Black Hat MEA 2024: Riyadh Ascends as a Global Cybersecurity Hub with Record-Breaking Event

Editorial November 13, 2024

The annual Black Hat Middle East and Africa (Black Hat MEA) summit, the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity event and considered the global stage for Cybersecurity, has propelled Riyadh into a world leader within the industry, securing a spot alongside the more established Black Hat shows in

Cyber Security Council, Immersive Labs Strengthen UAE Defence of 25 Organisations

Editorial November 7, 2024

The Cyber Security Council and Immersive Labs, the leader in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the successful completion of their recent Dubai Cyber Drill that reinforced UAE enterprises’ cybersecurity posture against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) threats. The event included attendees from 25 major organisations representing various sectors –

Saudi Arabia National Cybersecurity Authority Continues to Receive Tier 2 License Applications to Provide MSOC Services

Editorial November 1, 2024

Saudi Arabia National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) is continuing to receive Tier 2 license applications to provide Managed Security Operations Center (MSOC) services. This tier allows the service provider to provide MSOC services to all organizations, excluding government organizations and organizations that own, operate, or host CNIs. This initiative is part of NCA’s

Zenitel Launches Zenitel Connect Pro: New Standard for Cyber Security

Editorial October 29, 2024

Zenitel, a global leader in Unified Critical Communication solutions, proudly announces the launch of Zenitel Connect Pro, the industry’s first critical communication solution that unifies all types of audio communication solutions, helping to bring safety, security, operational, and infotainment communication needs under one platform. Cybersecurity demands are fundamental

How Saudi Arabia Is Turning Cybersecurity into Economic Engine

Editorial September 27, 2024

Growing recognition of cybersecurity as a vital economic driver has pushed the sector’s expansion in the Kingdom beyond the usual confines of national security, making it foster innovation, encourage investment, and create job opportunities The cybersecurity sector in Saudi Arabia is witnessing substantial growth. Now, that would be just an ordinary headline to make

UAE Recognized as Global Leader in Cybersecurity Efforts

Editorial September 14, 2024

The UAE has been named a global leader in cybersecurity in the recently released Global Cybersecurity Index 2024. The report, compiled by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a UN agency focused on information and communication technology, ranked the UAE in the highest “Tier One” category, recognizing countries considered role models in the field.

CyberKnight Elevates Saudi Cybersecurity at MENA ISC 2024

Editorial September 9, 2024

CyberKnight is proud to reinforce its strategic role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity landscape as the Official Distribution Partner – Diamond Sponsor at the MENA ISC 2024. This 12th edition of the conference, themed “Hyper-resilient cyber: Navigating the Evolving Threat Landscape of the Interconnected world of IT, OT, IoT, IIoT and Hybrid Cloud”, will take […]

UAE Cybersecurity Council Enhances Government Cyber Skills through ‘Cyber Sniper’ Initiative

Editorial September 9, 2024

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has successfully completed a new series of specialized courses under the “Cyber Sniper” initiative. This comprehensive program, launched in partnership with the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) and leading international cybersecurity experts, aims to enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of UAE government

Kuwait and UAE Strengthen Cybersecurity Cooperation with New MoU

Editorial September 4, 2024

Kuwait’s National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) Chief, Major General Engineer Mohammad Bouarki, praised the recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed with the UAE as a significant step in combating cyber threats. The agreement focuses on sharing intelligence, enhancing cybersecurity training, and fostering collaboration in organizing cyber exercises. Bouarki

UAE Cyber Security Council Warns of Online Fraud Risks as Students Head Back to School

Editorial September 2, 2024

The UAE Cyber Security Council has issued a warning regarding the potential risks of online fraudsters targeting students and parents during the back-to-school season. According to a recent post on the Council’s official account on X.com (formerly Twitter), cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting this period to launch phishing attacks and other fraudulent schemes