Kuwait and UAE Complete Rollout of TETRA Communications and Electronic Fingerprint Exchange Systems

Editorial January 3, 2026

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has announced the completion of the rollout of a new TETRA wireless communications system and an electronic fingerprint data exchange programme for deportees, alongside the launch of additional joint traffic services in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of

Nedap Secures Smart Living at ORA Egypt with Integrated Access Solutions

Editorial January 3, 2026

Nedap has delivered an integrated access control solution for a residential development by ORA Egypt, supporting the growing demand for seamless and secure living environments in the MENA region. The deployment combines long-range vehicle identification, digital personal access, and visitor management into a single, unified system. Vehicles are automatically identified on

Dubai’s RTA Deploys Drones to Enhance Safety in Dubai Metro Tunnel Inspections

Editorial January 3, 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has begun deploying drone technology to inspect the operational efficiency of metro tunnels, strengthening safety standards while improving maintenance efficiency across the rail network. The initiative reduces the need for manual inspections in confined and high-risk environments, significantly limiting staff exposure to potential

Jordan’s National Cyber Security Centre Reports Drop in Cyber Incidents in Q3 2025

Editorial January 3, 2026

Jordan’s National Cyber Security Centre has reported a decline in cyber incidents during the third quarter of 2025, indicating a relative improvement in the country’s cyber threat landscape. According to the latest Cyber Security Situation Report, the Centre handled 839 cyber incidents between July and September, representing a decrease of approximately 13 percent compared

METCO and Smiths Detection Announce Opening of New Assembly and Manufacturing Facility in Saudi Arabia

Editorial December 31, 2025

METCO, with partner Smiths Detection, announces that the opening of its new state-of-the-art Assembly and Manufacturing Facility, designed to assemble, commission, and manufacture advanced screening solutions (including Smiths Detection’s industry-leading X-ray screening products), is scheduled for Q1 2026. The new facility will not only serve as an assembly and

Saudi NCA Launches Tahqaq Service

Editorial December 30, 2025

The National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has launched the (Tahqaq) service, which aims to enable members of society to interact safely and proactively with circulated links by instantly verifying their trustworthiness before visiting them. This comes as part of NCA’s strategic efforts to empower individuals to enhance their cybersecurity. NCA explained that the Tahqaq

Intersec 2026 to Highlight Importance of Early Embedded Security in Gulf Megaproject Resilience

Editorial December 30, 2025

Intersec 2026 will demonstrate how integrating security from the outset can serve as a strategic enabler for the Gulf’s rapidly growing giga-developments during the International Security Leaders’ Summit, which takes place from 12-14 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Speaking ahead of his participation in a panel titled Regional Vision, Global Solutions: Embedding

Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks Merge Creating the Largest AI Cloud-Native Physical Security Company

Editorial December 30, 2025

Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks have announced a strategic merger that will form the world’s largest AI-driven, cloud-native physical security company. The combined organisation will operate under the Brivo name and deliver a fully integrated cloud platform covering access control, video surveillance, and AI-powered security intelligence. The merger brings together two

SDAIA to Host Fourth Global AI Summit in September 2026 under Royal Patronage

Editorial December 30, 2025

The Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA) will host the fourth edition of the Global AI Summit in Riyadh from September 15 to 17, 2026, under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the SDAIA Board of Directors. The summit is […]

Kaspersky Warns of Surge in Phishing Emails Using Malicious QR Codes

Editorial December 30, 2025

Cybersecurity company Kaspeersky has reported a sharp rise in phishing emails containing malicious QR codes, highlighting a growing tactic used by cybercriminals to bypass traditional email security controls and target employees. According to the company’s latest findings, detections of phishing emails with QR codes increased dramatically from 46,969 in August to