Video Walls in 2025: LED, IP, and Automation Take Over

Editorial May 7, 2025

The visualization segment of security and control rooms has seen significant development over the past few years. What began as a simple array of LCD panels has evolved into sophisticated LED displays, supported by IP networks, centralized management, and automated decision-making mechanisms.

Resilient Yet Challenged: How the UAE Navigates the Digital Battlefield

Editorial May 7, 2025

As threats grow more sophisticated, the United Arab Emirates stands at the forefront of global cyber defenses. By wielding cutting-edge AI technologies and strategic frameworks, the UAE confronts a volatile landscape of AI-powered attacks and ransomware, turning challenges into opportunities for technological resilience. By: Mirza Bahić The United Arab Emirates has

Axis AI Effect and Data Centers: Supporting Growth in Digital Infrastructure

Editorial March 7, 2025

The digital infrastructure sector is set for explosive growth. Demand for electronic services is likely to double over the next decade, and the worldwide data-center industry could triple in size over the same period to meet this expanded need. Much of that infrastructure powers the day-to-day services that the world has come to rely on, but […]

When Guns Speak, Security Listens

Editorial January 20, 2025

Acoustic gunshot detection systems are revolutionizing community safety by enabling swift, accurate responses to armed violence. From cutting response times in high-risk areas to shaping urban security strategies, this technology redefines modern protection—proving that sound can be as powerful as sight in the fight against crime. By: Mirza Bahic Gunshots have long been an

Ethical Perimeter Protection Balances Safety and Responsibility

Editorial January 15, 2025

Perimeter protection is evolving to meet the demands of safety, sustainability, and ethical responsibility without compromising security. Perimeter protection systems have long been a cornerstone of security solutions, offering robust defense mechanisms against unauthorized access and potential threats. However, the field is undergoing significant scrutiny and

Security 50: Optimism prevails as security returns to growth trajectory

Editorial November 29, 2024

Looking back at 2023, we can see the security industry operated in a world that saw overall growth. According to the World Bank, the average gross domestic product (GDP) for the world in 2023 grew 2.6 percent year-on-year. For advanced economies, the United States performed more prominently than the rest, rising 2.5 percent year-on-year. Emerging […]

Empowerment, Innovation, and Collaboration Drive Our Success in the Middle East

Editorial November 27, 2024

Speaking to a&s Middle East, Bilal Chehime delves into Gallagher’s transformative approach to security technology and discusses how the company is addressing emerging challenges in the MENA region through its own business philosophy. By: Mirza Bahic E-mail: mirza.bahic@asmideast.com a&s Middle East: You have been at the helm of Gallagher for almost two

ONVIF Will Keep Footage Authentic in the AI Era

Editorial November 27, 2024

In a conversation with a&s Middle East, Leo Levit, Chairman of the Steering Committee of ONVIF, delves into the challenges posed by generative AI to video integrity, the innovative measures ONVIF is implementing to safeguard video evidence, and the future of authentication standards in an evolving security landscape. Piše: Orhan Hadzagic

Qatar’s Rapid Digital Growth Opens Doors to Cyber Attacks

Editorial November 4, 2024

By Mirza Bahić As Qatar’s rapid digitization fuels its transformation, the nation faces rising cyber threats, with over 5.1 million attacks in 2022 alone, prompting the launch of the National Cyber Security Strategy 2024-2030 to solidify its position as a global leader in cybersecurity. As Qatar embarks on a rapid journey towards becoming a fully […]

Five Guinness World Records Are Testament to Our Cybersecurity Excellence

Editorial October 17, 2024

In an interview with a&s Middle East, Eng Badar Al Salehi, Head of Oman National CERT and the ITU-Arab Regional Cybersecurity Center, discusses the significance of cybersecurity in the Middle East’s digital economy, global collaborations, and the objectives of aligning cybersecurity with Oman’s Vision 2040 By: Mirza Bahić a&s Middle East: What are the key