Report: Weaponised AI Is Powering the Fifth Wave of Cybercrime

Editorial January 20, 2026

Group-IB has released its inaugural white paper, ‘Weaponized AI: Inside the Criminal Ecosystem Fueling the Fifth Wave of Cybercrime,’ which explores how AI is transforming and accelerating malicious activity within the cybercrime landscape. Over the past 30 years, cybercrime has

VuWall Introduces PAK ONE: Compact 4K Decoder for Streamlined Control Room Operations

Editorial January 20, 2026

VuWall had announced the debut of PAK ONE, a single-output, single-channel 4K decoder designed for modern control rooms that require efficient, high-quality video distribution. PAK ONE reliably delivers essential visuals to welcome displays, remote operator workstations, and secondary monitoring points beyond the core control room. As the newest addition to VuWall’s PAK

DEWA Strengthens Water Network Operations with Advanced Smart Technologies

Editorial January 20, 2026

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has significantly enhanced its operational capabilities for managing water networks by adopting cutting-edge smart technologies, thereby reinforcing reliability and security across its infrastructure, according to an official report published on DEWA’s website. The initiative marks a strategic leap toward fully digital,

G42 Digital Embassies and Greenshield to Make AI Sovereignty Portable

Editorial January 20, 2026

G42 today announced the launch of its Digital Embassies framework and Greenshield, a new sovereign operating model that enables nations to deploy artificial intelligence securely and at scale while maintaining full legal authority and control over their data, systems, and policies, regardless of where infrastructure is located. As governments accelerate AI adoption across

Axis Communications Recognised for Innovation Across Safety and Commercial Security at Intersec Awards 2026

Editorial January 19, 2026

Axis Communications, the leading manufacturer of safety and network security solutions, received top honours at Intersec Awards 2026, with two of the company’s state-of-the-art devices winning in their respective categories. Held every year, the Intersec Awards honour the leading brands and products from across the security, safety and fire protection industries. This

Intersec 2026 Roundtable Sets Direction for Intelligence-led Maritime Security Across the GCC

Editorial January 19, 2026

Senior leaders from defence, intelligence, border security, and critical infrastructure sectors convened at Intersec 2026 for a closed-door strategic roundtable to examine how Gulf states can strengthen maritime border security amid rising geopolitical, humanitarian, and technological pressures. Hosted by global management consulting firm Kearney in partnership with

Smart Technologies Regulate Crowds, Direct Visitor Movement at Grand Mosque

Editorial January 16, 2026

Source: SPA Modern smart technologies have contributed to raising the efficiency of crowd management inside the Grand Mosque through smart counting systems that rely on sensors and real-time monitoring of visitor movement at gates and corridors. These systems track the number of entrants and exits with high accuracy, enhancing pilgrims’ safety and improving their

Hytera and NAFFCO Strengthen Strategic Partnership with New MoU Signing at Intersec Dubai 2026

Editorial January 16, 2026

Hytera Communications, a leading global provider of critical communications technologies and solutions, has further strengthened its strategic partnership with NAFFCO Group through the signing of an enhanced Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Intersec Dubai 2026. The signing marks a new phase in the collaboration, reinforcing both parties’ commitment to deeper

Middle East Enterprises Strengthen Cybersecurity with Human-centric SOC Strategies

Editorial January 15, 2026

A growing number of organisations across the Middle East are investing in Security Operations Centres (SOCs) as part of a broader effort to strengthen cyber resilience, according to a recent report by Kaspersky. The study reveals that 48 per cent of companies in the region are either building or planning to establish SOCs, underlining the […]

Dubai Municipality’s Khalid Mubarak Honoured with H.H Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Emirati Rising Star Award at Intersec Awards 2026

Editorial January 14, 2026

Khalid Mubarak of Dubai Municipality was the winner of the H.H Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Emirati Rising Star Award, while Albadr Jannah of Saudi Aramco was announced as Industry Leader of the Year The winners of the Intersec Awards 2026 were announced last night during a prestigious gala dinner held at […]