DEWA Partners with Fortinet to Enhance Cyber Security and Protect Smart Infrastructure

Editorial October 2, 2025

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed a long-term partnership agreement with Fortinet, a leading global company specialising in cyber security, network solutions, and firewalls. The move is part of DEWA’s ongoing efforts to enhance smart infrastructure and protect its digital

ASSA ABLOY: Why Door Closers Matter in Smart Buildings

Editorial October 2, 2025

Smart buildings adopt a connected approach to managing and monitoring who enters and exits them. For almost every user, whether visitor, staff, or contractor, the building journey begins with a door. A 2025 report by analysts Memoori suggests that the global IoT market in commercial buildings will grow to $101 billion (€87.5 billion) by 2030, […]

Staying Secure in Today’s Digital Landscape

Editorial October 2, 2025

Kelly Gill, SVP & CTO, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA, explores today’s regulatory environment, including NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act, and what the access control industry must do to remain digitally secure. In today’s connected world, attacks are more likely to target digital than physical entry points. From ransomware and firmware tampering to remote […]

Saudi Arabia and UN Announce Global Initiative for Capacity Building in Cyberspace

Editorial October 1, 2025

A worldwide shortage of 2.8 million cybersecurity professionals and the skills gaps reported by 43% of information security executives The Global Initiative for Capacity Building in Cyberspace was announced today at the Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF) Annual Meeting 2025 in Riyadh, marking a collaboration between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations (UN).

NFPA Highlights Electric Vehicle Risks at Intersec Saudi Arabia

Editorial October 1, 2025

The growth of EVs and their related fire risks was addressed yesterday at the Fire Protection & Technology Summit at Intersec Saudi Arabia by Mike Brunzell, VP of Global Business Development, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). According to research from the International Energy Agency (IEA), EV adoption is accelerating worldwide, with global sales exceeding

Suprema Earns First CE RED Cybersecurity Certification in Access Control Industry

Editorial October 1, 2025

Suprema, a global leader in AI-powered access control and security solutions, announced that its AI-based facial authentication access control devices have obtained CE RED certification under the European Union (EU)’s updated Radio Equipment Directive (RED), which now includes stricter cybersecurity requirements. Public sources and Suprema’s own research indicate that no

CPX Appoints Andrea Multari as Vice President of Cyber Defense

Editorial October 1, 2025

CPX Holding, a leading provider of cutting-edge cyber and physical security solutions and services, announced the appointment of Andrea Multari as the new Vice President of Cyber Defense, effective immediately. With more than 25 years of experience leading complex IT and cybersecurity programs across Europe and the Middle East, Andrea brings deep expertise in strategy,

Global Fire Safety Expert Shares Lessons from Grenfell at Intersec Saudi Arabia

Editorial October 1, 2025

Jim Pauley, CEO of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), opened a dedicated NFPA Day at Intersec Saudi Arabia yesterday, with a reflection on the global impact of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in London The NFPA day was part of the three-day Fire Protection & Technology Summit at Intersec Saudi Arabia, which is taking […]

FIREX Egypt 2025 Set to Showcase Cutting-Edge Fire Safety Solutions in Cairo

Editorial October 1, 2025

Cairo is preparing to host the fifth edition of FIREX Egypt, the region’s only dedicated fire safety exhibition and conference, running from 14–16 October 2025 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center. The three-day event will gather manufacturers, distributors, integrators, consultants, and end-users from across North Africa to explore the latest technologies in

Abu Dhabi Invests $3.54bn to Become World’s First AI-native Government by 2027

Editorial October 1, 2025

Abu Dhabi to showcase TAMM 4.0 at GITEX 2025 as it scales AI across 40 entities, backed by AED13bn ($3.54bn) investment to build the world’s first AI-native government Abu Dhabi is accelerating its transformation into the world’s first AI-native government by 2027, supported by an investment of AED13 billion ($3.54 billion). The Department of Government […]