Cybersecurity Talent Shortage a Major Concern for CISOs in UAE and KSA

Editorial October 6, 2023

The UAE and Saudi Arabia have consistently achieved high rankings in global cybersecurity maturity assessments. These accolades result from their effective implementation of cybersecurity regulations by governmental bodies and the introduction of initiatives to attract cybersecurity talent to

UAE Fire Protection Market Set to Soar to USD 3.17b by 2030

Editorial October 6, 2023

The UAE’s fire protection system market is projected to reach USD 3.17 billion by 2030, with an expected CAGR of 8.5% from 2023 to 2030, as reported by Grand Review Research. Analysts note a substantial increase in the demand for fire alarms and detectors in the residential sector in recent years. The region has also […]

How ISS Thrives in Saudi Arabia’s Market

Editorial October 1, 2023

ISS set out on a journey towards technological advancement in parallel with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, a transformative economic and social reform program. It plans to elevate the country‘s IT landscape by contributing a host of AI-driven innovations in a flourishing Middle Eastern market.  Since it first arrived in Saudi Arabia in 2020, Intelligent Security […]

Benefits of Programmable Key Access Control at Manufacturing Sites

Editorial September 29, 2023

A manufacturing facility is a tough testing ground for any access control solution. By their nature, premises usually require multiple different types of lock, including a range of cylinder types and sizes, as well as padlocks. They often need locks which work both inside and outdoors. For this reason, many manufacturing plants retain traditional mechanical […]

Advanced Offers Middle East Versatile Scalable Solutions

Editorial September 27, 2023

Photo: Hossam Badwy, Business Development Manager, Middle East, and Africa, Advanced With customers in the Middle East using both EN and UL fire safety solutions, Advanced provides great flexibility by offering both. Options range from complex networked fire systems to simpler solutions for smaller sites, including wired, wireless, and hybrid applications. Hossam Badwy,

Smart Building Expo 2023: Even More Room for Innovation

Editorial September 25, 2023

At a particularly favourable time for the sector, the event is getting ready for its fourth edition with plenty of special areas and training events Milan, 19 September 2023. For a supply chain with enormous potential, an exhibition capable of supporting and training professionals in the sector: SMART BUILDING EXPO, the home and building automation […]

Cam-Motion Door: Everyone Should be Able to Open Doors in Comfort

Editorial September 25, 2023

At every step of a building design or specification process, stakeholders have a choice. Decisions made at this stage materially impact the building experience far in the future. For this reason, many regulations aim to protect the accessibility rights of all kinds of users, young and old, ambulant or wheelchair-using. One key European guidance document […]

Cyberattack Attempt on Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance

Editorial September 19, 2023

On Monday morning, Kuwait’s Ministry of Finance experienced a cyberattack on its systems, which activated its security and protection protocols. According to the Kuwait News Agency, this incident led to the disconnection and isolation of hardware devices. The ministry reassured that the attempted hack did not have an impact on salary transfer procedures. The Kuwait

UAE Introduces Nuha ChatGPT-Powered Concierge

Editorial September 19, 2023

Nuha, a virtual hospitality concierge, was released by UAE-based Address Hotels and Resorts, according to Gulf Business. It was developed in-house and made its first appearance at the Addres Downtown Hotel in Dubai. Address Hotels and Resorts is now the pioneering luxury hospitality group in the UAE to harness AI custom-designed for the hospitality sector. […]

Why IoT Matters in Physical Security

xmiddlex September 18, 2023

What is IoT and why does it matter? Getting a right answer to this question means understanding how cloud, cybersecurity, unification, and AI can impact the success of your IoT journey. Source: Genetec, E-mail: editorial@asmideast.com Did you know that there will be a projected 30 billion Internet of Things (IoT) devices in use by 2030? […]