The implant, named Skygofree, is designed for targeted cyber-surveillance, possibly as an ‘offensive security’ product.
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Top 5 VAT tips for businesses in the GCC
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Oracle issues patches for Spectre and Meltdown
Oracle has recently announced that it will issue a critical patch that provides fixes for certain of its products for the Meltdown and Spectre chip flaws, both of which affect Intel chips.
6 reasons why enterprises fail to focus on the real security threats
Computer defenders often spend time, money, and other resources on computer defences that don’t stop the biggest threats to their environment. What is causing this lack of focus in putting the right defences in the right places in the right amounts against the right threats?
Health technologies make headway in the Gulf
In a GCC-wide survey commissioned by Arab Health 2018, 50 percent of respondents aged 18 to 24 were in favour of Smart Health Technologies and personalised healthcare options.
YouGov launches purely digital research services
Global data and analytics company YouGov has made its research has announced its shift to a purely digital operation in the Middle East and North Africa.
The big picture: why adaptability is king
In an era of unprecedented change, there is broad agreement that problem-solving, critical thinking and adaptability skills are more important to the IT industry than they have ever been.
Maersk, IBM set sails on new blockchain voyage
Maersk and IBM had announced a joint venture to deploy a blockchain-based electronic shipping system that will digitise supply chains and track international cargo in real time.
How partners can overcome barriers to cloud selling
Alfred Manhart, senior director channel and SI EMEA, NetApp, elucidates the biggest challenges for partners when selling cloud solutions. There …
BlackBerry’s new software makes autonomous cars hack-proof
BlackBerry has reportedly launched a new cybersecurity software that can identify vulnerabilities in programmes used in self-driving cars.