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Middle East faces cybersecurity talent gap as attacks intensify

The Middle East is facing a critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals as cyber threats continue to escalate across the region, according to Mastercard’s Cyber Pulse Report 2026. The report estimates that the Middle East, North Africa and Africa (MENA) region lacks more than 300,000 cybersecurity specialists, while 43 percent of organisations report operating with

Dubai RTA Expands AI Mobility Infrastructure in 2025

Photo: Pexels / Tejas Kamble AI adoption reaches 96% as RTA expands smart mobility and digital transport services Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) significantly expanded its AI-enabled mobility infrastructure in 2025, with digital channels generating around $1.44 billion in revenue (up 20.6% year-on-year). TechX Media cited the authority reporting 96% digital

M42 and Arcera Partner to Advance Biopharma Localization and Next Generation Life Sciences in Abu Dhabi

M42, a global health leader powered by technology, artificial intelligence, and genomics, and Arcera Life Sciences (“Arcera”), a global life sciences company focused on advancing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize a strategic, non-exclusive collaboration focused on advancing biopharma localization,

Axis Communications Introduces Zone 1/Div 1-certified PTZ Camera for Safe Operations in Hazardous Environments

Axis Communications has introduced an explosion-protected PTZ camera certified ATEX, IECEx, and NRTL (SGS) for use in Zone 1/Division 1 environments. Ideal for health and safety applications, this robust camera can detect potential issues before they become critical, helping create safer workspaces AXIS X1100 Explosion-Protected PTZ Camera delivers excellent 4K image

UAE Cyber Insurance Market Reaches $70 Million

The UAE Cybersecurity Council says cyber insurance is becoming an important part of corporate risk management as AI-driven attacks, data breaches and digital service disruptions continue to grow. The UAE cyber insurance market has reached an estimated $70 million amid rising digital threats and growing concern over the financial impact of cyberattacks. According to Gulf

Dubai Police Showcases Futuristic Security Technologies at ISNR 2026

Dubai Police presented autonomous patrols, smart policing platforms and cybercrime awareness tools at ISNR 2026, highlighting the UAE’s growing focus on AI-driven public safety and digital security Dubai Police showcased a range of smart security technologies at ISNR 2026 in Abu Dhabi, underlining the role of artificial intelligence, automation and digital platforms in

Kaspersky Opens Cybersecurity Center for Children at KidZania Dubai

The new center at KidZania Dubai Mall lets children take on cyber-investigation roles, helping them learn safe browsing, online threat detection and responsible digital habits through interactive missions Kaspersky announces the opening of its Cybersecurity Center at KidZania in Dubai Mall, designed to educate children on the importance of digital safety. This