ISSUE # 2
60mins Day 1 – PM (2024)
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 20465SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
SentinelOne to spotlight AI-driven cybersecurity at LEAP 2025
0 17The company will showcase its AI-powered cybersecurity solutions including advanced EDR, XDR, and ITDR solutions designed to deliver autonomous protection against evolving cyber threats.
Sophos to showcase its AI-driven advanced cybersecurity solutions at LEAP 2025
0 16Sophos to showcase its AI-driven advanced cybersecurity solutions at LEAP 2025.
ASBIS and Switchitech Inc. forge partnership to drive retail success across MEA
0 27As part of Switchitech’s expansion plan, the company plans to deploy regional resources in strategic locations to ensure localized expertise and seamless execution.
Microsoft showcases remarkable innovations accelerating AI transformation across the UAE
0 28Microsoft highlighted groundbreaking AI applications transforming industries and driving economic growth across the UAE, reinforcing the nation’s position as a leading hub for digital innovation.
ServiceNow and Google Cloud expand partnership to deliver AI-powered tools to millions of users
0 67ServiceNow to integrate Workflow Data Fabric and cross‑enterprise workflows with Google Cloud's AI infrastructure, development platforms, and productivity tools.
Immerso and Everdome to drive innovation in the metaverse through AI-powered experiences
0 65Together, they aim to transform how audiences engage with entertainment in the digital era.
“NIS2 directive is a mature recognition of the value digitalisation brings to our lives” – Jens Monrad, Mandiant
0 116CNME Editor Mark Forker managed to secure an exclusive interview with cybersecurity expert Jens Monrad, Head of Mandiant Intelligence for …
Interview: Group14 CEO Rick Luebbe on why silicon batteries can ‘electrify everything’
0 123CNME Editor Mark Forker sat down with Rick Luebbe, CEO and Co-Founder of Group14, to hear how his company is …
eZhire turns to NetSuite to accelerate its expansion
0 167NetSuite helps on-demand car rental platform optimise financial processes, increase visibility across business lines, and efficiently scale its operations.
ESET discovers new China-aligned APT group and its supply chain attack on South Korean VPN service
0 176ESET Research has discovered a previously undetected China-aligned Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, PlushDaemon, engaged in cyberespionage operations.
IFS announces outstanding 2024 financial results driven by increase in demand for Industrial AI
0 193IFS announces outstanding 2024 financial results driven by increase in demand for Industrial AI.
Watch the exciting highlights from the Reseller Awards 2024
0 164These awards serve as a platform to recognize and applaud companies and individuals that have demonstrated unparalleled excellence, leadership and innovation in this vibrant field. Catch up on this exciting ceremony below.
Bybit unveils Crypto Ark experience store in Dubai, elevating Web3 community engagement
0 252A Groundbreaking Hub for Web3 Innovation and Community Building.
NTT DATA to showcase cutting-edge technologies at LEAP 2025
0 267NTT DATA will also showcase its healthcare solutions that aims to transform patient care and operational workflows, alongside its robust cybersecurity offerings designed to counter evolving digital threats.
TechBridge MEA to distribute Cywareness Cyber Training Platform in the Middle East
0 262Cywareness, a provider of AI-driven cyber awareness training solutions, has partnered with TechBridge MEA to distribute its platform across the Middle East and Africa, helping organisations combat the growing wave of cyberattacks in the region.
e& joins forces with NYU Abu Dhabi to advance 6G research
0 266Partnership aims to strengthen industry-academia collaboration with a focus on 6G research, and youth empowerment initiatives.
Proofpoint named a leader in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™
0 268Gartner evaluated 14 vendors for its 2024 report and recognised Proofpoint as a Leader for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision.
Secure Domains brings cutting-edge DNS protection to MENA region
0 382Dubai’s homegrown cybersecurity startup launches the region’s first cloud-based DNS firewall service, strengthening digital defense for businesses across MENA. Dubai-resident, …
SANS Cyber Academies: Building the cyber workforce of tomorrow
0 419Empowering cybersecurity defenders with tailored training, global certifications, and inclusive opportunities In today’s digital age, cyber threats are evolving at …
TotalEnergies chooses IFS for global asset management transformation
0 349IFS solution will complete energy giant’s strategic industry backbone, integrating with TotalEnergies’ global ERP to turbocharge asset performance and profitability …
Dubai Computer Group announces new board and executive committee for the 2025/2026
0 383The group remains committed to advancing the IT sector and supporting its members through strategic initiatives and partnerships.
Tenable plans to acquire Vulcan Cyber and accelerate leadership in exposure management
0 357Vulcan Cyber’s capabilities will augment Tenable’s industry-leading Exposure Management platform, enhancing customers’ ability to consolidate exposures across their security stack, prioritise risks and streamline remediation efforts across the entire attack surface.
Mecomed launches Distributors’ Network to advance MedTech industry in the MEA region
0 307Mecomed Launches Distributors’ Network to Advance MedTech Industry Collaboration in the MEA Region.
Arab Bank Group achieves record net profit of USD 1 Billion for 2024, 40% cash dividends
0 293Based on this record performance, the Board of Directors has recommended to the shareholders the distribution of 40% cash dividends.
CISOs gain influence in the C-Suite and boardrooms worldwide
0 343New Global Survey Finds 82% of CISOs Now Report Directly to the CEO, an Increase from 47% in 2023; 83% Participate in Board Meetings Somewhat Often or Most of the Time.
Commercial Bank of Dubai advances UAE’s AI vision through Copilot ‘Promptathon’ with Microsoft
0 361As an early adopter of Microsoft Copilot, CBD’s Promptathon aims to harness the power of prompt engineering to drive internal efficiencies and enhance ‘ways of working’.
Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif President for Europe, Middle East and Africa
0 339With over 34 years of experience in technology and business growth, Abu-Ltaif will lead Microsoft across more than 120 markets in EMEA, driving digital transformation for customers and partners in the era of agentic AI.
Health Authorities gather in Dubai for 2025 MEA MedTech Regulatory Summit
0 348135 Global Regulators, Health Authorities, Notified Bodies and Industry Partners Gather in Dubai for 2025 MEA MedTech Regulatory Summit.
Introducing the Application Delivery Top 10
0 367Lori MacVittie, F5 Distinguished Engineer, discusses the top challenges organisations encounter on their journey to deliver and secure every application and API, anywhere.