Dubai Police Establish Cyber Crime Unit

Editorial November 22, 2024

In a strategic move to address the rising tide of online criminal activities, Dubai Police have inaugurated a specialized cyber-crime unit. This initiative has already yielded significant results, including the apprehension of individuals operating from abroad, achieved through collaboration

Black Hat MEA 2024: Riyadh Ascends as a Global Cybersecurity Hub with Record-Breaking Event

Editorial November 13, 2024

The annual Black Hat Middle East and Africa (Black Hat MEA) summit, the world’s fastest-growing cybersecurity event and considered the global stage for Cybersecurity, has propelled Riyadh into a world leader within the industry, securing a spot alongside the more established Black Hat shows in Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Singapore. The Saudi capital’s global […]

Saudi Arabia’s Private Security Market Set for Robust Growth Amidst Economic Expansion and Vision 2030 Goals

Editorial November 13, 2024

Saudi Arabia’s private security market was valued at $2.839 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $5.675 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual rate of 8.0% from 2024 to 2032, said the Astitute Analitica report. The sector is experiencing rapid growth in 2023, fuelled by significant economic development and government initiatives. This […]

Intersec 2025 to Drive Road Safety as Critical Sustainability Issue in UAE

Editorial November 11, 2024

As the UAE continues to grow as a global hub for innovation and business, road safety remains a vital component of its social sustainability agenda. In year four of the Global Plan for the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030 to halve road traffic deaths and injuries by 2030, Intersec 2025 will feature influential […]

Cyber Security Council, Immersive Labs Strengthen UAE Defence of 25 Organisations

Editorial November 7, 2024

The Cyber Security Council and Immersive Labs, the leader in people-centric cyber resilience, has announced the successful completion of their recent Dubai Cyber Drill that reinforced UAE enterprises’ cybersecurity posture against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) threats. The event included attendees from 25 major organisations representing various sectors –

HKSTP and Seven Hong Kong Tech Ventures Forge Partnerships at FII8

Editorial November 6, 2024

At the Future Investment Initiative Institute 8th Edition (FII8), held from 29th October to 31st October in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) made significant strides in bridging Hong Kong and the Middle East’s innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystems and capital investment. Witnessed by the Hong Kong Special

Qatar’s Rapid Digital Growth Opens Doors to Cyber Attacks

Editorial November 4, 2024

By Mirza Bahić As Qatar’s rapid digitization fuels its transformation, the nation faces rising cyber threats, with over 5.1 million attacks in 2022 alone, prompting the launch of the National Cyber Security Strategy 2024-2030 to solidify its position as a global leader in cybersecurity. As Qatar embarks on a rapid journey towards becoming a fully […]

Global ANPR Market to Reach Over $6 Billion by 2030

Editorial November 4, 2024

The global ANPR system market size is estimated to reach USD 6.37 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 9.3% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Advancements in traffic monitoring technologies have given rise to a mass surveillance technology that helps in capturing images […]

Salto Sets its Sights on the Future, Announces New Leadership and Organization in the Middle East and Africa Region

Editorial November 1, 2024

Naming Victor Hage as the Managing Director marks a strategic move towards fostering growth and innovation in the MEA.  Salto is pleased to announce the appointment of Victor Hage as the Managing Director of SALTO WECOSYSTEM in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Hage is elevated to the position overseeing SALTO WECOSYSTEM after previously serving as […]

Saudi Arabia National Cybersecurity Authority Continues to Receive Tier 2 License Applications to Provide MSOC Services

Editorial November 1, 2024

Saudi Arabia National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) is continuing to receive Tier 2 license applications to provide Managed Security Operations Center (MSOC) services. This tier allows the service provider to provide MSOC services to all organizations, excluding government organizations and organizations that own, operate, or host CNIs. This initiative is part of NCA’s