Siemens Earns Platinum and Highest-ever Score in EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

Editorial August 18, 2025

Siemens has been awarded the Platinum medal – the highest possible distinction – in the 2025 EcoVadis Sustainability Rating. This achievement places Siemens among the top one percent of around 130,000 companies assessed worldwide by EcoVadis, a provider of business sustainability ratings.

Dubai Police Foil $25m Pink Diamond Heist in Eight Hours

Editorial August 18, 2025

In an operation named “Pink Diamond”, Dubai Police successfully thwarted the theft of an exceptionally rare pink diamond worth $25 million and foiled the criminals’ attempt to smuggle it out of the country. Dubai Police revealed that Operation Pink Diamond led to the arrest of the gang, which had been plotting to steal the rare […]

Tellus X-Ray Diffractometer in Forensic Applications

Editorial August 18, 2025

LINEV Systems introduces the next-generation benchtop X-ray diffractometer TELLUS Pro, offering enhanced capabilities and designed to meet the needs of cutting-edge analysis. The instrument is the only diffractometer that combines the compact design with the high X-ray source power (1.2 kW) and large goniometer radius (up to 210 mm). These features ensure the increased

SANS Institute Returns with Fourth Edition of SANS Cyber Leaders Forum to Riyadh

Editorial August 16, 2025

SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training and certification, returns with SANS Riyadh Cyber Leaders from August 24 to 28, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya. The five-day event offers intensive leadership and technical training, empowering security managers and SOC leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the ever-evolving threat

Genetec Still Dominate Video Surveillance Software Market

Editorial August 16, 2025

Growing SaaS adoption and customer demand for flexible, open solutions strengthen the company’s continued market leadership. Genetec, the global leader in enterprise physical security software, today announced that it continues to lead the global video surveillance software market, according to newly published reports from independent industry analyst firms,

Why Unifying Physical and Cybersecurity Is Beneficial to Organizations in the Middle East

Editorial August 14, 2025

Ensuring security upgrades are successful requires close collaboration between physical security, cybersecurity and/or IT security departments. By: Sam Cherif,  Senior Director, Regional Business Head, MEA In the Gulf region, national digital strategies, mega-projects, and critical infrastructure programs are transforming the security landscape. Today’s access control

Intersec Saudi Arabia to Be Held Under Patronage of HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Editorial August 14, 2025

Intersec Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s premier platform for security, safety and fire protection industries, will be held  under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Minister of Interior, and in association with the General Directorate of Civil Defense.   Organised by 1st Arabia and licensed by […]

How TRASSIR’s New 5MP Cameras Help Businesses Stay Secure and Efficient

Editorial August 13, 2025

In the fast-growing economies of the Middle East, businesses face increasing pressure to maintain safe, efficient, and resilient operations—whether in retail, logistics, or critical infrastructure. Security teams are no longer just guarding doors; they are expected to deliver precise answers fast, prevent incidents proactively, and keep operations flowing smoothly, day and

Bahrain and Qatar Take Diverging Paths on Data Sovereignty

Editorial August 13, 2025

As the Gulf region accelerates toward a digital future, Bahrain and Qatar are charting notably different courses in the realm of data governance, according to an industry analysis published today by Gulf Business. Legal experts, including Gareth Mills from Charles Russell Speechlys, observe that Qatar is adopting a centralized, sovereignty-first model, anchored by a

IDtech: Smart Access Control for Critical Infrastructure

Editorial August 13, 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and high-risk world, protecting critical infrastructure is no longer a matter of physical barriers alone. From energy and utilities to government buildings and transportation hubs, the demand for intelligent, integrated, and resilient access control systems is driving a new wave of innovation across the security industry. At the forefront