At Gitex 2024, Emad Fahmy, NETSCOUT’s Director of Sales Engineering for the Middle East, showcased the company’s latest advancements in DDoS detection and protection technologies. With over 12 years at NETSCOUT, following its acquisition of Arbor Networks, Fahmy leads a team dedicatedRead More…
Emad Haffar, Head of Technical Experts for META at Kaspersky, emphasizes the global significance of GITEX. This event serves as a vital platform for Kaspersky to connect with clients, partners, and a broader audience. It provides an invaluable opportunity to showcaseRead More…
Bilal Baig, Regional Technical Director at Trend Micro, expresses his enthusiasm for GITEX, highlighting its vibrant atmosphere and the significance of cybersecurity at this year’s event. Having Trend Micro participated in GITEX for over a decade,Read More…
Oman Data Park (ODP) recently announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Seclore, a provider of data-centric cybersecurity solutions. This strategic alliance is poised to address growing concerns around data privacy, security, and third-party risks, particularly as artificial intelligence gains traction in Oman. By reinforcing cybersecurityRead More…
The cybersecurity landscape in the UAE is facing unprecedented challenges with malware detections soaring by 65.3 per cent and URL-based threats increasing by 36.9 per cent in 2024 according to Acronis Threat Research Unit data. Despite a slight decrease in ransomware detections, the potential risks remain high, suggesting many organisations could still be vulnerable.Read More…
Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has 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 AIRead More…
AmiViz announced its participation in the upcoming GITEX Global 2024. The company’s presence this year is under the banner of “Fortifying Your Digital Future,” focusing on assisting enterprises across the region to develop robust, future-proof cybersecurity frameworks amidst rapid digital transformations.Read More…
US private equity firm Thoma Bravo has announced that it has acquired cybersecurity company Darktrace for approximately $5.3 billion. With this acquisition, Thoma Bravo strengthens its position in the growing cybersecurity market. “Darktrace’s position at the cutting edge of cybersecurity AI coupled with Thoma Bravo’s deep strategic and sector expertise willRead More…
