ISSUE # 89
Security Advisor ME November 2024
DISCOVER HOW THE MIDDLE EAST IS SETTING NEW STANDARDS IN CYBERSECURITY, OUTPACING GLOBAL TRENDS AND SAFEGUARDING DIGITAL FRONTIERS.
OPSWAT
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Vectra AI
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Securityscorecard
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What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 23327SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
ruya unveils AI-generated brand film: “You’ve Got Better Things to Do”
0 27UAE’s first digital Islamic community bank uses AI to reflect its vision of effortless, technology-driven banking for business owners. Ajman …
Apple Intelligence adds more powerfu new capabilities across Apple devices
0 30Developers can now access the Apple Intelligence on-device foundation model to power private, intelligent experiences within their apps. CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA …
Apple boosts iPhone experience with iOS 26
0 30The release delivers a stunning new design, powerful Apple Intelligence capabilities, new ways to stay connected in the Phone and …
iPadOS 26 introduces powerful features pushing capabilities and versatility
0 32iPadOS 26 brings a new design, an entirely new powerful and intuitive windowing system; new features powered by Apple Intelligence, …
macOS Tahoe 26 makes Mac more capable, productive, and intelligent
0 33Introducing a stunning new design, more Continuity experiences with the Phone app and Live Activities, the biggest update to Spotlight …
watchOS 26 delivers more personalised ways to stay active, healthy, and connected
0 41A new software design makes using Apple Watch even more delightful, Workout Buddy brings a first-of-its-kind workout experience with Apple …
Smart Cities need Smart Emergency Services to provide frontline connectivity
0 41Frontline public safety professionals need mobile digitisation, digitised asset management and critical communications solutions.
Apple opens its AI to developers
0 34This modest update of software and services lays the groundwork for future advances.
visionOS 26 introduces powerful new spatial experiences for Apple Vision Pro
0 59Widgets become spatial and anchor in a user’s space, Personas are more expressive and realistic, and new APIs unleash exciting …
Amazon to invest $20bn in cloud infrastructure
0 44The investment in Pennsylvania comes less than a week after Amazon said it will invest $10 billion in North Carolina and announced plans to invest more than $5 billion in its new cloud infrastructure in Taiwan.
Apple TV brings redesign, enhanced entertainment experience to home
0 67tvOS 26 elevates the Apple TV design featuring Liquid Glass, along with updates to Sing in Apple Music with iPhone. …
NVIDIA CEO says UK needs more computing power to develop AI
0 46FCA to launch new framework for firms to test AI tools.
AirPods software updates enhance calls and content capture
0 46Apple previewed studio-quality audio recording and camera remote features for AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and …
OpenAI’s annualized revenue hits $10 billion
0 53OpenAI's revenue milestone shows how far ahead the company is in revenue scale compared to its competitors.
Apple supercharges tools, technologies for developers to foster creativity, innovation, and design
0 51Access to the on-device Apple Intelligence model, large language model integration in Xcode, and an elegant new software design across …
Catch up on the highlights from Bespin Global’s recent roundtable
0 85The company recently outlined how their agile product portfolio is designed to help public sector enterprise navigate and circumvent issues they face when migrating to public sovereign cloud models, during an exclusive roundtable.
Cisco committed to addressing cybersecurity skills gap through its networking academy
0 99CNME 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 72CNME 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 65The 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 128Dubai-based company demonstrates live electronics production as it prepares for regional mass manufacturing.
Veeam announces winners for 2024 ProPartner Awards
0 80Veeam 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 78Japanese AI pioneer AVITA joins UAE’s NextGen FDI initiative.
BingX launches BingAI to deliver AI Assistance
0 101BingX Launches BingAI to Deliver Real-Time AI Assistance for Crypto Trader.
Reolink unveils next-gen smart security solutions
0 90By 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 442Belkin’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 347Ripple’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 326CNME 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 342Cisco 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 250AGON by AOC named world’s no.1 gaming monitor brand for the 6th consecutive year.