Nedap marks 25 years of AEOS access control

Editorial July 24, 2026

As AEOS marks its 25th anniversary, Nedap says the biggest lesson from two and a half decades of access control development is that long-term value comes from systems designed to adapt rather than remain static. By: Jame Thorpe When AEOS launched in 2000, it was the first web-based

Magna AI, Emaar Executive Partner on Sovereign AI Data Centers in Saudi Arabia

Editorial July 17, 2026

Magna AI and Emaar Executive have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop sovereign AI data center infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom’s efforts to strengthen secure AI deployment, data sovereignty, and digital resilience, reports MenaTech. The memorandum of understanding was signed during the Global AI Show 2026 in Riyadh. Under the

Optical LANs Are Gaining Importance

Editorial July 15, 2026

As organizations modernize network infrastructures across buildings and hotels, priorities now extend beyond speed and capacity. IT managers are seeking solutions that improve efficiency, sustainability, security, and reliability while lowering costs. Optical local area networks (OLANs) are emerging as a promising answer to these challenges. By: Martin Kandziora, Senior

Exclusive: ONVIF Introduces Profile V for Cloud Video

Editorial July 10, 2026

ONVIF has just released the Release Candidate of its new Profile V standard for cloud-based video surveillance systems, marking a major step toward greater interoperability in cloud security solutions. The new profile will enable end users, system integrators, and manufacturers to build cloud video systems based on open standards, without being tied to a single vendor […]

Fingerprint Sensor Market to Approach $7 Billion by 2032

Editorial July 4, 2026

The global fingerprint sensor market is projected to grow from USD 5.01 billion in 2026 to USD 6.98 billion by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7 percent, according to a new report by MarketsandMarkets. The market is being driven by growing demand for secure, convenient and reliable biometric authentication across consumer […]

Delinea Integrates Cyera to Strengthen AI Identity Security

Editorial June 17, 2026

Delinea has announced a new integration with AI security platform Cyera. Together, the two companies combine privileged identity management with sensitive data exposure intelligence to help organizations prioritize identity risks based on the sensitivity of the data involved. The integration connects Delinea’s identity security platform with Cyera’s Data

Intersec Saudi Arabia names advisory committees for 2026 conference program

Editorial June 17, 2026

Intersec Saudi Arabia has appointed two advisory committees comprising senior industry experts to shape the conference agenda for its 2026 edition, with a focus on AI, cyber-physical security, resilience and next-generation fire protection. The committees will guide the Future Security Summit and the Fire Protection & Technology Summit, which will take place during

AI Video Analytics Market for Smart Cities to Surpass $28 Billion by 2030

Editorial June 13, 2026

A new report by MarketsandMarkets forecasts that the global AI video analytics market for smart cities will grow from USD 8.5 billion in 2025 to USD 28.76 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.6%. According to the report, market growth is being driven by increasing investments in smart city infrastructure, public safety […]

Kuwait Deploys Nationwide Emergency Alert System in Record Time

Editorial June 12, 2026

Kuwait has launched a new national public warning platform to strengthen emergency communication capabilities amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The project was implemented under the supervision of the Communication and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) together with Kuwait’s three mobile operators — Zain, Ooredoo, and STC. The authorities

Middle East faces cybersecurity talent gap as attacks intensify

Editorial June 11, 2026

The Middle East is facing a critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals as cyber threats continue to escalate across the region, according to Mastercard’s Cyber Pulse Report 2026. The report estimates that the Middle East, North Africa and Africa (MENA) region lacks more than 300,000 cybersecurity specialists, while 43 percent of organisations report operating with