TP-Link Adds Matter Energy Monitoring to Smart Devices via Firmware Update

Editorial August 14, 2025

TP-Link has released a major firmware update enabling Matter 1.3 energy monitoring for its compatible smart devices, reinforcing its commitment to open standards and user-focused smart home innovation. The update provides standardized real-time and historical energy consumption data, giving

Empowering Middle East retail with smarter surveillance: how TRASSIR helps retailers grow

xmiddlex August 14, 2025

About TRASSIR TRASSIR is a global developer of intelligent video surveillance systems. With cutting-edge analytics and scalable infrastructure, TRASSIR helps businesses worldwide enhance security, streamline operations, and improve customer experience — all from a single platform. In the fast-changing Middle East retail market, enhancing customer experience, boosting

Why Unifying Physical and Cybersecurity Is Beneficial to Organizations in the Middle East

Editorial August 14, 2025

Ensuring security upgrades are successful requires close collaboration between physical security, cybersecurity and/or IT security departments. By: Sam Cherif,  Senior Director, Regional Business Head, MEA In the Gulf region, national digital strategies, mega-projects, and critical infrastructure programs are transforming the security landscape. Today’s access control

How TRASSIR’s New 5MP Cameras Help Businesses Stay Secure and Efficient

Editorial August 13, 2025

In the fast-growing economies of the Middle East, businesses face increasing pressure to maintain safe, efficient, and resilient operations—whether in retail, logistics, or critical infrastructure. Security teams are no longer just guarding doors; they are expected to deliver precise answers fast, prevent incidents proactively, and keep operations flowing smoothly, day and

IDtech: Smart Access Control for Critical Infrastructure

Editorial August 13, 2025

In an increasingly interconnected and high-risk world, protecting critical infrastructure is no longer a matter of physical barriers alone. From energy and utilities to government buildings and transportation hubs, the demand for intelligent, integrated, and resilient access control systems is driving a new wave of innovation across the security industry. At the forefront

TABBARA ELECTRONICS: Powering the Future of Secure Communication in MENA

Editorial August 12, 2025

Trusted by mission-critical sectors across the Gulf and MENA region, Tabbara Electronics is redefining secure communications and surveillance through smart integration, regional expertise, and long-term partnership. In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and rising security demands, the Middle East is accelerating its investment in technologies that connect,

Idis Global: How Latest AI Video Metadata and Investigation Tools Save Time and Stress in Control Room

Editorial August 12, 2025

The data-handling bottleneck in any video surveillance system is the human brain – people are brilliant at cognitive tasks that require experience and intuition, but poor at processing large amounts of data. So, while your control room operators may be irreplaceable when it comes to reviewing and assessing footage, making snap decisions, and managing responses, […]

Iraq’s Ministry of Interior Upgrades Emergency Response with Hytera SmartOne Platform

Editorial August 12, 2025

Hytera Communications (SZSE: 002583), a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions, has successfully deployed its SmartOne Unified Communication Platform to support the Iraqi Ministry of Interior (MOI) in overhauling Baghdad’s emergency services. The landmark project, launched in 2024, introduces a centralized 911 emergency call

Axis Communications Announces Two Multifunctional Display Speakers

Editorial August 11, 2025

Axis Communications announces two multifunctional display speakers designed to reach more people through combined visual and audio alerts. Featuring an attention-grabbing strobe bar, powerful speaker, and a colour text display, these versatile indoor solutions raise the bar for clear public address in schools, healthcare facilities, transportation hubs, and more. AXIS

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