The banking industry in the GCC will not promote senior executives who fear or are ignorant of technology, says Commercial …
Why ME firms need to care about the new data protection law
Rashmi Knowles, field CTO, EMEA, RSA, discusses how the new EU General Data Protection Regulation will impact Middle East firms and how they can prepare for it.
Apple releases OS updates to get rid of bugs
It’s time to update all your Apple gear. A relative minor point update update has reportedly been released for iOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
6 ways hackers exploit machine learning tools
Machine learning algorithms will improve security solutions, helping human analysts triage threats and close vulnerabilities quicker. But they are also going to help threat actors launch bigger, more complex attacks.
Why CISOs should think of cybersecurity as a business enabler
On the sidelines of the RSA Conference in Abu Dhabi, Qualys CISO Mark Butler sat down with Security Advisor ME …
Is Snapchat safe for kids?
Snapchat is a social network with a difference. Unlike others (including Instagram and Facebook), the photos and videos – Snaps – which are shared disappear after a certain period of time, which is chosen by the sender.
New malware found spying on Android users
The implant, named Skygofree, is designed for targeted cyber-surveillance, possibly as an ‘offensive security’ product.
Drone Zone and AI conference among new features at Intersec 2018
Intersec 2018 attendance figures are expected to hit more than 32,000 – compared to just 3,100 at the inaugural event in 1999.
YouGov launches purely digital research services
Global data and analytics company YouGov has made its research has announced its shift to a purely digital operation in the Middle East and North Africa.
The big picture: why adaptability is king
In an era of unprecedented change, there is broad agreement that problem-solving, critical thinking and adaptability skills are more important to the IT industry than they have ever been.
Revealed: Tahawul Tech’s top tech vendors of 2018
As a prelude to the inaugural Masters of Tech Awards, the CNME editorial team decided to give its own take …
HP assists retailers to customise in-store experiences
Ahead of the retail show NRF in New York, HP has expanded its retail solutions line for retailers by unveiling …
Why Amazon is the new Microsoft
The Amazon Alexa platform dominated CES this year. The virtual assistant is shaping up to be the most important new …
Facebook to bring more ‘meaningful’ content to your news feeds
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced changes to how it will rank the posts, videos and photos that appear in its users’ News Feeds and prioritise ‘meaningful’ content.
Genetec reveals Intersec Dubai 2018 lineup
Genetec will showcase its latest unified security technology solutions and initiatives at Intersec Dubai 2018, set to take place from …
How Gartner believes AI will transform smartphones
Artificial intelligence features will become a critical product differentiator for smartphone vendors in acquiring new customers, according to Gartner. …
WhatsApp update enables quick switch from voice to video calls
According to WABetaInfo, when users are in a WhatsApp voice call and want to switch to video, they just need to tap a button to make the switch.
HP debuts new products at CES 2018
HP, Inc. has unveiled a series of new products at the on-going CES 2018 taking place in Las Vegas. The …
Sony’s Fast Hybrid AF Camcorders launch in Middle East
Sony has announced the launch of two new 4K HDR camcorders featuring its Fast Hybrid AF system: the XDCAM PXW-Z90 …
STC to build MENA’s largest NOC
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has announced the start of constructing the largest network operations centre (NOC) in MENA, in order …