With the increasing number and frequency of sophisticated attacks on the banking sector in the region, the need to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity programme is now more pertinent than ever.
Why partner trainings are vital for the channel business
Inadequate skillsets and lack of effective trainings around existing and emerging technologies continue to be one of the biggest challenges in the regional IT channel. Reseller ME speaks to industry players to understand how trainings can be made an intrinsic part and parcel of everyday channel business.
Bahrain authority recognises InfoWatch’s contribution to cybersecurity
Russian information security company InfoWatch Group has been recognised at the Bahrain Technology Awards, which was held during GITEX Technology Week.
Cyber-attackers can soon hack brains and manipulate memories, experts warn
In the future, cyber-attackers may be able to exploit memory implants to steal, spy on, alter or control human memories. …
Redington Value unveils new cloud platform at GITEX 2018
Regional value-added distributor Redington Value is presenting its extensive portfolio with an emphasis on emerging and advanced technologies such as …
New Facebook security mishap: what you need to know
Facebook reported its worst security breach ever. TahawulTech.com spoke to several security experts who shared insights about the latest cyber incident and advice on how users can be safe online.
Future Security Awards
TahawulTech.com lauds security innovation and leadership
TahawulTech.com Future Security Awards celebrated and recognised accomplishments in the regional IT security landscape.
Demand for more “versatile” malware on the rise: study
International demand for multifunctional malware that are flexible enough to perform almost any task are on the rise, according to the latest research by Kaspersky Lab.
Financial sector top target for phishing attacks: report
In the second quarter of 2018, Kaspersky Lab’s anti-phishing technologies prevented over 107 million attempts to visit phishing pages, of which 35.7 percent were related to financial services and targeting customers through fake banking or payment pages.
Thousands of Android devices get stolen every month: study
An average of 23,000 Android devices are being reported lost or stolen per month, according to the latest figures from Kaspersky Lab’s Anti-Theft feature in its Kaspersky Internet Security for Android.
Cybercriminals gain $10M in profit from crypto schemes
The development of cryptocurrency is not only attracting investors, but also cybercriminals seeking to boost their profits, according to the latest insights from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab.
Mobile use in UAE workplace put corporate data at risk: study
Increasing workforce mobility comes a growing risk of cyber threats, according to Kaspersky Lab, 42 million attack attempts on mobile devices were registered in 2017.
Are mobile apps spying on UAE residents?
The monitoring capabilities of mobile apps are becoming a concern for users, with 58 percent of UAE residents saying they are uncomfortable with sharing their location information with websites and apps.
Philips and AOC sign up New Solutions to boost Saudi channel base
MMD, the brand license partner for Philips displays and AOC monitors, has partnered together with Riyadh-based distributor, New Solutions …
Security at your fingertips: how to craft a strong password
There have been predictions that password use would decline thanks to alternative methods of authentication, yet the need to register for countless websites and online services means that we are actually employing more of them than ever.
UAE users fail to password-protect their mobile devices
Nearly half (47 percent) of people in the UAE are still failing to protect their mobile devices, and only 25 percent using anti-theft solutions, which means pick pocketers that get their hands on a smartphone could be in for more of a treat than even they hope for.
Meet the judges: Future Enterprise Awards reveals expert panel
The judging panel features a collection of the Middle East’s digital leaders across a range of industries – many of whom have brought transformative strategies to their respective organisations in recent years, and know first-hand what it takes to be a truly innovative business.
SMBs still struggle with over-complicated IT infrastructure
As their businesses grow, companies increasingly embrace new business tools and cloud services in an attempt to make their employees’ working lives more efficient and flexible, as well as reduce expenditures.
FIFA World Cup WiFi hotspots unsecure: study
Football fans heading to Russia for the World Cup 2018 have been warned to be on their guard when connecting to local Wi-Fi networks, researchers at Kaspersky Lab warned.
Football fans fall prey to World Cup phishing scams
Kaspersky Lab experts have identified phishing emails from fraudsters offering users the chance to snap up much sought after ‘guest’ tickets to the 2018 FIFA World Cup – but at a higher price than fans bargained for.