales and Business Development, IRIS ID looks at the power of iris recognition and how it can secure data centres with biometric precision. No firewall or encryption protocol can protect a data center if an unauthorized person gains physical access. While

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

Rising Threat of Cyber Attacks in the Middle East

Editorial January 20, 2025

Amid rapid digital transformation and geopolitical tensions, the Middle East emerges as a global cyber battleground, where the race to secure critical infrastructure and strategic assets defines both vulnerabilities and opportunities for the region. By: Dr. Arijana Trkulja The Middle East has become a focal point for cyberattacks due to its geopolitical significance,

Nx EVOS: Pioneering the World’s First Enterprise Video Operating System

Editorial June 23, 2024

In this blog post, we introduce the concept of an Enterprise Video Operating System (EVOS), what it is, and what it means for Nx and the industry now and moving forward. For those of you keeping up to date with Nx, you may have noticed some recent changes, especially evident in our recent website redesign. Previously […]

Reliable Digital Access Requires Mechanical Innovation and Experience

Editorial June 15, 2024

Kelly Gill, Chief Technology Officer at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA, discusses the critical role of mechanical technology as an enabler for the latest innovations in digital access. A rapid process of digitalization in access and security technologies is underway. But electronics are not a replacement for – but a complement to – robust, secure, […]

How ASSA ABLOY is Paving the Way for Sustainable Buildings

Editorial May 16, 2024

In the heart of Dubai, a city known for its futuristic skyline, the push for sustainability is more critical than ever. Buildings are at the forefront of this movement, with the International Energy Agency (IEA) noting that they consume about 30% of global energy. But what if I told you that the choice of access […]

Cam-Motion Ensures Everyone Can Open Door Without Struggle

Editorial April 24, 2024

Can everyone who passes through your building open its doors in comfort? Even elderly, very young or less-able building users? Struggling to open or close a door can be inconvenient, annoying and embarrassing. Difficult doors build a barrier to access. Instead of making a building open and welcoming, they shut many users out – literally. And […]

Five Cybersecurity Trends That Will Shape 2024 and Beyond

Editorial April 3, 2024

By: Al Zabian, Managing Partner, Middle East & Africa at DXC Technology  If someone were to tell you that dueling AI bots, rogue avatars and digital warfare would be a staple of 2024, you might not want to leave the house. But then cybercriminals are also expected to target critical infrastructure that could see your […]

Aldra Alameen: From Middle East to Global Markets

Editorial March 6, 2024

Through its unwavering focus on reaching exceptional outcomes paired with its ability to forecast future trends in security needs, the company solidifies its vital role in providing crucial strategic support amidst times of unpredictability and intricacy By: Victor Bomfim victor@aldrasecurity.ae Aldra Alameen is an undeniable leader in innovative security solutions within

Revolutionising Security: What Do We Do About the Unknown?

Editorial March 5, 2024

By: Dr. Radek Dzik In an era where security threats loom large and the need for robust surveillance is paramount, traditional methods of security have proven increasingly inadequate. However, with the advent of iSentry, a groundbreaking 4th generation video analytics technology from the UK-based AI company IntelexVision, the paradigm is shifting from reactive to proactive