Global Physical Security Market to Reach $151.5 Billion by 2030

Editorial March 24, 2026

The global physical security market is projected to grow steadily through 2030, with demand being shaped by stronger infrastructure protection needs, tighter compliance requirements and broader adoption of advanced surveillance and access technologies According to Marketsandmarkets, the global

Bank Muscat and Dynatrace Launch Oman’s First Enterprise Command Center

Editorial March 24, 2026

Bank Muscat has partnered with Dynatrace to establish what it describes as Oman’s first enterprise command center, a move aimed at improving service continuity, observability and incident response across the bank’s digital operations Bank Muscat has announced a partnership with Dynatrace to establish Oman’s first enterprise command center, in a move designed to enhance

Middle East Faces Supply Chain Cyber Risk as Skills Gap Strains Defenses

Editorial March 24, 2026

A new Kaspersky study says understaffed security teams, competing priorities and weak contractor obligations are leaving many organizations in the Middle East exposed to supply chain and trusted-relationship attacks According to a Kaspersky press release published on March 23, a shortage of qualified cybersecurity professionals is among the main obstacles preventing

HID’s 2026 State of Security and Identity Report: Identity Convergence Drives New Focus on Trust, Protection and User Choice

Editorial March 24, 2026

New research highlights five trends shaping the identity landscape, alongside rising ethical and privacy concerns HID, a global leader in trusted identity solutions, has released its 2026 State of Security and Identity Report, revealing how organizations in the region and worldwide are reshaping their approach to identity management. Based on insights from more than 1,500

UAE Banks Move Beyond OTPs as App-Based Verification Nears Full Rollout

Editorial March 23, 2026

Khaleej Times reports that major UAE banks are replacing SMS and email one-time passwords with in-app verification as the sector moves to meet Central Bank security requirements by the end of March UAE banks are preparing to complete the transition away from SMS- and email-based one-time passwords, with app-based verification emerging as the new standard […]

Hexagon Appoints Members of Board for Octave

Editorial March 23, 2026

Hexagon AB has announced the appointment of the board of directors of its potential spin-off company, Octave Intelligence plc. The Octave Board brings together senior leaders with experience building and operating global technology platforms, scaling enterprise software businesses, strengthening operational resilience, and governing public companies across industrial and

UAE Cybersecurity Council Warns Remote Work Is Fueling a New Wave of Cyber Threats

Editorial March 23, 2026

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned that the expansion of remote and hybrid working is creating new openings for cybercriminals, with attacks linked to home-based digital environments rising sharply in recent years. In remarks carried by the state news agency WAM, the Council said cyber incidents associated with remote work have increased by more than […]

Kentixone: An All-In-One Physical Security and Real-Time Monitoring Platform Designed Just for Data Centers

Editorial March 23, 2026

Demand for data centers is growing at a remarkable rate. Data’s strategic importance to both commercial and non-commercial organizations makes physical security fundamental at these sites. In addition, national and regional regulations place ever more stringent requirements on in-house and co-location operators to take a secure approach to data management and protection

Group-IB Warns of Rising Fake Shipment Tracking Scam Across MEA

Editorial March 19, 2026

A new Group-IB analysis says fake delivery notifications are being used across the Middle East and Africa to steal personal and banking data, with attackers relying on local-looking SMS messages, spoofed sender IDs and highly interactive phishing pages Group-IB has warned that fake shipment tracking scams are gaining momentum across the MEA region, as cybercriminals […]

Magnus Expands Regional Portfolio With Honeywell Structured Cabling Distribution

Editorial March 18, 2026

Magnus has signed a distributorship agreement with Honeywell to supply structured cabling systems in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Oman, strengthening its networking and infrastructure offering in the Gulf Magnus has announced that it is now an authorized distributor of Honeywell structured cabling systems in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Oman. The company said the new agreement […]