UAE’s Unified Approach to Public Safety Featured at Intersec 2025

Editorial January 15, 2025

As urbanisation accelerates and security challenges become more complex, the UAE is redefining security management through unified Command & Control Centres (CCCs), a key focus of the Security Leader’s Summit at Intersec 2025. Traditionally, command centres in sectors such as policing,

Revolutionary Embodied Carbon Calculator Launched at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East as UAE Targets Net Zero by 2050

Editorial January 15, 2025

The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), the leading authority and standard setter on building services engineering, has launched TM65 UAE a new guide for calculating embodied carbon in building services, at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East. The launch took place yesterday on the opening day of the Smart Building Summit, which unites […]

Technological Advancements are Enhancing Threat Detection at Large-scale Events, Says Security Expert at Intersec 2025

Editorial January 15, 2025

The future of global event security and the critical balance between opportunities and risks were spotlighted during today’s Intersec 2025 Security Leader’s Summit. The event brought together security professionals and industry leaders from around the world to explore the latest challenges and innovations in safeguarding major international events. Event security

Managing AI Agents and Disinformation Security in Focus at Intersec 2025

Editorial January 14, 2025

Tackling one of the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity – the growing risks posed by Agentic AI and disinformation – was a key focus at the inaugural CISO Business Briefing, part of Intersec 2025, where the security industry’s top leaders convened earlier today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). In the session titled ‘Mitigating […]

H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer Officially Opens Light + Intelligent Building Middle East 2025

Editorial January 14, 2025

H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has officially inaugurated the 18th edition of Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, the leading event in the region for the lighting and building technology industries. The show will be held until 16 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre […]

Genetec to Showcase Top Growth Drivers and Latest Innovations in Physical Security Solutions at Intersec 2025

Editorial January 13, 2025

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, will demonstrate the latest innovations in advanced physical security solutions designed to meet the region’s evolving needs at Intersec 2025 The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) physical security market is expected to reach USD 3.0 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of […]

26th edition of Intersec opens in Dubai Tomorrow, Showcasing Innovations Shaping Global Safety and Security

Editorial January 13, 2025

The 26th edition of Intersec, the world’s biggest business event mapping the future of security, safety and fire protection, opens tomorrow (Tuesday, January 14) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this year’s event will be the largest and most […]

Sustainable Innovation and Transformative Technology to Shine at the Largest Edition of Light + Intelligent Building Middle East

Editorial January 10, 2025

Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, the region’s leading event for lighting and building technology, will be held next week from 14-16 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The 2024 edition broke previous records, welcoming 14,388 visitors and 417 exhibitors. This year’s show is poised to build on this success, featuring over 440 exhibitors […]

Harmonising People, Processes, and Technology is Crucial for Organisational Security in Middle East

Editorial January 9, 2025

Achieving security harmony requires a comprehensive framework that balances people, processes, and technology to address the complexities of modern organisational security. In the Middle East, where regulatory landscapes, cultural nuances, and geopolitical risks create unique challenges, this approach has proven essential for safeguarding assets and ensuring operational

Regional Experts to Shed Light on Cybersecurity in Smart Buildings at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East

Editorial January 9, 2025

As smart cities continue to redefine urban living through connected technologies, the importance of adopting robust cybersecurity measures has become paramount. This critical issue will be under the spotlight at the Smart Building Summit at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East from 14-16 January, when experts will share key insights on how smart buildings and […]