With cybersecurity spending rising sharply across the globe and cities becoming ever more connected with the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT), organisations in both public and private sectors are recognising the increasing importance of cybersecurity.
Dubai gears up to host IoTX forum
“As the world grows ever more connected, Internet of Things increasingly becomes a hot topic across many sectors,” said Younus Al Nasser, assistant director general, Smart Dubai Office.
Imperva signs up Redington to deliver cybersecurity solutions
Redington Gulf has signed a distribution agreement with Imperva, a cybersecurity solutions provider that offers solutions to protect data and …
GCC firms still have critical gaps in cybersecurity: study
Four in five large GCC enterprises still rely solely on usernames and passwords for authentication to corporate networks, according to Microsoft’s Digital Transformation survey.
How do tech titans decide where to build their GCC data centres?
The race to build Middle East data centres is swiftly gathering pace. As public and private sector organisations across the …
InfoWatch, Ajman discuss cybersecurity education
InfoWatch Group President Natalya Kaspersky has met with government officials of Ajman, to discuss the fostering of skilled IT specialists …
Winners of 9th Network World ME Awards announced
CNME once again honoured the region’s top networking talents from both vendors and end-users at the annual Network World Middle East (NWME) Awards.
CISO 30 Awards winners announced
CPI Media Group and Security Advisor ME have successfully hosted the inaugural CISO 30 Awards and Forum.
UAE at the forefront of technology investments
The United Arab Emirates leads the way in technology investment, with Dubai launching a cybersecurity strategy last year, focused on …
HyTrust signs up Redington Value for Middle East market
Regional value-added distributor Redington Value and global cybersecurity leader HyTrust have joined hands to deliver security solutions across the Middle …
“Cryptojacking now biggest UAE cyber-threat,” Symantec GM
Cybercriminals have made cryptojacking their number one means of attack as it is now profitable than commoditised ransomware, according to …
GCC smart grid market value to reach $1.7 billion
The GCC smart grid market is set to triple to $1.7 billion by 2026 as UAE utilities providers continue to support Smart City initiatives in the region, according to a recent report by TechSci Research.
Intelligent security is key to fight sophisticated threats
Intelligent security is increasingly becoming vital as GCC CISOs continue to battle against increasingly sophisticated threats, according to experts.
Samsung Galaxy S9 now available in the UAE from du
UAE-based telco du has announced that the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ are now available on postpaid plans across the …
Partners should cash in on data centre transformation, says experts
Reseller ME examines the prospects for channel partners as organisations look to modernise data centre infrastructures and assets in the …
Tech-savvy marketing professionals: The UAE wants you
The GulfTalent report found that digital and mobile transformations are forcing firms to develop new marketing channels, which is being reflected in the number of marketing positions becoming available in the GCC’s job market.
UAE takes pole position in MENA digital banking: report
The UAE is now leading the pack regionally with an impressive 16.4 % in digital penetration. Through substantial spending and attracting private investments, the UAE has been strategically positioned on the path to becoming one of the most digitally advanced countries in the world, claims the report.
Microsoft to build first Middle East data centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Microsoft has announced plans to build its first Middle East and North Africa data centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. …
AI, 5G to redefine the future of smartphones
Tarek Sabbagh, Head of IT and Mobile (IM) Division, Samsung Electronics Gulf, discusses which technologies will impact the future of …
How Samsung’s “re-imagined” camera can change the way we communicate
Tarek Sabbagh, head of IT and Mobile (IM) Division, Samsung Gulf, discusses why the firm focused its latest innovations on its camera