ISSUE # 389
CNME January 2025
CNME EDITOR MARK FORKER TAKES A LOOK AT THE STARGATE PROJECT, THE $500BN INVESTMENT ANNOUNCED BY THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION THAT …
Mandiant
Jens Monrad, Head of Mandiant Intelligence for EMEA, outlines what the next phase of AI security is going to look like in 2025.
Group14
Rick Luebbe, Co-Founder and CEO of energy leader Group14, explains why silicon batteries can really drive the electrification process on a global scale.
Liferay
Moussalam Dalati, General Manager of MEA and France at Liferay, details the unique capabilities of its Digital Experience Platform, which he claims delivers 'seamless digital experiences'.
What’s Inside
Security Operations Centres to face greater challenges in the coming year
0 20419SOCs to face greater challenges from cybercriminals targeting governments and media.
“NIS2 directive is a mature recognition of the value digitalisation brings to our lives” – Jens Monrad, Mandiant
0 23CNME 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 26CNME 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 72NetSuite 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 72ESET 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 87IFS announces outstanding 2024 financial results driven by increase in demand for Industrial AI.
Watch the exciting highlights from the Reseller Awards 2024
0 75These 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 163A Groundbreaking Hub for Web3 Innovation and Community Building.
NTT DATA to showcase cutting-edge technologies at LEAP 2025
0 178NTT 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 187Cywareness, 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 189Partnership 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 191Gartner 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 307Dubai’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 357Empowering 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 295IFS 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 340The 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 315Vulcan 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 262Mecomed 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 246Based 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 298New 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 318As 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 293With 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 306135 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 316Lori 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 259In 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.
Microsoft names Samer Abu-Ltaif president for Europe, ME and Africa
0 253With 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 255Redington’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 259Powerful 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 266How edge devices are becoming hackers’ gateway into Industrial IoT.
Kickstart your wellness journey with Apple Watch’s powerful health features
0 482The New Year is the perfect time to focus on health and wellness, with many looking for smarter ways to …