MENA’s digital economy is learning that every microsecond counts – and AI decides who wins them The Middle East’s digital …
Cloud Box Technologies drives innovation through AI and local expertise
At GITEX 2025, Ranjith Kaippada, Managing Director of Cloud Box Technologies, highlighted how the company is driving innovation, investing in local capabilities, and contributing to the UAE’s bold vision for an AI-powered future.
Planview expands Middle East presence with new DIFC office, AI-driven growth strategy
Vishal Dhawan, Managing Director and President – Asia Pacific & Middle East at Planview, shares how the company is driving digital transformation across the region through AI-powered connected work platforms, strategic alliances, and a strong local presence.
“AI is transforming the way we work, and we want to deliver the best experiences to our customers.” – Peter Oganesean, HP
Peter Oganesean, Managing Director at HP, spoke to CNME Editor Mark Forker during GITEX Global 2025, to outline how their Workforce Experience Platform is transforming experiences, the capabilities of its AI PCs – and the importance of the digital inclusion initiatives in the form of HOPE AND Gaming Garage.
OPSWAT: evolving advanced AI to overcome today’s most challenging cyberthreats
In an exclusive interview at GITEX 2025, Saif Alrefai, Manager of Solutions Engineering, OPSWAT, spoke to Veronica Martin about how the company is protecting critical infrastructure in the Middle East – deploying AI-driven innovation, an elite ‘SWAT’ team, and hands-on experiences putting visitors firmly in the driver’s seat.
“The vision of BeyondTrust inspires me, and I’m so excited to help the company grow.” – Maya Zakhour, BeyondTrust
CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Maya Zakhour, Director of Partner Ecosystem – MEA, at BeyondTrust, to learn more about her new role at the cybersecurity leader, why the vision of the company inspires her every day, and the importance of harnessing the channel community to help BeyondTrust grow across the Middle East region.
ServiceNow committed to ‘driving’ real value for Aston Martin F1
CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Max Eversfield, Senior Advisory Solution Consultation, Global Partnerships and Channels, at ServiceNow, during an …
Planview builds momentum, drives transformation across Middle East
Chief Growth Officer & Head Middle East, Stephen Fernandes, shares his vision for Planview’s regional journey—focusing on partnerships, execution, and AI-powered transformation to help enterprises connect strategy with action.
Hitachi Vantara accelerates UAE’s AI vision through innovation, sustainability, and strategic collaboration
Showcasing a future-ready AI ecosystem at GITEX Global 2025, Hitachi Vantara’s Gulf leadership highlights how advanced infrastructure, responsible AI, and strong industry partnerships are shaping the region’s digital transformation.
Supercharging recovery: Veeam’s model for security in a changing landscape
At GITEX 2025, Tim Pfaelzer, Senior Vice President & General Manager – EMEA, Veeam, told Veronica Martin how the company proritises the region’s key markets and industries, always ensuring enterprise-scale data resilience, and leveraging AI to strengthen security and compliance.
Axis Communications appoints Loubna Imenchal as Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa
Axis Communications appoints Loubna Imenchal as Regional Director for the Middle East and Africa.
Denodo champions a logical-first approach to managing data in the AI era
Denodo, is championing a book entitled Transforming Your Business in the Age of AI. This logical data management strategy is …
“Technology alone cannot drive AI success – people can.” – Iwan Stella, Ericsson
Iwan Stella, VP and Head of Strategy and Commercial Management for EMEA, Ericsson, has penned an op-ed, in which he …
Identity is the New Frontline of Cyber Defence in the Age of AI
With the cybersecurity landscape transforming rapidly, Art Gilliland, Chief Executive Officer at Delinea, discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) is both amplifying opportunity and threat and why identity is emerging as the new frontline in cyber defence, in an interview with Tahawul Tech.
CIO Leadership Awards 2026
The CIO Leadership Awards is an annual event hosted by CPI Media Group that brings key stakeholders from the entire …
Redington aligns with the UAE’s AI-First Vision
Sukhil Nair, President – UAE, Redington, shared insights into the company’s GITEX showcase and how it is enabling partners and customers to embrace the next phase of digital transformation.
Pure Storage powers channel ecosystem and Dubai’s rise as a global tech hub
Samer Semaan, Distribution & Alliances Director, META at Pure Storage, spoke to Sandhya D’Mello, Technology Editor, CPI Media Group, about the company’s commitment to partner development, Dubai’s evolving influence in the global tech landscape, and the growing adoption of subscription-based models that are transforming the future of data management.
Building the infrastructure for an Intelligent Future
ASUS looks to empower the Middle East region via its AI Factory architecture in combination with NVIDIA-accelerated computing.
“Juniper acquisition takes us to a different level.” – Lars Kolendorf, HPE Aruba Networking
CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Lars Kolendorf, Global Vice President, at HPE Aruba Networking, during GITEX Global 2025. …
Infor giving its customers the ‘velocity’ to scale and harness the capabilities of AI
Phil Lewis, Senior Vice President, Solution Consulting International, EMEA & APJ, sat down for a candid conversation with CNME Editor Mark Forker during GITEX Global 2025. Lewis highlighted the impact its Velocity Suite is having in terms of making process innovation easy.