Smart Makkah Plans Put Crowd Monitoring at the Center of Future Mobility

Editorial April 2, 2026

Makkah’s planned airport and metro projects are taking shape alongside the city’s broader Smart Makkah program, where AI-driven crowd monitoring is becoming a central tool for managing pilgrim movement, easing congestion, and improving safety around the holy sites Plans for Makkah’s future

Sophos Survey Finds Trust Gap Is Reshaping Cybersecurity Decisions

Editorial April 2, 2026

A new Sophos report suggests trust has become one of the cybersecurity sector’s biggest weak points in 2026, with most IT leaders struggling to assess vendors and many linking low confidence to higher operational risk and greater pressure to change providers Trust is becoming a defining issue in cybersecurity purchasing and operations, according to new […]

Dubai Orders Unified Digital Services Platform Within One Year

Editorial April 1, 2026

Dubai has directed all government entities to integrate services for individuals and businesses into a unified digital ecosystem within one year, a move that links service efficiency more closely with data integration, AI, and secure digital infrastructure. Dubai has ordered all government entities to integrate services for individuals and businesses into a unified digital

Keenfinity Expands PRAESENSA Line With New Router Amplifier for Voice Alarm Projects

Editorial April 1, 2026

Keenfinity Group has introduced the PRA-AR616 router amplifier for its PRAESENSA platform, targeting voice evacuation and essential-zone applications where integrators need to balance compliance, reliability, and cost efficiency Keenfinity Group has unveiled the PRA-AR616 router amplifier, a new addition to its PRAESENSA public address and voice alarm portfolio, designed

Motorola Solutions joins Cyber Threat Alliance in Push to Strengthen Public Safety Cyber Resilience

Editorial April 1, 2026

Motorola Solutions has joined the Cyber Threat Alliance as its newest member and the first company from the safety and security technology sector, a move that signals deeper convergence between physical security operations and cyber threat intelligence Motorola Solutions has joined the Cyber Threat Alliance (CTA), becoming the nonprofit group’s newest member and its first

Advanced Lands Three 2026 FSM Awards Shortlists

Editorial April 1, 2026

The fire safety manufacturer has been shortlisted in three categories at the 2026 Fire & Security Matters Awards, with the nominations highlighting product innovation, customer support, and sustainability progress Advanced has been shortlisted in three categories at the 2026 Fire & Security Matters Awards, according to the company’s announcement. The nominations

UAE, Bahrain Launch One-Point Travel Pilot Built on Biometric Pre-Clearance

Editorial April 1, 2026

New cross-border initiative allows eligible travelers to complete entry procedures before departure, pointing to a broader Gulf push toward faster, more integrated, and security-driven airport processing The UAE and Bahrain have launched the pilot phase of a new one-point air travel initiative that uses biometric verification, electronic connectivity and advanced passenger

Genetec Highlights Why Physical Security Must Be Part of IT’s Network Strategy in the Middle East

Editorial April 1, 2026

Genetec is urging organizations across the Middle East to integrate physical security systems into their broader IT network strategies as digital transformation accelerates and cyber threats grow more sophisticated Across the Middle East, governments and enterprises are investing heavily in smart cities, critical infrastructure, transportation, energy, and large-scale

Core42 Appoints Former Microsoft Executive Sherif Tawfik as Chief Business Officer

Editorial March 31, 2026

Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Sherif Tawfik as Chief Business Officer (CBO) In his new role, Sherif will lead Core42’s global commercial organization, with end-to-end responsibility for all global revenue-generating functions, including global sales and marketing, business development,

Dubai’s Scan Smart Campaign Reaches 13,000 as DESC Pushes QR Code Safety

Editorial March 31, 2026

Dubai’s electronic security authority says its Scan Smart campaign reached more than 13,000 people and achieved a 99% engagement rate, highlighting rising concern over fake QR codes and phishing risks in everyday settings Dubai Electronic Security Center has concluded its Scan Smart awareness campaign after drawing strong public participation across the city, according to