Cybersecurity Talent Shortage a Major Concern for CISOs in UAE and KSA

Editorial October 6, 2023

The UAE and Saudi Arabia have consistently achieved high rankings in global cybersecurity maturity assessments. These accolades result from their effective implementation of cybersecurity regulations by governmental bodies and the introduction of initiatives to attract cybersecurity talent to

Cyberattack Attempt on Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance

Editorial September 19, 2023

On Monday morning, Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance experienced a cyberattack on its systems, which activated its security and protection protocols. According to the Kuwait News Agency, this incident led to the disconnection and isolation of hardware devices. The ministry reassured that the attempted hack did not have an impact on salary transfer procedures. The Kuwait

Why IoT Matters in Physical Security

xmiddlex September 18, 2023

What is IoT and why does it matter? Getting a right answer to this question means understanding how cloud, cybersecurity, unification, and AI can impact the success of your IoT journey. Source: Genetec, E-mail: editorial@asmideast.com Did you know that there will be a projected 30 billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices in use by 2030? […]

Microsoft’s Collaboration with Abu Dhabi AI Leader Growing

Editorial September 7, 2023

Microsoft Corporation is further developing the collaboration with Group 42, Abu Dhabi’s leader in creating artificial intelligence, according to Alarabia News. Microsoft Corporation aims to provide independent cloud infrastructure within the UAE, which will enable the UAE’s public sector and regulated industries access to cloud and AI features on Microsoft’s Azure, as

UAE Implements Single Sign-On for Online Access Services

Editorial September 1, 2023

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has implemented a single sign-on authentication service, known as the UAE Pass, across all its online services. Initially launched in February 2021, the UAE Pass has been extended to encompass 6,000 government and private-sector services, with the aim of allowing users to create verified accounts in under five minutes. In […]

UAE Adopting VisionLabs’ Luna Ace 2 Biometric Access

Editorial September 1, 2023

VisionLabs, a facial recognition company based in the Netherlands and originally founded in Russia, has launched a new version of its biometric access control terminal, the Luna Ace 2. This device is designed for government and large enterprise customers, featuring a slimmer design, a 7-inch screen, an improved camera system, and “on-the-move” technology that

Mastercard: UAE’s Forward-Thinking Approach in Acknowledging Significance of AI

Editorial September 1, 2023

Ajay Bhalla, President of Cyber and Intelligence Solutions at Mastercard, predicts that the UAE is on the brink of leveraging the transformative capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) and positioning itself as a global frontrunner in this realm. During his recent visit to the region, Bhalla commended the UAE’s forward-thinking approach in acknowledging the

LenelS2 Announces New Elements Platform Features and Expanded Options for Cloud Transition

xmiddlex August 15, 2023

LenelS2, the global leader in intelligent security systems and services, has introduced a range of new features and capabilities within the LenelS2™ Elements™ platform, its native cloud-based access control solution. Additionally, as part of its commitment to providing exceptional customer experience, LenelS2 is offering new, cost-effective ways to transition to its

Rapid Increase in Scams and Phishing in MENA Region

Editorial July 14, 2023

Group-IB has released a report called “Digital Risk Trends,” which provides an analysis of two prevalent cyber threats: scams and phishing. The report reveals a significant increase in scam activities, with the average number of scam resources per brand more than doubling globally in 2022 compared to the previous year. In the Middle East and […]

Every Day UAE Blocks 50,000 Cyber Attacks

Editorial June 27, 2023

Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security Council for the Government during his Oracle CloudWorld Tour Abu Dhabi 2023 said that UAE on daily basis stops 50,000 cyber attacks adding that the prime targets are banking, financial, health, oil and gas sectors. He noted that the cyberattacks protection is in line with the country’s […]