UAE Banks Move Beyond OTPs as App-Based Verification Nears Full Rollout

Editorial March 23, 2026

Khaleej Times reports that major UAE banks are replacing SMS and email one-time passwords with in-app verification as the sector moves to meet Central Bank security requirements by the end of March UAE banks are preparing to complete the transition away from SMS- and email-based one-time

UAE Cybersecurity Council Warns Remote Work Is Fueling a New Wave of Cyber Threats

Editorial March 23, 2026

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned that the expansion of remote and hybrid working is creating new openings for cybercriminals, with attacks linked to home-based digital environments rising sharply in recent years. In remarks carried by the state news agency WAM, the Council said cyber incidents associated with remote work have increased by more than […]

Group-IB Warns of Rising Fake Shipment Tracking Scam Across MEA

Editorial March 19, 2026

A new Group-IB analysis says fake delivery notifications are being used across the Middle East and Africa to steal personal and banking data, with attackers relying on local-looking SMS messages, spoofed sender IDs and highly interactive phishing pages Group-IB has warned that fake shipment tracking scams are gaining momentum across the MEA region, as cybercriminals […]

Magnus Expands Regional Portfolio With Honeywell Structured Cabling Distribution

Editorial March 18, 2026

Magnus has signed a distributorship agreement with Honeywell to supply structured cabling systems in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Oman, strengthening its networking and infrastructure offering in the Gulf Magnus has announced that it is now an authorized distributor of Honeywell structured cabling systems in Dubai, Saudi Arabia and Oman. The company said the new agreement […]

LINEV Systems Highlights Radiation Dosimetry at NICSTAR 2026

Editorial March 18, 2026

At NICSTAR 2026 in Mumbai, LINEV Systems showcased its SPINSCAN platform and alanine dosimetry solution, emphasizing precision and automation in radiation measurement LINEV Systems participated in NICSTAR 2026, the 9th NAARRI International Conference on Radiation Applications, held from March 9 to 12 in Mumbai, India. The event gathered experts from science and industry to

Saudi Arabia’s Cybersecurity Market to Reach $7.81 Billion by 2031, Says MarketsandMarkets

Editorial March 18, 2026

Rapid digital transformation, expanding cloud adoption and rising pressure to protect critical infrastructure are set to push Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity market from $4.98 billion in 2026 to $7.81 billion by 2031 Saudi Arabia’s cybersecurity market is on track for strong growth over the next five years, with MarketsandMarkets projecting it will rise from $4.98 billion

UAE Cyber Security Council Runs Crisis Simulation to Test Government Readiness

Editorial March 17, 2026

A crisis simulation exercise led by the UAE Cyber Security Council and conducted with cyber resilience specialist Immersive has tested how government teams would respond to a disruptive cyberattack targeting shared services and critical infrastructure, according to WAM. The UAE Cyber Security Council has carried out a specialised crisis simulation exercise in cooperation

Abu Dhabi Expands Autonomous Taxi Operations on Yas Island, Highlighting Traffic Safety Push

Editorial March 16, 2026

Abu Dhabi has expanded the commercial operations of autonomous taxis on Yas Island, underscoring the emirate’s growing focus on safer and smarter road transport The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, said the expansion is being carried out under the supervision of the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council […]

Cyber Security Council Warns Against Downloading, Using Fake Applications

Editorial March 16, 2026

As part of the weekly awareness campaign of the Cyber Pulse initiative launched by the Cyber Security Council (CSC), the council warned against fake applications and the risks of downloading them onto users’ devices, noting that such applications may serve as gateways for data theft, fraud, or cyber extortion In its weekly awareness message, CSC […]

Makkah Expands Smart Technology Use to Improve Services and Pilgrim Experience

Editorial March 13, 2026

Makkah is accelerating the adoption of smart technologies and digital applications to enhance urban services, improve mobility and strengthen safety for millions of residents and pilgrims visiting the holy city each year Makkah is undergoing a major transformation driven by the deployment of advanced digital platforms and smart technologies aimed at improving services,