Rabdan Academy Launches High-Level Training Project for Gulf Regional Security Priorities

Editorial December 21, 2023

Rabdan Academy, a renowned global leader in safety, security, defence, emergency preparedness, and crisis management, has unveiled the Sustainable Security and Defence Professional Development program. This initiative is tailored for senior leaders, experts, and specialists employed in security

Intersec 2024 Experts Affirm ME Aviation’s Resilience, Prioritising Passenger Safety

Editorial December 10, 2023

Amidst a robust post-pandemic surge in passenger traffic, regional airports committed substantial investments in cutting-edge tech and infrastructure Geopolitical tensions, conflicts, and rising cyber threats drive significant aviation security upgrades across the Middle East The vision for the future of aviation security in the Middle East is to be discussed at the

Thuraya and YahClick Partner Set to Boost Satellite-enabled Connectivity in South Sudan

Editorial December 5, 2023

Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC, the UAE’s flagship satellite solutions provider, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (“ADX” under symbol: YAHSAT), today announced that its mobility arm, Thuraya Telecommunications Company, and its satellite broadband solutions provider, YahClick have signed a new service partnership to launch their mobility and data

Dubai Selects Everbridge to Safeguard Residents and Tourists

Editorial December 4, 2023

The global leader in critical event management (CEM) and national public warning solutions, today announced that Dubai, one of the world’s leading tourist destinations and the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, selected Everbridge’s state-of-the-art Emergency and Incident Management platform for operational and crisis management, dispatching, and incident

AI Innovation Introduced in Abu Dhabi

Editorial December 4, 2023

Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council – ATRC – took substantial steps in the quickly growing field of artificial intelligence by introducing the newest endeavor: AI71, according to the Middle East Economy article. The new company builds upon the Technology Innovation Institute’s (TII) Falcon generative AI models, aiming to excel across different domains. AI71

Ayad (Ed) Sleiman: Balancing Security, Regulation and Innovation Will Enhance Cyber Resilience in the Middle East

Editorial November 29, 2023

Ayad (Ed) Sleiman, cybersecurity veteran and KAUST’s special projects head, talks to a&s Middle East about fortifying cyber defenses in the ME without stifling technological progress amidst the shifting tides of security By Hatidža Lazović Ayad (Ed) Sleiman, a seasoned expert with over 38 years of experience in the IT industry, shares insights into the evolving

Techman Solution and Qatar Datamation Systems Securing ICT and CCTV Project Horticultural Expo 2023

Editorial November 28, 2023

Within the ambit of the Horticultural Expo 2023 in Doha, themed “Green Desert, Better Environment,” Techman Solution, in partnership with Qatar Datamation Systems, has achieved a significant triumph by securing a critical portion of the ICT and CCTV project  This event, pivotal in advancing sustainable innovations and combating desertification,

Masdar City Free Zone Launches AI Business Package for Tech Innovation

Editorial November 27, 2023

Masdar City, a sustainable urban community in the UAE, recently unveiled a new AI business package designed specifically for startups specializing in artificial intelligence. This initiative is part of the collaboration between Masdar City and the Mohamed bin Zayed University of AI (MBZUAI), aimed at fostering AI development within the local area. Under this arrangement,

Threat and Risk Landscapes Are Evolving

Editorial November 27, 2023

Criminals adapt quickly and so must the security industry, we all need to focus on anticipating future threats By HE. Khalifa Ibrahim Al Saleis, CEO, SIRA In the past the security industry across the globe has been reactive, for instance, if a crime/incident has taken place, we add countermeasures to stop this recurring. Criminals adapt […]

Emirates and Boeing Sign MoU for Drones and AR in Aircraft Maintenance

Editorial November 20, 2023

Photo: Emirates.com Emirates Airlines and Boeing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on November 16th in Dubai. The objective was to utilise advanced digital technologies and further enhance improvements in maintenance operations. According to the Emirates statement, the focus is on aircraft inspections with the help of drones and the use of virtual and augmented