ISSUE # 2
60mins Day 2 – LEAP 2024
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 20380SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
Secure Domains brings cutting-edge DNS protection to MENA region
0 74Dubai’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 98Empowering 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 116IFS 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 129The 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 120Vulcan 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 121Mecomed 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 115Based 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 119New 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 199As 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 223With 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 249135 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 226Lori MacVittie, F5 Distinguished Engineer, discusses the top challenges organisations encounter on their journey to deliver and secure every application and API, anywhere.
Kyndryl to fast-track LEAP 2025 visitors in reimagining their digital transformation
0 219In Saudi Arabia, Kyndryl has been a trusted partner to both public and private sector customers, supporting government entities and organisations in their digital transformation journeys, in alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
Raqmiyat reimagines talent management with industry-wide solutions
0 240Raqmiyat Manpower LLC broadens its scope from IT staffing to full-spectrum talent management solutions, aiming for sustainable growth and wider …
Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif president for Europe, ME and Africa
0 219With over 34 years of experience in technology and business growth, Abu-Ltaif will lead Microsoft across more than 120 markets …
Qlik & Redington join forces to ignite MEA’s $3B AI revolution
0 218Redington’s regional expertise and vast partner network will enable businesses across MEA to leverage Qlik’s trusted data integration, analytics, and AI solutions for transformative results.
ServiceNow announces launch of powerful new ‘AI Agent Control Tower’
0 213Powerful new AI Agent Orchestrator brings order to chaos, ensuring teams of AI agents work in harmony across tasks, systems, and departments.
How edge devices are becoming hackers’ gateway into Industrial IoT
0 218How edge devices are becoming hackers’ gateway into Industrial IoT.
Kickstart your wellness journey with Apple Watch’s powerful health features
0 412The New Year is the perfect time to focus on health and wellness, with many looking for smarter ways to …
Regional Channel Businesses raise the bar at the Reseller Partner Excellence Awards 2024!
0 295The event acclaims players who have excelled through a dedicated channel approach, by sustaining and driving their business despite challenging market circumstances, and by leading the space with pioneering strategies and solutions.
Mobile is where sustainability and security can align with ease
0 289As sustainability reporting becomes more important in companies, it could help uncover hidden malware.
GoDaddy Airo: An AI-powered revolutionary solution for UAE entrepreneurs
0 341With 92% of UAE Entrepreneurs Ready to Embrace AI, GoDaddy Airo Delivers the Solutions They Need to Stay Ahead.
SAS forecasts AI reality over hype for health care and life sciences in 2025
0 336Pharma and health care industries take deliberate steps, not leaps, toward AI innovation and digital transformation.
How is DeepSeek disrupting the AI sector?
0 322The company has attracted attention in global AI circles after writing that the training of DeepSeek-V3 required less than $6 million worth of computing power from Nvidia H800 chips.
Avanade appoints Adel Daira as UAE Country Manager
0 383Adel's appointment comes at a pivotal time as AI trends in the UAE continue to evolve. The region is witnessing a surge in AI applications, from smart traffic control systems to AI-powered healthcare solutions.
Dataiku surpasses US$300M ARR milestone
0 377Dataiku Surpasses $300M ARR Milestone, Accelerating GenAI Adoption and ROAI in Global Enterprises.
Genetec highlights top physical security trends for 2025
0 411In 2025, the physical security industry will focus on ways to maximize existing investments to enhance security, increase efficiency, and boost collaboration between teams.
Bybit’s Shunyet Jan explores the future of crypto trading at iFX EXPO
0 362The iFX EXPO remains a vital platform for fostering dialogue and collaboration among industry leaders, and Shunyet’s contributions underscore Bybit’s commitment to advancing the cryptocurrency space.
Salesforce pledges to upskill 30,000 Saudi citizens in AI, as it announces new regional HQ in Riyadh
0 450Salesforce, has announced plans to expand its presence in Saudi Arabia with a new regional headquarters in Riyadh. Salesforce also …