DEWA Launches AI-based ‘Legislation Agent’ to Bolster General Network Protection

Editorial June 19, 2025

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) launched the ‘Legislation Agent’, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster the protection of the general network. This innovative system provides users with immediate guidance and supports informed decision-making related to network safety

UAE Boosts Cyber Resilience with New Public-Private Partnership

Editorial June 18, 2025

In a strategic move announced at Intersec Dubai on January 16, 2022, the UAE Cyber Security Council signed an MoU with Injazat, a leading digital transformation company. The agreement positions Injazat to provide standardized “Detection and Response” services to government and semi-government sectors. Leveraging its Cyber Fusion Centre, Injazat will deliver

DGHR Collaborates with Dubai AI Campus to Accelerate AI-driven Workforce Development

Editorial June 17, 2025

Source: WAM The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai AI Campus, a DIFC initiative and the largest dedicated hub for AI companies in the region, to advance the development of human capital and future-proof the workforce across both public and private sectors. The key objective of […]

Kaspersky Expands Cybersecurity Footprint in MENA

Editorial June 13, 2025

Kaspersky saw 20% growth in its Middle East operations in 2024, driven by demand for industrial and critical infrastructure protection. The company is running major projects in six countries, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE. A key development was the launch of its first regional Transparency Centre in Riyadh, offering insight into its security practices. […]

SDAIA Wraps Up Hajj Support for Government Entities, Gears Up for Pilgrim Departure Operations

Editorial June 13, 2025

Source: SPA The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) successfully implemented its operational plans for the 1446 AH Hajj season, facilitating the arrival of pilgrims through the “Makkah Route” initiative in seamless collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and other relevant government entities. Through its technical and engineering teams, SDAIA provided

Hikvision “AcuSeek NVR”: Redefining Video Retrieval with Large Multimodal AI Models

Editorial June 13, 2025

Hikvision today unveiled its revolutionary AcuSeek NVR, a groundbreaking product powered by the Guanlan large-scale AI models. This addresses the critical industry challenge where security personnel often spend hours manually reviewing footage frame by frame during incident investigations. By integrating natural language interaction, this innovation enables precise video

Versa and OPSWAT Partner to Enhance Real-Time Device Security for SASE

Editorial June 13, 2025

OPSWAT MetaDefender SDK Extends Versa’s SASE Endpoint Capabilities for Zero Trust Enforcement to Reduce Attack Surface Risk. Versa, the global leader in Universal Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), has announced a technology partnership with OPSWAT, a global leader in critical infrastructure protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, to enhance the real-time device security

Webinar: How TRASSIR’s Intelligent Video Analytics Transform Retail surveillance

Editorial June 12, 2025

Date: June 17, 2025 Time: 10:30–11:30 (UTC+3) Location: Online (Free Registration) As the retail landscape in Türkiye evolves, so do the challenges of maintaining security, optimizing operations, and improving the customer experience. In this webinar, TRASSIR will demonstrate how advanced video surveillance, powered by artificial intelligence, is reshaping the way

KSA Announces First Trial of Drone-based Medicine Delivery in Holy Sites

Editorial June 8, 2025

Source: SPA The healthcare system announced the successful pilot launch of drone-based medicine delivery between primary healthcare centers and hospitals in the holy sites, marking a significant milestone and a first-of-its-kind initiative. The project aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare services provided to pilgrims during the 1446 Hajj season. The achievement

Two Holy Mosques Authority Launches Smart Engineering Command and Control Center

Editorial June 4, 2025

Source: SPA CEO of the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque Eng. Ghazi Al-Shahrani yesterday launched the pilot phase of the Smart Engineering Command and Control Center. The step aligns with the authority’s broader objective to enhance the efficiency of asset, facility, and service management […]