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Security Advisor ME November 2016
NANJGEL SOLUTIONS’ MD TALKS ABOUT THE FUTURE OF INFORMATION SECURITY
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 19323SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
UAE pioneers AI revolution with strategic investments and policies
0 44Dubai — The UAE stands at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its socio-economic framework, indicating a transformative …
Chainalysis enhances portfolio with Hexagate acquisition, adds world-class prevention capabilities
0 142Dubai — Chainalysis has announced its acquisition of Hexagate, the leading provider of Web3 security solutions that detect and mitigate …
UAE residents favour family-friendly, smart home gifts, says Yango Group survey
0 194Dubai — The UAE’s growing fascination with technology is demonstrated in a recent survey by Researchscape International, commissioned by Yango …
Vertiv acquires Centrifugal Chiller Technology to broaden global solutions portfolio
0 204China-based company BSE specializes in both water-cooled and air-cooled systems with up to 5.5 MW of cooling capacity, as well …
Technology partners predict major revenue shift to AI, citing infrastructure, cybersecurity, and customer experience as key drivers in the UAE
0 210DUBAI – Cisco, the worldwide leader in networking and security, released findings from its new Cisco Global AI Partners Study. …
BuzzAR CEO on a mission to digitise people, places and payments in the KSA
0 249CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Bell Beh, Group CEO and Co-Founder of BuzzAR, to find out how their …
UAE pioneers crypto innovation, offering a model for GCC countries
0 310The UAE has established itself as a global crypto hub, and as the price of BTC surpassed $100,000 last week, …
The Hashgraph Group secures ADGM VC fund manager license; to launch $100m Web3 venture fund in ADGM
0 288The Hashgraph Association (THA) to contribute the first $20 million to the fund, targeting strategic investments in both start-ups and …
“Our solutions empower industries and businesses to operate smarter and more sustainably.” – Dr. Adel Alsharji, Presight
0 291Dr. Adel Alsharji, COO of Presight, tells CNME Editor Mark Forker, how the company’s suite of solutions and services are …
Lantronix partners with TechBridge Distribution MEA to elevate IoT connectivity in the Middle East
0 315Lantronix Inc., a global leader in IoT compute and connectivity IoT solutions, recently announced its strategic partnership with TechBridge Distribution MEA.
Hackers stole US$2.2 billion in crypto through 2024, Chainalysis Research
0 4612024 marks the fourth consecutive year in which hackers stole more than US$1Billion worth of crypto assets.
Hisense unveils newest smart home and AI innovations at CES 2025
0 367Visit Hisense at Booth 16625 in Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Centre to see live demonstrations and a first-hand look at the latest innovations to “AI Your Life”.
Huawei ranked first in IDC’s global wearables market for first three quarters of 2024
0 359These strategic moves have reinforced Huawei as a leader in the wearables industry, captivating users worldwide, and solidifying its commitment to delivering exceptional products across the globe.
Exploring and mitigating AI-driven cybercrime
0 443Derek Manky, Chief Security Strategist & Global VP Threat Intelligence | Board Advisor, Threat Alliances at FortiGuard Labs, explores not only the risks but also the groundbreaking efforts, such as Fortinet’s collaboration with UC Berkeley, to address AI challenges through global partnerships and innovative defence strategies.
Kingston Technology outlines strategic vision for 2025: Innovating the future of memory and storage
0 335At the heart of this vision is Kingston’s unwavering dedication to research and development, which fuels the creation of next-generation memory and storage solutions that redefine performance, reliability, and scalability.
Virgin Mobile UAE simplify eSIM activation for tourists with new facial recognition technology
0 361Virgin Mobile UAE simplify eSIM activation for tourists with new facial recognition technology.
Driving the Future of Critical Infrastructure in the Middle East & Globally: A Conversation with Vertiv CEO Giordano Albertazzi
0 447Giordano Albertazzi, CEO of Vertiv, discusses the company's ambitious vision for the future, their strategic expansion into Riyadh, and the transformative plans they have set in motion for 2025 and beyond.
35 years of ransomware: Evolution and lessons
0 322As ransomware marks 35 years since its inception, Fady Younes reflects on its evolution—from the first primitive attacks to the complex global threats we see today. The piece also highlights key lessons learned and strategies to prepare for the future, especially in light of cybersecurity trends in the UAE.
WSO2 expands executive team to advance customer adoption worldwide
0 339Jeff Paul joins WSO2 as senior vice president and global head of sales; Isabelle Mauny joins WSO2 as vice president and chief developer advocate.
New Cisco survey shows strong relationship between privacy awareness and trust in AI
0 32330% of Generative AI users enter personal or confidential information into these tools despite 84% saying they are concerned about data entered in GenAI going public.
Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar deploy customised ATEX-certified solution on an offshore site
0 403The deployment enables new opportunities for Ooredoo to deliver high-quality 4G network connectivity with enhanced safety, meeting the needs of hazard-prone industries where performance and safety are top priorities.
Huawei leads ICT talent ecosystem expansion in the Middle East & Central Asia
0 324Empowering a prosperous future: Huawei leads ICT talent ecosystem expansion in the Middle East & Central Asia.
UAE-founded Revibe raises US$7 Million Series A to expand sustainable tech business
0 314This round adds to the US$2.3 million the firm raised in seed funding last year, and will be directed towards expansion of geographic footprint, and customer care and quality assurance teams.
Positive Technologies: hackers target IT specialists as a stepping stone to larger attacks
0 422Positive Technologies: hackers target IT specialists as a stepping stone to larger attacks.
New 2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report reveals evolving trends in the META markets
0 300New 2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report reveals evolving trends in the META markets.
AWR launches “Mobility and Sustainability through Arts”
0 325AWR Launches "Mobility and Sustainability through Arts" Initiative by ZEEKR in Collaboration with ZeeArts Gallery at American University of Sharjah.
Shaping the future of connectivity with 5G Network APIs
0 289Lucky La Riccia, Vice President and Head of Cloud Software and Services at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, explores how 5G network APIs are unlocking unprecedented opportunities for developers, enterprises, and service providers, enabling innovation and creating new revenue streams.
Strengthen software supply chain and governance for better AI system cybersecurity
0 297As the range of AI solutions grows within a company so does the AI surface attack area, along with sophisticated AI tools for bad actors to use. Governments, regional legislators and the private sector are taking these threats seriously.
“Any organisation can take advantage of Apache Flink – scaling, securing, and managing it with ease to unlock innovation without limits.” – Shaun Clowes, Confluent
0 312Confluent, Inc., the data streaming pioneer, announced the general availability of Confluent Platform for Apache Flink® with added enterprise-level security …