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Security Advisor ME September 2016
Information Security spending to reach $81.6 billion
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 22763SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
DXC Technology partners with SAP and Microsoft to simplify ‘enterprise transformation’
0 12DXC Technology has announced the launch of DXC Complete with SAP and Microsoft to provide SAP customers with an accelerated …
Nutanix partnership with Pure Storage designed to manage virtual workloads on scalable modern infrastructure
0 17Nutanix and Pure Storage have announced a partnership aimed at providing a deeply integrated solution that will allow customers to …
Bybit and Ghaf Labs announce strategic partnership
0 45Bybit and Ghaf Labs Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Web3 Adoption in the Middle East.
Redington incorporates AWS Marketplace into their portfolio
0 53Redington Rolls Out AWS Marketplace Practice at GISEC Global 2025.
VAST Data becomes core to Google Cloud’s Infrastructure
0 61Organisations building the future of AI can now harness the full power of the VAST Data Platform on Google Cloud to dynamically burst workloads to the cloud.
BingX unveils a safer on-chain trading solution
0 64BingX Unveils ChainSpot: A New Innovation for Simpler and Safer On-Chain Trading.
Ransomware groups continue to cause havoc, despite disruptions
0 62Targeted ransomware groups continue to cause havoc, despite global disruptions.
Nedaa to unveil smart communication solutions at World Police Summit 2025
0 66The Dubai-based security network provider showcases next-generation technologies designed to optimize control room operations and accelerate emergency response capabilities. Dubai …
NVIDIA and ServiceNow on a mission to reimagine employee productivity as they launch new reasoning model
0 96ServiceNow and NVIDIA announced an expansion of their partnership to fuel a new class of intelligent AI agents across the …
Opinion: The DNA of a brand message that ‘no one’ can steal
0 97Iman Ghorayeb, a seasoned communications leader is back with another superb thought provoking op-ed on the importance of protecting the …
IT leader believes that ‘superintelligence’ can make the healthcare industry more equitable and accessible for all
0 98CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Padam Kafle, Head of IT and Innovation at Aster DM Healthcare, to learn more …
Endava executive outlines how enterprises can tread that elusive path of AI adoption and modernisation
0 97David Boast, General Manager – UAE & KSA, at Endava has penned an exclusive op-ed, which examines how enterprises can …
MENA Fintech Association announces new leadership for Digital Assets Working Group
0 226The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA), the leading not-for-profit organization and among the top four fintech bodies globally, committed to fostering …
Flytxt inks strategic AI collaborations to drive co-innovation and value creation
0 223Dubai —Flytxt, a pioneer in Agentic AI solutions for subscription businesses, announced a major initiative to expand its market footprint …
SANS Institute to host two cybersecurity training events in May
0 111SANS Abu Dhabi May 2025 and Dubai May 2025 to bring in-person and virtual events with hands-on courses and exclusive Community Night sessions.
ZENDATA partners with Reboot to empower Bahraini developers
0 104ZENDATA Cybersecurity Partners with Reboot Coding Institute to Empower Bahraini Developers and Strengthen Regional Cybersecurity Excellence.
European AI Continent agenda gains momentum at GITEX Europe
0 100GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything gears up for Berlin debut as influential leaders and policymakers preview bold cross-border tech partnerships, capital access, and AI economy acceleration.
Hitachi Vantara leads the charge in AI-powered, sustainable IT infrastructure
0 216From redefining hybrid cloud strategies to pioneering agentic AI and carbon-conscious data centres, Hitachi Vantara is shaping the future of enterprise IT across the Middle East and Pakistan.
Relive all the excitement from the Infosec and Cybersecurity Congress 2025
0 241Our recent Infosec and Cybersecurity Congress, in collaboration with ISACA UAE, saw industry leaders, experts, and security professionals gain practical insights into today’s digital threats.
Qlik accelerates the move to Cloud
0 121Complimentary migration tool available through Qlik and certified partners—accelerating cloud adoption and modernising analytics environments.
SANS Institute unveils key strategies for securing AI technologies in 2025
0 112Rob Lee, Chief of Research and Head of Faculty at SANS Institute, explores the rising AI-driven threats organisations must prepare for and the crucial security controls needed to adopt AI technologies securely. He also highlights SANS' initiatives to guide businesses in navigating the AI security landscape.
Seclore showcases data-centric security innovations at GISEC Global 2025
0 121Justin Endres, Chief Revenue Officer at Seclore, discusses the company’s strategic presence at GISEC 2025, unveiling cutting-edge AI-driven data protection solutions and highlighting the shift to data-centric security to address rising cyber threats in the Middle East.
Cyble’s AI-driven cybersecurity vision takes centre stage at GISEC Global 2025
0 112Mandar Patil, Founding Member and SVP of Global Sales and Customer Success at Cyble, unveils the company’s cutting-edge AI-powered platform at GISEC 2025, addressing rising cyber threats in the Middle East. From proactive threat intelligence to unified visibility, Cyble is empowering enterprises, governments, and the cybersecurity community to build a safer digital world.
Finesse bolsters cybersecurity with AI-powered SOC and advanced penetration testing
0 105Pradeep Krishnan Nair, Vice President - IT Security, Finesse and Walid Faour, Senior Security Consultant, Finesse unveil how their 24/7 AI-driven SOC and comprehensive VPT services, including IoT, API, and ATM penetration testing, empower clients to secure their digital investments and thrive in the AI era.
OPSWAT highlights critical infrastructure cybersecurity and AI-driven protection at GISEC 2025
0 151Saif AlRefai, Solutions Engineering Manager at OPSWAT, discusses cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, the role of AI in defending against cyber threats, and the UAE’s proactive stance on securing critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, oil, gas, and government at GISEC 2025. AlRefai elaborates on OPSWAT’s zero-trust approach and the integration of AI in OT and IT security to combat the evolving threat landscape.
OPSWAT CEO showcases AI-Powered cybersecurity solutions at GISEC 2025
0 99OPSWAT CEO Benny Czarny discusses the company’s strategic priorities, AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, and a unique training academy focused on protecting critical infrastructure, showcasing their robust platform through live attack simulations.
Redington and DigiGlass showcase Cybersecurity Solutions at GISEC Global 2025
0 98Redington and DigiGlass Democratises Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Solutions at GISEC Global 2025.
80% of cyberattacks in the Middle East lead to confidential data breaches
0 125The UAE and Saudi Arabia are the most frequently mentioned countries in the region on the dark web.
Inception and CPX partner to advance AI-Driven Cybersecurity
0 112Inception, a G42 company and CPX Partner to Advance AI-Driven Cybersecurity and Product Innovation.