ISSUE # 91
Security Advisor ME January 2025
HOW BUSINESSES CAN COUNTER DARK WEB-DRIVEN CYBER THREATS WITH PROACTIVE INTELLIGENCE AND CUTTING-EDGE SECURITY MEASURES.
Microsoft
Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif President for Europe, Middle East and Africa
Genetec
Genetec: Driving security innovation across Middle East and Africa
Western Digital
Western Digital leads future of storage for AI, Smart Cities, and more Data has become the lifeblood of innovation, powering everything from AI to smart cities.
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 25729SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Blaize makes GITEX debut, champions practical AI for physical world
0 4Dinakar Munagala, Chief Executive Officer of Blaize, shares insights on the company’s sustainable, low-power edge AI solutions and how its programmable platform is driving innovation across smart cities, defense, and education sectors in the Middle East.
Logitech delivering solutions to reimagine and reinvent workspace collaboration
0 23Nathan Coutinho, Global Head of Strategic Partner Relations and Market Inisights, at Logitech, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker during GITEX 2025, to highlight how their product portfolio is driving better experiences in the workplace.
“Our focus is very clear We want to make AI work for our customers.” – Abdelilah Nejjari, Cisco
0 48Abdelilah Nejjari, Managing Director – Gulf and Levant Region at Cisco, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker, in which he highlighted the critical interdependence of networking and security for successful AI adoption, and reinforced their commitment to making AI work for their customers.
JetBrains Junie platform empowering global developer community to do more with AI
0 56CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Mikhail Vink, VP of Business Development at JetBrains, to learn more about how their Junie AI coding platform is completely reimagining the way the global developer community works and dispels the myth that AI will replace developers.
HPE executive details the multifaceted benefits of its Juniper Networks acquisition
0 40Zeeshan Hadi, Country Manager UAE & Africa at HPE Networking, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker, where he explained in detail how the acquisition of Juniper Networks was going to fundamentally redefine the future of networking.
Delinea Iris AI offers a practical solution to the threat posed by identity security
0 32Art Gilliland, CEO of Delinea, outlines how its Iris AI offering is a practical AI solution for identity security, which equips security administrators with the tools they need to fightback during an interview with CNME Editor Mark Forker during GITEX Global 2025.
“We’re focused on using AI tools to empower frontline workers, not replace them.” Hozefa Saylawala – Zebra Technologies
0 50CNME Editor Mark Forker, spoke to Hozefa Saylawala, Director of Sales Middle East - at Zebra Technologies, to learn more about the factors that led to their brand refresh, and the need to keep the human element at the heart of AI.
The Future is Bright! Technology visionaries honoured at the Future Enterprise Awards 2025
0 58Technology trailblazers honoured at the Future Enterprise Awards.
LinkShadow redefines integration with “MeshConnectX” at GITEX Global 2025
0 64LinkShadow Redefines Integration with “MeshConnectX”: Pioneering the Zero-Code Future of Seamless Connectivity.
CPX and Microsoft partner to revolutionise Public Sector Cybersecurity
0 67CPX and Microsoft Join Forces to Strengthen Public Sector Digital Ecosystems Globally with AI-Powered Cyber Defence.
Ruckus Networks leads with Wi-Fi 7 at GITEX 2025
0 66Steve Johnson, VP Regional Sales EMEA, RUCKUS Networks gives a brief overview of their improved connectivity solutions and Wi-Fi 7 capabilities in anticipation of a successful GITEX 2025.
Fortinet to demo SASE solution at GITEX 2025
0 78Shadi Khuffash – Senior Regional Director of South Middle East at Fortinet outlines the value of secure access solutions and …
The rise of the AI co-developer: New ways of building software
0 84AI will evolve from a supportive assistant into a proactive player in coding, testing, and analysis.
Introducing the Logitech MX Master 4
0 80With enhanced stain-resistant materials and a durable design that is easy to maintain, MX Master 4 is built to handle the daily challenges of professional use while providing long-lasting performance.
“AI is the driving force in delivering high-quality education without being limited by physical infrastructure.” – Mohit Bector, ASUS Business
0 108CNME Editor Mark Forker, spoke to Mohit Bector, Commercial Head – UAE and GCC, at ASUS Business, to find out …
“Women in technology are building a future where trust fuels innovation and resilience drive progress.” – Lena Halbourian, Commvault
0 112Lena Halbourian, Senior Regional Head of Marketing Emerging Markets, at Commvault, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker to discuss her …
“Our global consulting strategy gives us scale, intellectual property and proven assets.” – Lula Mohanty, IBM
0 88At GITEX Global 2025, Lula Mohanty, Managing Partner, IBM Consulting Middle East and Africa, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker, …
Coursera’s Skills Tracks set new standard for workforce readiness, says top official
0 99Patrick Supanc, Chief Product Officer at Coursera, discusses how the company’s new Skills Tracks are helping organisations bridge the skills …
Abu Dhabi set to unveil world’s first AI public servant at GITEX Global 2025 today
0 115Dubai — Abu Dhabi is unveiling the world’s first AutoGov function with the latest version of TAMM today at GITEX …
PNY expands its AI offering and expertise
0 98PNY looks to celebrate a double anniversary: 40 years of innovation and 10 years of presence in Dubai with its regional office.
Experience the milestone launch of Planview in the Middle East
0 549Catch up on the momentous Planview Middle East launch event with our highlight reel. The event was a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and transformation under the theme “Accelerating Innovation, Shaping the Future of Business.”
“We are committed to growing together with our partners to consolidate our dominance in the region.” – Fissal Oubida, Lexar
0 119CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Fissal Oubida, General Manager – Middle East, Africa and India, at Lexar, to learn …
GITEX Preview 2025: Where AI, innovation, and cyber resilience shape the future
0 197Dubai is once again at the epicentre of global innovation as GITEX GLOBAL 2025 prepares to open its doors from …
Collaborative ethos power EVAD’s regional success, says CEO & GM Abdullah A. Qaisi
0 194Behind every solution lies a story of people, empathy, and purpose — EVAD proves that meaningful human connections remain the true …
Fady Richmany redefines resilience amid AI disruption and multi-cloud adoption in UAE
0 190Cyber resilience has become the ultimate measure of business survival in a digital-first world. For the UAE—driving ambitious transformation and …
Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025 opens applications for second edition
0 212Dubai — Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company, operating across 10 sectors and 34 countries, has officially opened applications …
Open Innovation AI spotlights Sovereign AI with the support of Global Partners
0 198Together with e&, Dell Technologies, Intel, Cisco, Pure Storage and SUSE, Open Innovation AI will highlight how enterprises and public sector organisations can fast-track their AI journey with trusted, production-ready software platforms.
Riverbed highlights Saudi AI investments and opportunities ahead of GITEX 2025
0 265As the Kingdom continues its digital transformation journey under Vision 2030, it is setting a new benchmark for the effective integration of AI, data, and performance management in enterprise environments.
Commvault reveals the alarming impact of cyberattacks
0 205Survey: While most Dubai consumers trust organisations to protect their data, 44% would consider stopping doing business with an enterprise if a breach occurred.