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DIFC and Cisco Networking Academy Collaborate to Launch Talent Development Programme

News Desk 15/05/2024

DIFC Academy, the education platform of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, today announced a collaboration with Cisco to facilitate access for DIFC employees and the wider community to the Cisco

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Cisco is Delivering on Platform Strategy with Rapid Innovation Across Cisco Security Cloud

News Desk 14/05/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the leader in enterprise networking and security, announced new industry shaping innovations across the Cisco Security Cloud to both power and protect the AI revolution. The new capabilities across Cisco’s unified, AI-driven, cross-domain security platform help companies better protect their applications, devices, users and data as well as detect,

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Cisco Appoints David Meads to Lead Middle East, Africa, Romania, and CIS

News Desk 08/05/2024

Cisco today announced that it has appointed David Meads as Vice President for the Middle East, Africa, Romania, and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). He succeeds Reem Asaad who drove Cisco’s business in the region for more than four years. In this role, Meads will be responsible for Cisco’s strategy and commercial operations, with a focus […]

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Cisco Study Reveals 91% of UAE Companies Use AI Technologies

News Desk 23/04/2024

The recent study conducted by Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) highlights a significant surge in the use of AI technologies in cybersecurity strategies among UAE organizations. The study indicates that 91% of companies surveyed are integrating AI in their security defenses, mainly in threat detection, response, and recovery. The 2024 Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index was developed

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Cisco Reimagines Security for Data Centers and Clouds in Era of AI 

News Desk 18/04/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the leader in security and networking, today unveiled a radically new approach to securing data centers and clouds in response to the increasing demands the AI revolution has put on IT infrastructure. Cisco is rearchitecting how we harness and protect AI and other modern workloads with industry-first, Cisco Hypershield. With this unprecedented […]

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Cisco Hybrid Work Study Reveals Companies’ Need to Modernize Offices

PR News Desk 03/04/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) at Enterprise Connect unveiled findings from a survey that details how the reality of the in-office experience compares to employee expectations around the globe, and how employers are investing in AI as a transformative tool for workplace collaboration and productivity. The report shows that while employees are positive about the return to […]

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Cisco Harnesses AI Innovations for Next-Gen Collaboration via Webex Suite

PR News Desk 27/03/2024

With one suite and eight tools, Webex by Cisco offers AI-powered collaboration for every workstyle, all built on a secure and trusted platform. Through such innovations, Cisco continues to revolutionize workplace collaboration dynamics by streamlining communication and creating healthier and more efficient hybrid work environments. Webex’s innovations include a suite of

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GBM, Cisco and Nutanix Shed Light on the Future of AI-Powered Networking

PR News Desk 27/03/2024

In asignificant step forward for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in networking, Gulf Business Machines (GBM), in collaboration with Cisco and Nutanix, successfully hosted a groundbreaking event “AI Powered Networking Cloud” in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The event showcased cutting-edge solutions aimed at simplifying IT infrastructure through a unified platform, securing networks, and

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Cisco Completes Acquisition of Splunk

PR News Desk 19/03/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) today announced it completed the acquisition of Splunk, setting the foundation for delivering unparalleled visibility and insights across an organization’s entire digital footprint. To thrive in the new digital era, organizations must connect and protect all that they do. They need to connect the people, places, applications, data, and devices that

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Cisco’s Pioneering Identity Intelligence Defends Against Most Persistent Cyber Threat

PR News Desk 12/03/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO), the leader in security and networking, unveiled at Cisco Live in Amsterdam new innovations within the Cisco Security Cloud as part of its mission to simplify security. First-of-its kind Cisco Identity Intelligence and continued innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are the latest milestones towards its vision of a unified, AI-driven,

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Cisco is Bolstering Investments in Saudi Arabia and Extends Country Digitization Program

PR News Desk 05/03/2024

At LEAP 2024, Cisco announced new strategic initiatives in Saudi Arabia, building on the company’s long-standing presence in the Kingdom and reaffirming the commitment to its customers and partners. Based on the Regional Headquarter license granted by the Ministry of Investment, Cisco unveiled the establishing of a new regional head office in Riyadh, and the […]

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Cisco Powered the MWC Barcelona 2024 Secure Wireless Experiences

PR News Desk 04/03/2024

Cisco collaborated with Fira de Barcelona at its Montjuïc and Gran Via venues to manage the MWC Barcelona network for the 13th consecutive year, providing all attendees simple, seamless and secure wireless experiences during the event. The agreement included basic and enhanced services supported by Cisco products during the MWC event. This included a free, […]

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Orange Business and Cisco sign first-of-its-kind MoU to accelerate GHG emissions reduction

PR News Desk 27/02/2024

Orange Business and Cisco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a joint action plan to help reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The plan represents a first for both companies, deepening their partnership, and facilitating the sharing of data that will inform progress towards their net zero goals. They agree to create an […]

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Cisco Collaborates with du Telecom in a Landmark Cybersecurity Transformation Initiative

PR News Desk 26/02/2024

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) today announced a landmark collaboration with du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), signaling the beginning of a major cybersecurity transformation initiative. The initiative focuses on revolutionizing du’s Security Operations Center (SOC) into an advanced Cyber Defense and Intelligence Center, leveraging artificial

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Cisco Reveals Local Insights from its AI Readiness Index ahead of LEAP in Saudi Arabia

PR News Desk 21/02/2024

Ahead of LEAP 2024 technology conference in Riyadh, Cisco announced the findings of its AI Readiness Index in Saudi Arabia. The Index, which surveyed over 8,000 companies across 30 countries, was developed in response to the accelerated adoption of AI. The survey shows that 93% of organizations in KSA have an AI strategy in place […]

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Network Infrastructure Was a Prime Target for Cyber Threats in 2023

PR News Desk 19/02/2024

Cisco Talos Intelligence Group, one of the largest commercial threat intelligence teams in the world, released its annual report, titled ‘Cisco Talos: Year in Review 2023’. The report highlights the most common attacks, targets, and other significant trends across the threat landscape in 2023. The findings show that suspicious network traffic captured by Cisco Security

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Cisco Announces AI Innovation and Partnerships at Cisco Live Amsterdam

PR News Desk 13/02/2024

At Cisco Live in Amsterdam, the company’s flagship technology event in Europe, with over 14,000 of the world’s leading IT professionals attending, Cisco announced major momentum in Artificial Intelligence (AI) across its entire portfolio. Few transformational technologies have generated the kind of interest as AI and, most recently, Generative AI (GenAI). Organizations

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Cisco Duo Plans to Launch New Cloud Data Center in the UAE

PR News Desk 07/02/2024

Cisco today announced its plan for a new local cloud data center in the UAE for its Duo multifactor authentication (MFA) and secure access solution. Set to launch in mid-2024, the new data center will support businesses of all sizes in strengthening their cybersecurity posture and improving connection performance. Commenting on the announcement, H.E. Dr. […]

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Cisco Identifies Major AI Trends for 2024

PR News Desk 24/01/2024

Developments in Artificial intelligence (AI) have been impacting businesses, governments, and economies across the world, and the Middle East is no expection. Advancements in AI, especially generative AI (GenAI), are leading to a once-in-a-generation shift. This is opening vast new opportunities and transforming industries, modes of operation, and career paths. The Cisco