Bosch Meets Middle East’s Hospitality Boom

Editorial September 22, 2025

As the Middle East’s hospitality sector enters a new era of record-breaking growth, the demand for intelligent fire safety has never been greater. Hotels are turning to solutions that combine reliability, scalability, and discreet design, ensuring seamless protection that safeguards guests,

New ISO/IEC Standard to Counter AI-Driven ID Morphing Threats

Editorial September 12, 2025

The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) have released a new standard to strengthen biometric systems against AI-enabled identity fraud. The document, ISO/IEC 20059, provides a framework for evaluating biometric system resilience to morphing attacks, a growing threat in border management and civil

Iris ID’s FacePAD Algorithm Clears Level 1 iBeta Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) Compliance

Editorial September 11, 2025

Iris ID, a global leader in iris recognition technology, yesterday announced that its FacePAD algorithm version 2.4.2 has successfully cleared the Level 1 iBeta Presentation Attack Detection (PAD) compliance tested with Iris ID iBAR 600E. The certification underscores Iris ID’s commitment to delivering solutions with the highest standards of biometric security, accuracy,

Jordan, Japan Sign $7M Deal to Support Border Security

Editorial September 11, 2025

To date, the Japanese government has funded three previous phases of the project with a total value of some $18.4 million. The Jordanian and Japanese governments on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding worth some $7 million to support the fourth phase of the Border Security Enhancement Project, under Japan’s Economic and Social Development Programme. […]

UAE Cyberattacks Concentrate Around Natural Emergencies and Trade Agreements, Acronis Report

Editorial August 21, 2025

Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, today released the findings of the Acronis Cyberthreats Report H1 2025, detailing the most popular threat vectors, active threat groups, and targeted industries in the first half of 2025. Ransomware remains the major threat for large and medium-sized businesses worldwide, with new groups increasingly leveraging

Tellus X-Ray Diffractometer in Forensic Applications

Editorial August 18, 2025

LINEV Systems introduces the next-generation benchtop X-ray diffractometer TELLUS Pro, offering enhanced capabilities and designed to meet the needs of cutting-edge analysis. The instrument is the only diffractometer that combines the compact design with the high X-ray source power (1.2 kW) and large goniometer radius (up to 210 mm). These features ensure the increased

ScreenCheck: How AI-driven Identity Management and Access Control is Shaping Smart Cities in MENA

Editorial August 11, 2025

Smart cities are built on secure access, trusted identities, and resilient infrastructure — and that is exactly where ScreenCheck makes a difference. With over two decades of experience in the region, we’ve developed a deep understanding of the diverse and evolving security needs across various sectors, including government, healthcare, education, and critical

Suprema: Future-Proof AI Security for Evolving Deepfake Threats

Editorial August 11, 2025

In an AI-driven world, fake faces, voices, and identities are no longer science fiction. Deepfakes have already caused real damage, helping criminals steal identities, hijack accounts, and commit financial fraud. These hyper-realistic forgeries are now being tested against physical security systems. Why is this so dangerous? Because biometric systems—especially facial

Kalaam Telecom Group Partners with SecurityHQ to Enhance Cybersecurity Landscape in Region

Editorial July 29, 2025

Kalaam Telecom Group, a leading regional Digital Solutions Provider is thrilled to announce its partnership with SecurityHQ, a global Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) to empower the cybersecurity landscape in the region. This strategic partnership brings together SecurityHQ’s global expertise in managed security services and Kalaam Telecom’s strong

Marsh: Cyber Resilience Essential as UAE’s Data Center Ambitions Accelerate

Editorial July 25, 2025

As the UAE expands its role as a global hub for artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE:MMC), is encouraging organizations to strengthen their cyber resilience strategies in line with the country’s ambitions. While the demand for AI-ready data infrastructure is