ISSUE # 90
Security Advisor ME December 2024
EXPLORING CORO’S PROACTIVE CYBERSECURITY SOLUTIONS IN THE DYNAMIC DIGITAL LANDSCAPE OF THE MIDDLE EAST, WITH INSIGHTS FROM PIERS MORGAN. SENIOR …
SentinelOne
SentinelOne charts strategic path for 2025 with enhanced cybersecurity initiatives
CISCO
Lothar Renner, Managing Director, Security Sales and Engineering at Cisco EMEA speaks on the important role the Cisco Networking Academy will play in addressing the glaring skills gap globally – and the role of Gen AI in the cybersecurity landscape.
OPSWAT
10 Cybersecurity trends that the critical infrastructure sector should keep an eye on in 2025
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 25314SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Meta announces new additions to its wearable technology portfolio
0 22Meta showcases the next-gen Ray-Ban, Oakley wearables.
Microsoft agrees to support Norwegian AI Infrastructure
0 21Microsoft signs $6.2 Billion deal for AI infrastructure in Norway.
Introducing the Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD
0 30Lexar Professional Go Portable SSD with Hub - An Innovative and Revolutionary Solution for Creators.
Lexar announces stainless-steel SD Cards
0 32The Lexar Recovery Tool helps restore accidentally deleted files.
Balancing innovation while preserving humanity is key in AI era: SAS official
0 67SAS’s Reggie Townsend on why responsible innovation, digital literacy, and empathy are essential to the UAE’s AI-driven future. Reggie Townsend, …
Citi launches transformative AI Tools in the UAE
0 117This broad deployment demonstrates Citi's commitment to empowering its workforce with cutting-edge technology to drive efficiency and enhance service delivery on a global scale.
Bybit signs MOU with Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center to advance Vietnam’s Digital Asset Future
0 119The partnership is key to translating national strategies into local implementation, ensuring that the IFC model is both policy-flexible and risk-controlled - minimizing exposure to threats targeting digital asset ecosystems.
Redington showcases Next-Gen Innovation at COMEX 2025
0 112The highlights of Redington’s participation at COMEX 2025 included ‘The Bridge’, a unique initiative designed to connect global technology brands with local partners and create new avenues for growth.
The Middle East leads the global race to build sovereign AI platforms
0 139Kevin Dallas is responsible for all aspects of the EDB business globally. As CEO, Dallas accelerated the software company’s growth …
“Our collaboration with Grameenphone is a testament to our vision for the future of telecoms” – Sharad Sriwastawa, Rakuten Symphony
0 135Rakuten Symphony and Bangladesh-based mobile network operator Grameenphone, a Telenor Group Company, have announced that they will collaborate on a …
“Our Agentic AI can help users cut through the noise and focus on what matters most” – Eric S. Yuan, Zoom
0 169At this year’s Zoomtopia, Zoom Communications introduced a new era of productivity, intelligent collaboration, and connection, unveiling AI Companion 3.0, …
Chinese flying cars crash at air show rehearsal
0 138Flying cars crash into each other at Chinese air show.
China places a ban on the sale of Nvidia chips to domestic companies
0 162China bans domestic companies from buying Nvidia chips.
Nokia selects former Intel exec as new AI Officer
0 134Pallavi Mahajan has recently been appointed as the new Chief Technology and AI Officer for the Nokia Corporation. The former …
Intel adjusts 2025 operating expense after selling off stake in Altera
0 174Intel cuts 2025 operating expense after Altera sale.
Space42 and Viasat collaborate to launch Equatys venture
0 147Space42 and Viasat to launch Equatys venture with access to world’s largest coordinated Spectrum Block for global direct to device services.
A DEADLY DUO: Cisco report shows that identity threats continue to grow with AI adding complexity
0 175The Cisco Duo report has shown that identity threats are on the rise, and with AI adding a layer of …
“Our DEX platform is all about employee empowerment and delivering frictionless experiences.” – Ahmed Seleem, Nexthink
0 180CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Ahmed Seleem, VP, META at Nexthink, to learn more about how the AI-native company …
“AI Companion 3.0 is closing the gap between communication and execution.” – Mohannad AlKalash, Zoom
0 187CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Mohannad AlKalash, Vice President, Middle East, Turkey, Africa and Pakistan at Zoom Communications, during …
Inception launches seven AI-native products on Microsoft’s Azure Marketplace
0 221Seven AI-native products now available on Azure Marketplace, simplifying worldwide access to scalable and compliant AI solutions for enterprises. Dubai …
SpaceX considers D2D Starlink service
0 220SpaceX in talks with chip vendors over a potential D2D service.
AT&T expresses concerns surrounding copper theft
0 235AT&T cracks down on copper theft with hefty rewards.
ASUS redefines sovereign AI at inaugural ASUS AI Tech Summit in Dubai
0 223ASUS Redefines Sovereign AI with Next-Generation Professional Services at Inaugural ASUS AI Tech Summit in Dubai.
Kaspersky reports increased smartphone attacks in the first half of 2025
0 225The number of mobile banking trojans detected in the first half of 2025 is almost four times more than in the first half of 2024 and over two times more than in the second half of 2024.
AI stethoscopes could revolutionise heart health
0 247AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds.