Intersec KSA: Record Number of Exhibitors and Participants

Editorial December 9, 2025

Intersec Saudi Arabia, which took place at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC) from September 29 to October 1, showcased a significant increase in scale and international presence, featuring a record-breaking 434 exhibitors from 40 countries. By: Walid Abdulmoti,

IDtech Strengthens Its Presence in Oman

Editorial December 9, 2025

Aligned with Oman Vision 2040, IDtech is helping the Sultanate build a modern and resilient security infrastructure. Through advanced access control and intelligent visitor management, the company is enabling safer government environments and supporting the country’s wider digital transformation. By: Thomas Deville, General Manager, Middle East & Africa, IDtech Oman’s

UEE Ministry of Interior Concludes Statewide “Union 54” Exercise

Editorial December 9, 2025

Ministry of Interior, in coordination with partners, concluded the Union 54 exercise, which was implemented at the state level. The Exercise aims to raise readiness and enhance the efficiency of responses to various types of emergencies and crises. The exercise, carried out by the General Directorate of Federal Central Operations at the Ministry of Interior, […]

ELATEC Group: Future-Ready Campus

Editorial December 9, 2025

Historically, students and staff needed a mix of tools to navigate campus life: physical keys, RFID cards, passwords and PINs, and even cash. Today, expectations have changed; they want one credential—ideally on the smartphone they already carry—to do it all. That’s why many institutions are now looking beyond isolated systems toward unified access: a model […]

Axis Communications: World’s First Object Detection Orchestra

Editorial December 8, 2025

Inside the lens of every camera, an evolutionary leap is taking place. Previously, humans would look through cameras to see things. Now, machine learning enables cameras to do it for them. Say hello to a new generation of intelligent monitoring and surveillance solutions, thanks to a technology that, ironically, can’t be seen. By: Sienna Cacan, […]

Qatar Partners with PwC and OpenAI to Build National AI Ecosystem

Editorial December 8, 2025

Doha signs landmark agreement to accelerate digital transformation through advanced AI infrastructure, testbeds, and innovation projects. Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has signed a cooperation agreement with PwC Middle East and OpenAI to advance the country’s national AI ecosystem. The partnership focuses on three pillars:

CyberKnight and Horizon3.ai Announce Alliance to Deliver Offensive Security in MENA

Editorial December 8, 2025

CyberKnight, a value-added distributor, announced a strategic partnership with Horizon3.ai, a provider of offensive security solutions. The announcement was made on the first day of Black Hat, in the presence of Horizon3.ai’s Matt Percival, Regional Director for EMEA, and Tamer Odeh, Regional Sales Director, alongside CyberKnight’s Avinash Advani, CEO and Founder, and Wael

Saviynt Opens Dubai HQ to Strengthen Identity Security as AI Adoption Accelerates Across the Middle East

Editorial December 8, 2025

Strategic partnership with cybersecurity leader StarLink expands regional access to modern identity security solutions Saviynt, a leader in AI-powered identity security, today announced the opening of its new regional headquarters in Dubai and a strategic partnership with StarLink, one of the Middle East and Africa’s most prominent specialist cybersecurity distributors.

Google Cloud and MCIT Qatar Forge Renewed Strategic Alliance at MWC Doha

Editorial December 5, 2025

Formalizing a Strategic Framework to Propel Qatar National Vision 2030 with Secure Cloud and AI Foundation for Digital Transformation Google Cloud and the State of Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) today announced the formal renewal of their strategic Master Framework Agreement (MFA). Google Cloud and MCIT conducted the signing at MWC

Four Key Industry Figures Discuss How Native Integration of Wireless Access Technologies Helps Organizations Make Building Experience Truly Seamless

Editorial December 5, 2025

A seamless building benefits everyone, users and facilities managers alike. With streamlined interactions which start at the front entrance and continue through the site, workflows become more efficient and every stakeholder enjoys greater peace of mind.  Most organizations already recognize the importance of connecting access with security systems like alarms and CCTV, as