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

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,

Dubai’s Scan Smart Campaign Reaches 13,000 as DESC Pushes QR Code Safety

Editorial March 31, 2026

Dubai’s electronic security authority says its Scan Smart campaign reached more than 13,000 people and achieved a 99% engagement rate, highlighting rising concern over fake QR codes and phishing risks in everyday settings Dubai Electronic Security Center has concluded its Scan Smart awareness campaign after drawing strong public participation across the city, according to

RTA Launching Commercial Autonomous Taxi Service

Editorial March 31, 2026

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the commencement of commercial operations of the autonomous taxi service in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah, in partnership with Apollo Go and WeRide (Nasdaq: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technologies WeRide vehicles are made available to the public through the Uber app, while Tawasul […]

New Saudi Report Puts Power-Sector Cyber Resilience in Focus

Editorial March 30, 2026

A report by Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority examines the growing cyber risks facing electricity systems and points to operational complexity, skills shortages, and the need for stronger resilience across critical infrastructure Saudi Arabia’s National Cybersecurity Authority has published a report titled Cybersecurity in the Electricity Sector, putting

MOZN Makes Largest Jump of Any Provider in Chartis FCC50, Rising 30 Spots to #16 Worldwide

Editorial March 30, 2026

MOZN is the only organization from the Middle East to be recognized among the world’s financial crime technology providers and the highest‑ranked year‑on‑year mover AI company MOZN announced its recognition in the 2026 Chartis Financial Crime and Compliance 50 (FCC50) ranking, placing 16th worldwide among the top financial crime technology providers. This milestone marks

barox and Gallagher Security Link Network Diagnostics With Site Management

Editorial March 30, 2026

A new integration between barox and Gallagher Security is designed to give operators deeper visibility into security networks, combining access control and site management with advanced diagnostics, cyber alerts and remote troubleshooting barox Kommunikation AG has announced a new integration with Gallagher Security’s Command Centre platform aimed at improving the way

AI Governance Sharpens UAE’s Labour Market Security

Editorial March 30, 2026

The UAE is using AI-driven governance not only to streamline labour administration but also to strengthen compliance, inspection accuracy and institutional trust, reinforcing security across one of the region’s most strategically important employment markets The UAE’s latest labour market data shows how artificial intelligence is becoming a security enabler as much as an

INTECH Lands OT Cybersecurity Project for Major Middle East Offshore Oil Field

Editorial March 27, 2026

The project targets legacy network security systems across offshore and linked onshore facilities, underscoring the rising focus on protecting production-critical oil and gas infrastructure in the Middle East INTECH has secured a project to strengthen OT cybersecurity infrastructure for production facilities tied to one of the world’s largest offshore oil fields in the

Siemens, Desert Technologies Launch Platform for Solar and Smart Infrastructure

Editorial March 26, 2026

Siemens and Desert Technologies have launched Capton Energy, a Dubai-based platform focused on developing and investing in solar and smart infrastructure projects across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, with an emphasis on distributed energy systems, storage and digital technologies Siemens and Desert Technologies have launched Capton Energy, a new joint venture designed