Egypt Sets eKYC Rules for Digital Financial ID

Editorial August 30, 2026

New rules cover remote customer verification, electronic authentication, data protection and cybersecurity across Egypt’s banking sector. The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has approved new rules for its Digital Financial Identity platform, establishing a regulatory framework for electronic

Oman Plans $275M AI Special Economic Zone

Editorial August 30, 2026

Oman’s first dedicated AI special economic zone is expected to attract around RO 106 million ($275 million) in investment. Construction of the first phase is scheduled to begin in late 2027. The Artificial Intelligence Special Zone was established in Muscat under a Royal Decree in 2026. It will focus on artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, robotics […]

ESET Malware Scanner Now Available on AWS Marketplace

Editorial August 30, 2026

Organizations using AWS can now add ESET malware scanning to cloud applications and data flows without deploying a full endpoint security platform. Customers can now purchase and deploy ESET PRIVATE Scanning Solutions through AWS Marketplace using their existing AWS accounts. The technology scans files before they are stored, shared or processed. It can integrate with […]

Video Surveillance Storage Market to Reach $15.55B

Editorial August 29, 2026

The global video surveillance storage market is projected to grow from USD 10.93 billion in 2026 to USD 15.55 billion by 2031. The global video surveillance storage market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.3% through 2031, according to the latest MarketsandMarkets research. Growth is being driven by the expansion […]

Abu Dhabi Integrates Smart Ambulances into Emergency Response System

Editorial August 29, 2026

Abu Dhabi has introduced specialized smart ambulances to strengthen emergency response and coordination across its healthcare system. The Department of Health and Civil Defense Authority, in collaboration with the Public Health Centre, have unveiled the new fleet and integrated it into the Unified Medical Operations Centre (UOMC). The initiative is designed to connect

TokenAI to Release Horus Cyber Nano AI Model

Editorial August 29, 2026

Egypt-based company says its new AI model can help security teams find software weaknesses, review code and support simulated cyberattacks. TokenAI plans to release Horus Cyber Nano 1.0 on September 3, 2026. The company designed the model specifically for cybersecurity tasks, including secure code review, vulnerability analysis and red-team testing. Unlike a

Abu Dhabi Tests Patrol Boat for Waterway Monitoring

Editorial August 27, 2026

Photo: Adnan Uddin / Pexels The 23-foot vessel was tested for autonomous navigation, vessel detection, collision avoidance and compliance with international maritime rules. Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) has conducted a second field trial of an autonomous patrol boat developed by Blue Gulf Group to support monitoring operations across the

Advancis Releases WinGuard X5 App Version 2.0

Editorial August 27, 2026

The update brings a redesigned mobile interface, improved search and clearer event prioritization for WinGuard users. Advancis has released version 2.0 of the WinGuard X5 app for iOS and Android, adding a redesigned interface and usability improvements for mobile security operations, the company announced. The updated app introduces improved search for locations and

Genetec Expands Global Lead in Video Management Software

Editorial August 27, 2026

Independent research from Omdia and Novaira Insights shows Genetec gained further market share in 2025 as demand for video management software and VSaaS continued to grow. Genetec increased its share of the global video management software market in 2025, maintaining its position as the world’s leading vendor, according to independent research from Omdia and Novaira […]

Axis Joins Palo Alto Networks AI Defense Program

Editorial August 26, 2026

The collaboration will use network-level “virtual patches” to protect critical infrastructure and connected security devices from AI-accelerated exploits. Axis Communications has joined Palo Alto Networks’ Frontier AI Critical Defense Program as a founding partner, the company announced, as the security industry looks for ways to close the growing gap between vulnerability