ScreenCheck: Building Efficiency Through Interconnected Security

Editorial December 8, 2025

In today’s hyper-connected world, security has evolved from a gatekeeper into an enabler of efficiency ** ScreenCheck engineers interconnected ecosystems where access control, video analytics, alarm management, visitor management, and IoT sensors work together seamlessly. The result is smarter

Axis Communications: World’s First Object Detection Orchestra

Editorial December 8, 2025

Inside the lens of every camera, an evolutionary leap is taking place. Previously, humans would look through cameras to see things. Now, machine learning enables cameras to do it for them. Say hello to a new generation of intelligent monitoring and surveillance solutions, thanks to a technology that, ironically, can’t be seen. By: Sienna Cacan, […]

Qatar Partners with PwC and OpenAI to Build National AI Ecosystem

Editorial December 8, 2025

Doha signs landmark agreement to accelerate digital transformation through advanced AI infrastructure, testbeds, and innovation projects. Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has signed a cooperation agreement with PwC Middle East and OpenAI to advance the country’s national AI ecosystem. The partnership focuses on three pillars:

Abu Dhabi to Host 1st Emirates Congress on AI & Visionary Leadership in Transforming Healthcare Next March

Editorial December 8, 2025

Abu Dhabi will host the 1st Emirates International Congress on Artificial Intelligence and Visionary leadership in Transforming Healthcare from 28th to 29th March 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Co-organised in partnership with NCL Academy and support of the Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi), Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence and […]

CyberKnight and Horizon3.ai Announce Alliance to Deliver Offensive Security in MENA

Editorial December 8, 2025

CyberKnight, a value-added distributor, announced a strategic partnership with Horizon3.ai, a provider of offensive security solutions. The announcement was made on the first day of Black Hat, in the presence of Horizon3.ai’s Matt Percival, Regional Director for EMEA, and Tamer Odeh, Regional Sales Director, alongside CyberKnight’s Avinash Advani, CEO and Founder, and Wael

ASSA ABLOY: Ten Years of Rapid Change in Digital Access

Editorial December 8, 2025

The latest edition of ASSA ABLOY’s long-running Wireless Access Control Report shows a maturing market where digital and mobile solutions are becoming the norm. Alongside continuing trends such as wireless adoption, sustainability, and cloud services, the focus for many now turns to increasingly intelligent integrations and to demonstrating ROI to cement access

Advanced: Smoke Control – Growing Priority in the Middle East

Editorial December 8, 2025

Alongside rapid development in the Middle East, the region is experiencing fast growth in demand for fire safety products. Current trends in Saudi Arabia and the wider region show that UL-approved fire safety systems with integrated smoke control are gaining popularity, offering solutions suitable for both high-rise residential buildings and large commercial sites. By:

Genetec Predicts Top Physical Security Trends for 2026

Editorial December 8, 2025

Organizations will focus on flexibility, responsible AI, and unified connected systems to strengthen security and operational performance. Genetec, the global leader in enterprise physical security software, shared its top predictions for the physical security industry in 2026. Choice and flexibility will define the next phase of cloud adoption In 2026, the conversation

Saviynt Opens Dubai HQ to Strengthen Identity Security as AI Adoption Accelerates Across the Middle East

Editorial December 8, 2025

Strategic partnership with cybersecurity leader StarLink expands regional access to modern identity security solutions Saviynt, a leader in AI-powered identity security, today announced the opening of its new regional headquarters in Dubai and a strategic partnership with StarLink, one of the Middle East and Africa’s most prominent specialist cybersecurity distributors.

Google Cloud and MCIT Qatar Forge Renewed Strategic Alliance at MWC Doha

Editorial December 5, 2025

Formalizing a Strategic Framework to Propel Qatar National Vision 2030 with Secure Cloud and AI Foundation for Digital Transformation Google Cloud and the State of Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) today announced the formal renewal of their strategic Master Framework Agreement (MFA). Google Cloud and MCIT conducted the signing at MWC