Cybersecurity

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Regional experts to shed light on cybersecurity in smart buildings

PR News Desk 08/01/2025

As smart cities continue to redefine urban living through connected technologies, the importance of adopting robust cybersecurity measures has become paramount. This critical issue will be under the spotlight at the Smart Building Summit at Light + Intelligent Building Middle East from 14-16

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Computer memory flaw leads to global security fixes

Arnold Pinto 31/12/2024

In AMD processors Cybersecurity experts studying computer memory modules have uncovered a significant security flaw that has led to global security fixes in AMD computer processors. The vulnerability, known as ‘BadRAM,’ arises when rogue memory modules deliberately provide false information to a computer’s processor during startup, potentially exposing sensitive data or

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Hiding in Plain Sight: Abuse of Trusted Applications Grows by 51%

PR News Desk 13/12/2024

Sophos, a global leader in innovating and delivering cybersecurity as a service, today released “The Bite from Inside: The Sophos Active Adversary Report,” an in-depth look at the changing behaviors and attack techniques that adversaries used in the first half of 2024. The data, derived from nearly 200 incident response (IR) cases from across both […]

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How to Combat Cybersecurity Talent Gap in the Middle East

PR News Desk 04/12/2024

The Global Issue The rapid adoption of technologies and growth of digital data have created a high demand for cyber and information security professionals. However, nowadays we are witnessing a significant shortage of specialists in this sphere. According to the ISC2 global study, in 2024, the cybersecurity workforce gap reached a staggering 4,763,963 people. Meanwhile,

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Study: IoT cybersecurity market is set to reach $60 billion globally by 2029

Arnold Pinto 03/12/2024

As potential for cyber-attacks escalates The global Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity market will experience dramatic growth over the next five years, reaching $60 billion by 2029, up from $27 billion in 2024. This represents a substantial 120% increase in cybersecurity investment, driven by enterprises’ rapid expansion of IoT devices. According to a new study

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Dell Technologies Accelerates AI Innovation and Strengthens Cybersecurity Strategies for Microsoft Customers

PR News Desk 27/11/2024

Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) introduces AI innovations that help Dell and Microsoft customers simplify AI adoption, speed deployment and power demanding workloads in multicloud environments. Data protection, cyber resiliency and security advancements help joint customers strengthen their cybersecurity posture. “Organizations modernizing their IT strategies to support

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Sweden tops global rankings for cybersecurity preparedness in 2024

Arnold Pinto 26/11/2024

54 countries analysed A new study by cybersecurity research firm Psono has revealed that Sweden is the most prepared country to face data security threats in 2024, ranking highest on the global cybersecurity index. Sweden achieved an impressive composite score of 98.6, mainly due to its robust cybersecurity infrastructure, public awareness, and many cybersecurity

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SANS Khobar December 2024 to Address Cybersecurity Skills Gap for Saudi Arabia’s Digital Growth

PR News Desk 25/11/2024

SANS Institute, the global leader in cybersecurity training has announced SANS Khobar December 2024 (7-12 December) at the Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This event, which will feature both in-person and live online courses, will address the cybersecurity skills gap in the Middle East and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030’s goals […]

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10 countries most vulnerable to cyber threats in 2024

Arnold Pinto 09/11/2024

Mexico ranks as least prepared A new global study has revealed that Mexico is the most vulnerable country to cyber threats in 2024. The research, conducted by cybersecurity firm PSONO, ranks Mexico at the bottom of a list of 54 countries analysed for their readiness to handle data security risks. The study highlights significant weaknesses […]

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Tackling Cyberbullying with Cyber security to defend the Digital Playground

News Desk 08/11/2024

Cyberbullying is a severe, often relentless form of digital harassment that can manifest in many ways, impacting individuals’ emotional well-being and security. On this International Day Against Violence & Bullying at School including Cyberbullying, Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform

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New Study Finds 80% of Organizations Experienced an Email-Related Security Breach in the Last Year

PR News Desk 05/11/2024

OPSWAT, a global leader in critical infrastructure protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, has released the 2024 Report: Email Security Threats Against Critical Infrastructure Organizations. This research was conducted with Osterman Research, known for its in-depth analysis and insights into emerging trends and technologies in IT security and data management. The study

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SentinelOne Expands Strategic Collaboration with AWS to Deliver AI-Powered Cybersecurity

PR News Desk 05/11/2024

SentinelOne announced an extension of its strategic collaboration agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to deliver generative AI benefits. Under the terms of the agreement, SentinelOne’s Purple AI cybersecurity analyst will be powered by Amazon Bedrock, to provide AI-powered security and protection for customers. Additionally, the expanded SCA will

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NTT DATA Partners with Palo Alto Networks to Deliver AI-Driven Cloud-to-Edge Cybersecurity

PR News Desk 03/11/2024

NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, today announced an expanded partnership with Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, to help global enterprises safeguard their digital infrastructures from emerging cybersecurity threats, spanning from the cloud to the farthest edge of enterprise environments. The collaboration introduces NTT DATA’s

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NTT DATA Partners with Palo Alto Networks to Deliver AI-Driven Cloud-to-Edge Cybersecurity

PR News Desk 03/11/2024

NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, today announced an expanded partnership with Palo Alto Networks, the global cybersecurity leader, to help global enterprises safeguard their digital infrastructures from emerging cybersecurity threats, spanning from the cloud to the farthest edge of enterprise environments. The collaboration introduces NTT DATA’s

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Acronis has innovative solutions for the Middle East’s cybersecurity needs

Arnold Pinto 22/10/2024

Targets extending global reach In an exclusive interview at GITEX Global 2024, Islam Shaker, Distribution Manager at Acronis, highlighted the company’s innovative cybersecurity solutions, addressed regional cybersecurity challenges, and emphasised the company’s commitment to evolving alongside technological advancements. Excerpts from the interview: What makes

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Seceon secures Middle East from fast-evolving threat landscape

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Critical infrastructure is a prime target Seceon, founded in 2015, is a leading global provider of advanced AI-powered cybersecurity solutions. It offers organisations across industries real-time, automated threat detection and response capabilities. With a mission to empower organisations against cyber threats while helping them reduce costs and meet compliance

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Moro Hub Collaborates with Dubai Islamic Bank to Deliver Secure Colocation and Advanced Cybersecurity Services

PR News Desk 17/10/2024

Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE and the first financial institution to incorporate the principles of Sharia in all practices. The MoU was signed by Eng. […]

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Moro Hub Associates with Kaspersky to Enhance Cybersecurity

PR News Desk 17/10/2024

Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), signed a Partnership Agreement with Kaspersky, a global leader in cybersecurity. The agreement was signed by Mohammad Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, and Toufic Derbass, Managing Director for the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa at Kaspersky during […]

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Cybersecurity in focus at GITEX Global 2024

News Editor 2 17/10/2024

As AI plays a key role Participants at GITEX Global 2024, currently underway at the Dubai World Trade Centre, are deeply engaged in keynote speeches, panels, and cybersecurity discussions. These sessions are about the challenges and threats and the urgent and emerging cyber threats looming over businesses and governments. With cybercrime damages expected to reach […]

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Exabeam Launches Cloud Platform Availability in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Meet Local Demand for AI-Driven Cybersecurity Innovation

PR News Desk 16/10/2024

Exabeam, a global cybersecurity leader that delivers AI-driven security operations,has launched availability of the cloud-native Exabeam New-Scale Security Operations Platform in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) to empower local organizations with in-country data residency. Built on Google Cloud, the New-Scale Security Operations Platform will leverage the Dammam