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
OPSWAT Announced GITEX Global 2024 Pation Under Theme of ‘Future Forward Critical Infrastructure Protection’
Vectra AI
Vectra AI:Tackling identity breaches and adopting cloud security innovation
Securityscorecard
Middle Eastern firms surpass European counterparts in cybersecurity, says report by Securityscorecard.
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 18844SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Yasmina Max unveils most powerful interactive smart speaker with human-like AI
0 90Dubai — Yango Group, a global tech company, introduces its flagship smart speaker, Yasmina Max. Equipped with the human-like AI …
Kaspersky partner with UAE cybersecurity council for a report designed to tackle the complexities of ‘digital parenting’
0 112Kaspersky, in collaboration with the UAE Cyber Security Council, has released a report entitled “Growing Up Online”, exploring the nuances …
“Our UPS system is engineered to maximize reliability and minimize footprint and complexity,” – Giovanni Zanei, Vertiv
0 120Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has introduced the Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000, an energy-efficient, high-power …
SAS 2025 predictions: AI is going to get specialised and sustainable
0 131AI has dominated the headlines – and tech industry predictions – for the past few years. Will 2025 be any …
“61% of employees in the Middle East want formal training in Generative AI” – Thibault Dousson, Lenovo
0 106Thibault Dousson, Director, META, Solutions and Services Group, Lenovo, has highlighted some key trends from their Global CIO report for …
“Organisations need to adopt an ‘identity-first’ approach to security” Lothar Renner, Cisco
0 141CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Lothar Renner, Managing Director, Security Sales and Engineering at Cisco EMEA, ahead of their …
Veeam Software welcomes new investors with a $15 billion valuation
0 93Insight Partners owned Veeam expands investor base in a $2 billion secondary equity offering led by TPG with participation from …
“Our new Mx11 family enables our customers access to a new level of capacity and total cost of ownership” – Larry Martinez-Palomo, Toshiba
0 179Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) announces the Mx11 family of helium-sealed Enterprise Capacity HDDs. The Mx11 family includes the MG11 …
UAE technology powerhouse secures investment of $5 million to scale their decentralised network towards 1bn users
0 166The Binary Holdings, a UAE-based technology powerhouse valued at $16.9 billion, today announced a strategic investment of up to $5 …
SAS partners with Artificial Intelligence Office and EHRDC to train 5,000 Emirati students
0 236In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council to enhance national talents.
More than four in five UAE businesses have a ‘clear, shared vision’ for AI: ServiceNow research
0 225Report shows nation steaming towards AI maturity; three in five businesses have appointed an AI officer; 77% have boosted budgets; returns accruing even in absence of AI maturity.
Portworx by Pure Storage extends platform capabilities to accelerate next-gen Kubernetes workloads
0 273Portworx by Pure Storage extends platform capabilities to accelerate next-gen Kubernetes workloads.
Tenable highlights Toxic Cloud Trilogy at BlackHat MEA 2024
0 204At the event Tenable will showcase its AI-powered Cloud Security solution that supports securing The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia's Cloud-First, Digital Vision 2030.
AIQ and WWT partner to drive AI transformation in the energy sector
0 221AIQ and WWT will collaborate to accelerate the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions as part of their AI Lab as a Service program.
How is technology constantly reshaping the banking industry?
0 258Aladdin Al Deesi, EVP - Head of Mashreq Gold, Emirati & Distribution at Mashreq, discusses how technology rests at the heart of the modern financial landscape.
Halcyon closes $100M Series C funding round at $1 billion valuation
0 234Evolution Equity Partners Values Anti-Ransomware Leader at $1B for Potential to Eliminate the Business Impact of Ransomware.
MDS SI Group ranked #1 in UAE and among top 5 in KSA by leading analyst firm
0 417MDS System Integration (SI) Group continues to cement its leadership in the GCC’s IT services industry, with the latest IDC Semiannual Services Tracker 2023 H2 ranking the company #1 in the UAE and among the Top 5 in Saudi Arabia for 2023 market share.
Human robotics, world record hackathons, and exploration of AI take spotlight at Black Hat MEA
0 332Experts outline how Generative AI will create cross-sector opportunities with life sciences primed for a US$450 billion investment.
Saudi woman makes history: patents world’s first non-depreciating crypto asset
0 346Revolutionary cryptocurrency Designed for 18-30% Annual Growth Secures WIPO PCT Patent.
Appknox announces launch in Saudi Arabia to bolster AI-driven mobile application security
0 255Global leader in mobile app security brings advanced capabilities and local compliance measures to the Kingdom, unveiling innovations at Black Hat MEA 2024.
The urgent case for infrastructure modernisation in the Middle East
0 298Pieter W Bil - Senior Vice President, Managing Director for Kyndryl Middle East and Africa, discusses the results of their latest readiness report and the need to replace legacy technology in order to combat security risks.
How to build the software model for a smart and intelligent robot with customised services
0 296Mohammed Aldousari, Regional Robotics Lead, PROVEN Robotics, discusses the traits of the ideal software model that one should use whilst building smart robots.
ESET to showcase advanced MDR service at Black Hat MEA 2024 in Riyadh
0 324The global leader in cybersecurity company highlights a strategic focus on the Saudi Arabian market and regional growth.
Black Hat MEA 2024 opens in Riyadh, marking global cybersecurity show’s largest edition yet
0 336Global sector leaders to deliver key industry insights as part of an Executive Summit as Riyadh strengthens its reputation as a global hub for cybersecurity.
OPSWAT at Black Hat MEA 2024: Leading the way in critical infrastructure security
0 323The key to securing critical infrastructure lies in the ability to adapt and evolve as threats become more sophisticated.
LinkShadow to showcase latest DSPM and NDR innovation at Black Hat MEA 2024
0 375This cutting-edge technology is poised to redefine how organisations safeguard their sensitive data in an increasingly complex and dynamic digital landscape.
Mecomed launches Women in MedTech Network to empower female leaders
0 493The launch event featured key sessions on the network's vision and objectives, an introduction to the mentorship program, and networking opportunities.
At Black Hat MEA 2024, StarLink will showcase AI-powered cybersecurity solutions
0 330The much-anticipated Black Hat MEA is emerging as a leading innovation platform in KSA and the wider region attracting cybersecurity experts and enterprises from across the Middle East and Africa.
Endava appoints Andrew Rossiter to spearhead their Google Cloud practice across the MENA region
0 441Following a year of impressive growth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Endava, a leading provider of …