Dubai and Abu Dhabi Lead MENA as Gulf Cities Dominate IMD Smart City Index 2026

Editorial April 13, 2026

The latest IMD Smart City Index shows the Gulf widening its lead in digitally enabled urban governance, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi ranking in the global top 10, Saudi Arabia placing eight cities in the index, and non-Gulf Arab cities trailing far behind. Dubai and Abu Dhabi have emerged as the

TII Launches Falcon Perception to Advance Real-World Multimodal AI

Editorial April 8, 2026

The Abu Dhabi research institute says its new Falcon Perception model is built to help machines see, read, and understand complex real-world environments with greater efficiency, opening new possibilities in robotics, manufacturing, and document intelligence The Technology Innovation Institute has launched Falcon Perception, a new multimodal AI model designed to combine

Hanwha Vision Launches Global “Now You See” Campaign Focused on Vision Intelligence

Editorial April 8, 2026

Hanwha Vision has introduced its new global brand campaign, “Now You See,” which takes a cinematic approach to present a different perspective on modern security technologies. The campaign is directed by Michael Gracey and features actress Amanda Seyfried in the lead role, further emphasizing its strong narrative and production quality. Unlike traditional promotional

World Police Summit Invites Security Leaders to Join Crypto Security & Policing Dialogue

Editorial April 6, 2026

Security and law enforcement professionals are being invited to join a virtual briefing focused on practical ways to counter the fast-growing global threat of crypto crime Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crypto Security & Policing Dialogue will bring together senior policing leaders and global experts under the […]

Presight Sees Applications Triple for AI Accelerator Programme

Editorial April 6, 2026

Abu Dhabi-based Presight has reported a sharp rise in global interest in its AI Accelerator Program, with applications for the second cohort more than tripling as startups increasingly target commercially viable AI solutions for government, enterprise, and critical infrastructure. Presight has received 376 applications from 62 countries for the second cohort of its AI

Smart Makkah Plans Put Crowd Monitoring at the Center of Future Mobility

Editorial April 2, 2026

Makkah’s planned airport and metro projects are taking shape alongside the city’s broader Smart Makkah program, where AI-driven crowd monitoring is becoming a central tool for managing pilgrim movement, easing congestion, and improving safety around the holy sites Plans for Makkah’s future airport and metro system are moving ahead as the city deepens its Smart […]

Dubai Orders Unified Digital Services Platform Within One Year

Editorial April 1, 2026

Dubai has directed all government entities to integrate services for individuals and businesses into a unified digital ecosystem within one year, a move that links service efficiency more closely with data integration, AI, and secure digital infrastructure. Dubai has ordered all government entities to integrate services for individuals and businesses into a unified digital

UAE, Bahrain Launch One-Point Travel Pilot Built on Biometric Pre-Clearance

Editorial April 1, 2026

New cross-border initiative allows eligible travelers to complete entry procedures before departure, pointing to a broader Gulf push toward faster, more integrated, and security-driven airport processing The UAE and Bahrain have launched the pilot phase of a new one-point air travel initiative that uses biometric verification, electronic connectivity and advanced passenger

Genetec Highlights Why Physical Security Must Be Part of IT’s Network Strategy in the Middle East

Editorial April 1, 2026

Genetec is urging organizations across the Middle East to integrate physical security systems into their broader IT network strategies as digital transformation accelerates and cyber threats grow more sophisticated Across the Middle East, governments and enterprises are investing heavily in smart cities, critical infrastructure, transportation, energy, and large-scale

Core42 Appoints Former Microsoft Executive Sherif Tawfik as Chief Business Officer

Editorial March 31, 2026

Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud and AI infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Sherif Tawfik as Chief Business Officer (CBO) In his new role, Sherif will lead Core42’s global commercial organization, with end-to-end responsibility for all global revenue-generating functions, including global sales and marketing, business development,