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 23304SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Cisco committed to addressing cybersecurity skills gap through its networking academy
0 28CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Fady Younes, Managing Director for Cybersecurity at Cisco Middle East, Africa, Türkiye, Romania and …
Serenity CEO outlines how fractional ownership is democratising the real estate sector
0 22CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Venket Naga, CEO of Serenity, to find out how they are turning blockchain …
Dubai gaming expands with 350+ firms and $1Billion economic target under ‘DPG 2033’
0 20The program is overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation and aims to position Dubai among the top 10 cities globally …
Kerno brings advanced IT Manufacturing at ‘Make it in the Emirates’ 2025
0 26Dubai-based company demonstrates live electronics production as it prepares for regional mass manufacturing.
Veeam announces winners for 2024 ProPartner Awards
0 31Veeam celebrates its top performing partners for the Middle East & CIS at ProPartner Summit event in Dubai, recognising their success and commitment to help companies become data resilient.
UAE’s FDI initiative adds AI innovator AVITA
0 28Japanese AI pioneer AVITA joins UAE’s NextGen FDI initiative.
BingX launches BingAI to deliver AI Assistance
0 34BingX Launches BingAI to Deliver Real-Time AI Assistance for Crypto Trader.
Reolink unveils next-gen smart security solutions
0 32By combining reliability, cutting-edge design, and intuitive technology, Reolink is setting a new benchmark for what consumers and businesses can expect from a modern security system in the Middle East.
Belkin unveils new gaming portfolio featuring power-packed charging accessories, gaming essentials
0 259Belkin’s first iteration of gaming accessories will feature products designed to be compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 LOS ANGELES, CA – …
RLUSD approved by DFSA as recognised crypto token for use within DIFC
0 244Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin was approved by the DFSA for use in DIFC. Dubai — Ripple, the leader in enterprise blockchain …
“We are creating the best salespeople on the planet through conversational AI.” – Daniel Wagner, CEO of Rezolve AI
0 278CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with British tech entrepreneur Daniel Wagner, to find out how his company Rezolve AI …
Skills shortage remains a huge problem as Cisco reveals results of its Cybersecurity Readiness Index 2025
0 246Cisco has published the findings of their Cybersecurity Readiness Index, and the pressing need for more skilled cybersecurity professionals has …
AOC retains top position for Gaming Monitors
0 213AGON by AOC named world’s no.1 gaming monitor brand for the 6th consecutive year.
Exelixi AI announces AI Advisory Board
0 205Exelixi AI is pleased to announce the establishment of its world-class Advisory Board with immediate effect.
Vertiv confirms strategic alignment with NVIDIA
0 229Designed for next-generation AI factories, Vertiv’s 800 VDC solutions planned for 2026, in support of NVIDIA rack-scale compute platforms.
Threat Intel must adapt to disruptive adversarial GenAI
0 237How adversaries innovate with GenAI and the case for predictive intelligence.
WSO2 acquires Moesif in next step on strategic roadmap
0 213The move supports WSO2’s strategic roadmap, delivering added value to customers and sustained business growth.
Rise of Fearless unites 2,500+ gamers through African heritage, battle royale
0 237Dubai — Rise of Fearless, a UAE-based mobile gaming platform that merges African storytelling with immersive battle royale gameplay, is …
Forcepoint appoints new CFO to help accelerate growth
0 291Forcepoint Appoints Matt Derdeyn as Chief Financial Officer to Drive Strategic Growth for AI-Powered, Adaptive Data Security.
LinkShadow unveils groundbreaking CyberMeshX Platform
0 328LinkShadow Unveils CyberMeshX Platform: Ushering in the Next Era of Cybersecurity.
Omnix announces new Digitized Construction Workflows Offerings
0 329Omnix Launches Digitized Construction Workflows Offerings to Advance Project Delivery Across the Middle East.
Bybit secures MiCAR License in Austria
0 250UAE-Based Bybit Secures MiCAR License in Austria, Opens European Headquarters in Vienna with Strategic Expansion Plan.
Relive all the thrills from the GovTech Innovation Forum and Awards 2025
0 469The GovTech Innovation Forum and Award 2025 celebrated the pioneering achievements of public sector entities who dedicate themselves and their technology to improving the lives of UAE citizens. Revisit this exceptional evening with our highlight video.
Tenable reveals Global Partner Award winners
0 233Awards celebrate contributions and commitment to customer success in exposure management.
Salesforce’s Middle East partner ecosystem continues to grow
0 222Salesforce reveals the winners of its Middle East Partner Awards at ceremony held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai.
Malaysia and UAE’s Presight deepen digital ties with groundbreaking AI partnership
0 366Kuala Lumpur — Malaysia Madani Artificial Intelligence, a wholly owned entity of the Malaysian Government, and Presight, a UAE-based leading …
“We are a collaborative powerhouse that equips businesses with the right expertise, tools, and strategies to scale.” – Agam Chaudhary, Two99
0 306CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Agam Chaudhary, Founder and CEO of Two99, to better understand how his company …
Aster DM Healthcare recognised for Workplace quality
0 25438 Years of Excellence: Aster DM Healthcare Celebrates Best Workplace Recognition Across the Gulf.
TwitchCon 10th anniversary brings new products and language expansion
0 606New features unveiled at TwitchCon Rotterdam focus on enhancing the mobile experience, expanding monetisation for streamers, and launching right-to-left Arabic …