ISSUE # 85
Security Advisor ME June 2024
SECURITY ADVISOR MIDDLE EAST EXAMINES THE INCREASING RELEVANCE OF THE ZERO TRUST APPROACH IN BUILDING A ROBUST DEFENSE AGAINST ADVANCED …
Gulf IT
Zaeem Qadri, Business Unit Head – Identity & Access Management at Gulf IT, on the key to modern-day security.
Resecurity
Ahmad Halabi, Managing Director at Resecurity, tells Anita Joseph how the company combines the best of human and artificial intelligence to offer a comprehensive, holistic approach to security.
Al Nisr Publishing, Gulf News
Anoop Kumar, Head of Information Security Governance Risk and Compliance at Al Nisr Publishing, Gulf News, discusses the importance of GRC in improving overall security posture.
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 25239SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Intel adjusts 2025 operating expense after selling off stake in Altera
0 17Intel cuts 2025 operating expense after Altera sale.
Space42 and Viasat collaborate to launch Equatys venture
0 16Space42 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 25The 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 34CNME 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 50CNME 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 88Seven 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 109SpaceX in talks with chip vendors over a potential D2D service.
AT&T expresses concerns surrounding copper theft
0 109AT&T cracks down on copper theft with hefty rewards.
ASUS redefines sovereign AI at inaugural ASUS AI Tech Summit in Dubai
0 112ASUS 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 120The 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 127AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds.
HPE announces new cloud instance in the KSA for the HPE Juniper Networking Mist AI-native networking platform
0 244HPE announces new cloud instance in the KSA for the HPE Juniper Networking Mist AI-native networking platform.
iPhone Air suffers delayed China launch over SIM cards
0 205The launch of the Apple iPhone Air in China has been delayed.
Alphabet invests $6.8 billion in the UK’s AI infrastructure
0 228Google owner reveals a substantial AI investment in UK ahead of Trump visit.
Nvidia accused of violating anti-monopoly law
0 202China accuses Nvidia of anti-monopoly breaches in 2020.
A potential breakthrough in US-China TikTok discussions
0 217Trump indicates a breakthrough in US-China TikTok talks is forthcoming.
Japan records record smartphone growth in Q2 2025
0 286Japan records double-digit smartphone growth in Q2 2025.
South Korea wants to keep pace with U.S. and China tech initiatives
0 222South Korea expands AI and tech initiative funds to $108B.
AirPod Pro 3 translation feature blocked in the EU
0 209Apple blocks AirPod translation function in the EU.
Zebra Technologies to launch its Frontline AI Summit
0 224Zebra Technologies Showcases AI for the Frontline at Inaugural Frontline AI Summit.
OpenAI signs MoU with Microsoft
0 271Microsoft and OpenAI are poised to agree on fresh terms as talks continue.
RealVNC announces strategic partnership with Sariya Information Technology
0 209RealVNC Announces Strategic Partnership with Sariya Information Technology to Enhance Remote Access Solutions in the Middle East.
Sectona appoints TechBridge MEA as Regional Distributor
0 174Sectona appoints TechBridge MEA as Regional Distributor to deliver advanced Privileged Access Management Solutions across Middle East and Africa.
Organisations are struggling to keep pace with Cloud Security challenges
0 229Tenable Research shows organisations struggling to keep pace with Cloud Security Challenges.
Kaspersky warns of a credential-stealing campaign on Facebook
0 172The malware itself steals passwords, cookies, screenshots, as well as cryptocurrency wallet data.
Hexnode’s UAE data centre reinforces data sovereignty, compliance and customer trust
0 384Founder and CEO Apu Pavithran outlines how Hexnode’s new UAE-based infrastructure reinforces data sovereignty, compliance, and customer trust. Data sovereignty …
German audio specialist Neumann expands KH monitor line with advanced subwoofers
0 182German audio specialist strengthens its monitoring portfolio with DSP-powered solutions for stereo, surround, and immersive production. German pro audio manufacturer …
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI showcases cutting-edge portable gaming power
0 202Acer’s slim 16-inch laptop blends Intel Core Ultra 9 performance, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics, and AI-driven features into a …