ISSUE # 389
CNME January 2025
CNME EDITOR MARK FORKER TAKES A LOOK AT THE STARGATE PROJECT, THE $500BN INVESTMENT ANNOUNCED BY THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION THAT …
Mandiant
Jens Monrad, Head of Mandiant Intelligence for EMEA, outlines what the next phase of AI security is going to look like in 2025.
Group14
Rick Luebbe, Co-Founder and CEO of energy leader Group14, explains why silicon batteries can really drive the electrification process on a global scale.
Liferay
Moussalam Dalati, General Manager of MEA and France at Liferay, details the unique capabilities of its Digital Experience Platform, which he claims delivers 'seamless digital experiences'.
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 26585SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
SentinelOne’s new regional headquarters in Riyadh to support digital transformation
0 69Riyadh — SentinelOne, the leader in AI-native cybersecurity, announced the establishment of its new regional headquarters in Riyadh. The opening represents a major turning point in the company’s expansion plan and …
Al Masaood Power accelerates Gulf’s shift toward cleaner and smarter energy system
0 75General Manager Rasso Jörg Bartenschlager discusses how hybrid systems, AI-driven innovation, and strategic partnerships are accelerating the region’s clean energy …
Nozomi Networks to showcase AI-powered OT/IoT security tools at Black Hat MEA
0 102Riyadh — Nozomi Networks, leader in OT, IoT security, announced its participation at Black Hat MEA 2025, taking place from December …
Cybersecurity leaders confront new risk realities as Black Hat returns to Riyadh
0 92Amid rising global cyber risk, the three-day event outlines the priorities shaping the next phase of digital security and resilience. …
LogRhythm | Exabeam, Al Moammar Information Systems ink partnership
0 124LogRhythm | Exabeam unveils its expanded Saudi partnership, new Riyadh office, and local hires at Black Hat MEA 2025 to support …
emt set to unveil expanded cybersecurity and IT portfolio at Black Hat MEA 2025
0 138emt – A QBS Technology Group Company is set to make its strongest appearance at Black Hat MEA 2025, bringing …
StarLink to boost AI adoption, accelerate cyber defences and business growth
0 164StarLink, an Infinigate Group company, is once again showcasing advanced AI-powered cybersecurity solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025, Riyadh to …
Anomali to showcase vision for AI-powered threat intelligence at Black Hat MEA 2025
0 147Samer Jadallah, Vice President, Sales – Middle East and Africa, Anomali, spoke to Tahawultech.com about how AI-native threat intelligence, unified …
Ramco @20: From systems of record to creating systems of intelligence in region
0 154How a product-first DNA, deep localisation, and AI-native innovation are powering Ramco’s next chapter in the Middle East. Ramco Systems …
SEE Holding elevates network security and scalability with HPE Networking and Bits Secure
0 205Dr. Mohan Babu Murugesan, Group CEO of Bits Secure, and Ihab Ismail, CIO of SEE Holding, spoke to Tahawultech.com about how their strategic collaboration with HPE Networking delivered a secure, scalable, and future-ready network foundation to support SEE Holding’s smart community ambitions.
EP1: Put a Fork In It Podcast – Sayed Hashish on life lessons, parenting and the AI bubble
0 2996CNME Editor Mark Forker, spoke to Sayed Hashish, VP of Customer Experience, Middle East, Africa, Türkiye, Romania & CIS, at Cisco for the inaugural episode of our new Put a Fork In It podcast series hosted by tahawultech.com.
Splunk report shows observability is a major business catalyst
0 243Findings show observability boosts employee productivity for nearly three‑quarters of respondents, and for nearly two‑thirds, it drives revenue growth and helps shape product roadmaps.
Quantum reality check: Race to secure data has already begun
0 256QuantumGate’s Janne Hirvimies warns that harvested data is already at risk — and organisations must accelerate their post-quantum readiness now.
ABB opens AI and digital solutions training center in UAE to boost energy transition
0 215Dubai — ABB, global technology leader in electrification and automation, has opened a US$2m training and customer experience facility in …
The UAE Cybersecurity Council and QuantumGate collaborate on 3 new programs
0 255Collaboration expands across the National Information Assurance Program, National Cybersecurity Index Platform, and the National Post-Quantum Migration Program.
DXC expands SAP capabilities in region with projects in the KSA and Egypt
0 432Investments in talent, innovation, and regional delivery capabilities to help customers accelerate digital transformation and AI-powered innovation.
33% of database admins eye career move as demands increase
0 428Survey finds one in three DBAs eye career move as demands on role increase.
Tenable Co-CEO Mark Thurmond to provide keynote at Black Hat MEA 2025
0 444Attendees are invited to join the keynote address and visit the Tenable booth for live demonstrations of the industry-defining AI-powered Tenable One Exposure Management Platform.
Back by Popular Demand: The Best of Experience 2025
0 231Available across four time zones—including a dedicated META session at 11:00 AM UAE—this is your chance to join the global DEX conversation and see what’s inspiring IT leaders heading into 2026.
“Payments have always been about trust, but they are being redefined by technology.” – Alistair Lukies, Endava
0 472Endava and Paysafe, a leading payments platform, have announced a multi-year strategic partnership to bring smarter payments and next-generation community …
Informatica announces three new strategic innovations with Microsoft
0 319Informatica, a leader in enterprise AI-powered cloud data management, has announced three strategic innovations with Microsoft. The announcement, at the …
“Arabic support for Agentforce is a major milestone for the region.” Mohammed Alkhotani, Salesforce
0 312Salesforce, a global leader in AI CRM, has announced the launch of Agentforce in Arabic, marking a significant milestone in …
92% of industry leaders say geopolitical shifts are increasing data sovereignty risks
0 337New research reveals majority of global industry leaders are reconsidering data strategies amid rising uncertainties and threats.
Frontline investments unlock productivity and profit for manufacturers
0 307New insights and industry sentiment suggest the frontline is becoming a c-suite priority.
OpenText unveils next-generation AI Data Platform
0 382New platform addresses the region’s critical need to transition AI pilots into enterprise-wide value with trusted, context-aware intelligence.
Huawei outlines 5G-A and AI Telecom vision for the GCC Region at MWC25 Doha
0 415Huawei outlines 3A strategy: 5G-A, standalone, and AI to drive 4-7% telecom growth and new revenue models in the GCC.
Amazon invests billions on AI for U.S. agencies
0 472AWS stated the buildout is meant to develop custom AI services, optimise datasets and improve workforce productivity. The cloud giant currently serves more than 11,000 government entities.
MWC25 Doha celebrates MENA potential
0 351Findings indicate MWC25 Doha host country Qatar ranks highest worldwide for enterprise use of AI, big data and private 5G.
T-Mobile looks to strengthen digital transformation with the T-Life app
0 319The app is also in use across T-Mobile’s retail stores and customer care centres.