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Matrix Set to Showcase Future-Ready Security Solutions at Intersec Dubai, 2025!

News Desk 1 28/12/2024 0

Matrix is thrilled to announce its participation in Intersec Dubai 2025, the premier global exhibition for security, emergency response, and safety. From January 14th to 16th at Booth CA-29, Saeed Hall 1, Matrix will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge, NDAA-compliant security

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The Invisible Eyes and Ears in Our Homes: How Smart Devices are Eroding Privacy and Security

News Desk 1 10/12/2024 0

A Quiet Breach in the Heart of Our Homes   Privacy is generally held as a fundamental right, with citizens often having high expectations regarding the protection of their personal information. Citizens protest when they fear that governments are increasing their involvement in the citizens’ personal life. However, they don’t consider how much personal and

Cybersecurity

Sweden tops global rankings for cybersecurity preparedness in 2024

Arnold Pinto 26/11/2024 0

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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Check Point Unveils New AI-Powered Network Security Innovations to Raise the Bar on Threat Prevention

News Desk 1 21/11/2024 0

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, today announced the new Check Point Quantum Firewall Software R82 (R82) and additional innovations for the Infinity Platform. As organizations face a 75% surge in cyber-attacks worldwide, R82 delivers new AI-powered engines to prevent against zero-day threats

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Intersec Awards 2025 attracts over 1,400 entries for prestigious security, safety and fire showcase  

News Desk 1 15/10/2024 0

The Intersec Awards 2025 are set to return for a fourth consecutive year, where they will be celebrating excellence in security, safety and fire prevention, recognising the individuals, teams and organisations setting new standards of excellence in these critical industries.   A total of 1,412  entries were received across a diverse range of 15 awards under

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Data Privacy Takes Priority Over Security Concerns Amid AI Adoption

News Desk 2 10/10/2024 0

Gulf Business Machines (GBM) today unveiled the findings of the 12th edition of its annual security report, titled ‘Embracing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks in the Age of AI’. This year’s study explores the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity and data privacy across the Middle East, as AI adoption surges. Polling 500 security […]

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ScreenCheck unveils new intelligent security and identity solutions at Intersec Saudi 2024

News Desk 1 03/10/2024

ScreenCheck, a subsidiary of Centena Group, and a leading provider of security and identification solutions, garnered attention at Intersec Saudi 2024 by unveiling latest access control technology that offers the highest privacy protection. Highlighting the pivotal role of intelligent security solutions in driving growth across key sectors in the Middle East, the company

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Genetec expands Security Center SaaS with the launch of Operations Center

News Desk 1 02/10/2024

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, announced the launch of Operations Center, a cloud-based work management solution designed specifically for physical security operations. Available as part of Security Center SaaS, or as a standalone product, this new solution is

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Tenable Introduces AI Aware: A Groundbreaking Proactive Security Solution for AI

News Desk 1 12/09/2024

Tenable®, the exposure management company, today announced the release of AI Aware, advanced detection capabilities designed to rapidly surface artificial intelligence solutions, vulnerabilities and weaknesses available in Tenable Vulnerability Management, the world’s #1 vulnerability management solution. Tenable AI Aware provides exposure insight into AI applications,

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Genetec Receives Dubai’s Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) Approval

News Desk 1 11/09/2024

Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced that Security Center 5.12, the latest version of its flagship unified security platform, has officially been approved by the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) of Dubai. Established in 2016, SIRA is a

Tech

Milestone outlines 16 key trends set to transform the VMS sector by 2035

Arnold Pinto 11/09/2024 0

With AI and IoT integration EXCLUSIVE: According to a globally renowned data-driven video technology expert, the global video management software (VMS) industry is poised to witness 16 key trends by 2035, even as the sector moves from the legacy practice of merely watching video content to predicting and influencing events almost instantaneously by 2035. Jos […]

Cybersecurity

New US AI Security Centre boosts US DOD’s capabilities

Arnold Pinto 11/09/2024 0

As technology rapidly evolves According to the agency’s director, the US National Security Agency’s newly established Artificial Intelligence Security Centre is proving instrumental in keeping the US Department of Defence (DOD) at the forefront of cutting-edge technology. US Air Force Gen. Timothy D. Haugh, Commander of US Cyber Command, highlighted the

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Gartner 2024 Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies Highlights Developer Productivity, Total Experience, AI and Security

News Desk 1 21/08/2024

The 25 disruptive technologies to watch on the Gartner, Inc. Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, 2024 fall into four key areas: autonomous AI, developer productivity, total experience, and human-centric security and privacy programs. “Generative AI (GenAI) is over the Peak of Inflated Expectations as business focus continues to shift

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Record-breaking Intersec Saudi Arabia sold out

News Desk 1 13/08/2024

Intersec Saudi Arabia, the country’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire protection, has officially sold out two months ahead of the exhibition start date. A record number of 300 exhibitors, representing a 25% increase on last year’s number, and more than 17,000 visitors are expected to attend. The event, which will welcome 138 […]

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Fortinet Enhances the Industry’s Most Comprehensive Operational Technology Security Platform

News Desk 1 13/08/2024

Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced updates to its OT security platform, which already stands as the industry’s most comprehensive. Today’s news provides customers with enhanced secure networking and security operations (SecOps) capabilities and expands Fortinet’s strategic

Defence & Security

US to transform US Forces Japan into Joint Forces HQ

News Desk 2 29/07/2024 0

Japan offered nuclear deterrents In a landmark decision, the United States will transform US Forces Japan into a Joint Forces Headquarters. This new structure will report directly to the commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, as disclosed by US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III following a high-profile two-plus-two ministerial meeting in Tokyo on […]

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US and Iraqi officials meet to discuss security cooperation

News Desk 2 24/07/2024 0

Meeting held at the Pentagon US and Iraqi officials have met at the Pentagon to discuss when and how the mission of the global coalition against the Islamic State in Iraq would end and transition in an orderly manner to an enduring bilateral security partnership, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder stated […]

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Fortinet Annual Skills Gap Report Reveals Growing Connection Between Cybersecurity Breaches and Skills Shortages

News Desk 2 11/07/2024

Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today released its 2024 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report, which highlights ongoing challenges related to the cybersecurity skills shortage impacting organizations around the globe. The study also included large organizations from the UAE. “The findings from

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Cofense Adds Email Security Risk Management and Validation Reporting to PhishMe®

News Desk 2 27/06/2024

Cofense®, the leader in email threat detection and response solutions, today unveiled new enhancements to its PhishMe® Employee Security Awareness Training (SAT) Platform. The latest addition, Employee Engagement Index, is set to transform how organizations manage email security risks. The introduction of the Employee Engagement Index (EEI) transforms employees into

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

News Desk 2 14/05/2024 0

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,