SSICT News

IBM Report: Cost of Data Breaches in Middle East Reaches $8 Million
A new IBM study reveals that the average cost of data breaches in the Middle East has reached $8 million, with AI-powered attacks on the rise.

Kingston Highlights Changing GCC Enterprise Storage Requirements
Kingston Technology outlines a workload-first approach to help GCC organizations adapt their storage and memory systems for expanding edge computing demands.

Cequence Security Launches Agentic Zero Trust to Secure AI Workflows
Cequence Security has launched four new capabilities for its AI Gateway, introducing a new security framework to govern autonomous agents.

Coursera strategic investment of $100 Million in LearnVector to Advance AI Learning
Coursera has announced a $100 million strategic investment in LearnVector, a new AI-native learning company founded by Andrew Ng.

Saviynt Surpasses $300 Million ARR and Launches Zuma Platform
Saviynt has surpassed $300 million in ARR and launched Zuma, a dedicated platform designed to secure AI agents and non-human identities.

W Capital Receives Top Sales Agency Award from Reef Developments
W Capital Real Estate Brokerage has been awarded the Top Sales Agency title by Reef Developments for its outstanding sales performance in Dubai.

KniTT Launches Elysium Private Cloud Platform to Address Geopolitical Risks
KniTT has launched Elysium, an AI-powered private cloud platform designed to secure data sovereignty and mitigate geopolitical risks in the Middle East.

Snapchat Launches Now Playing Feature for Real-Time Music Sharing
Snapchat has introduced a new integration with Spotify, allowing users to share their real-time listening activity directly on Snap Map.

HONOR Launches AiMAGE Engine and Establishes Joint Lab with ARRI
HONOR has introduced its new AiMAGE engine and established a joint imaging lab with ARRI to bring professional cinema workflows to mobile devices.

Bigo Live Partners with Esports World Cup 2026 to Stream Interactive Content in MENA
Bigo Live has partnered with the Esports World Cup 2026 to deliver interactive streams, watch parties, and exclusive rewards to gaming communities across the MENA region.

Air Cargo AI: How Human Expertise Shapes the Automated Workplace
Logistics companies are integrating AI systems to manage volatile schedules and capacity shifts while preserving essential human decision-making.

stc group Reports 40.1 Billion SAR Revenue for First Half of 2026
stc group reported a record revenue of 40.11 billion SAR for the first half of 2026, representing a 3.8% growth compared to the previous year.

Liplyn Academy Launches in Dubai to Train Regional Organizations on AI Search
Liplyn Academy has launched in Dubai to provide training in AI Search Visibility, Vibe Coding, and Agentic AI for regional organizations.

Uptime Institute 2026 Survey Highlights Rising Rack Densities and Staffing Pressures
The 16th annual Uptime Institute survey highlights critical workforce shortages, rising outage costs, and increasing rack densities across global data centers.

DP World Opens First Multi-Client Warehouse in Riyadh
DP World has launched its first multi-client third-party logistics warehouse in Riyadh, expanding storage and distribution capacity for Saudi Arabia’s growing sectors.

OMODA 4 SUV Makes Regional Debut Ahead of UAE Launch
The OMODA 4 SUV has made its regional debut in Jakarta, showcasing advanced AI features ahead of its official launch in the UAE later this year.

LG Launches UltraGear evo 5K2K Gaming Monitor Series
LG Electronics officially launches its UltraGear evo gaming monitor series, featuring 52-inch, 39-inch, and 27-inch models with resolutions up to 5K2K.

On-Site Solar to Power 35% of Saudi Mega-Projects
A new BCG report shows that Saudi Arabia’s mega-projects can generate up to 35% of their electricity on-site, reducing costs and supporting Vision 2030 targets.

Kaspersky Report Highlights H1 2026 Cyber Threat Trends in Saudi Arabia
Kaspersky’s H1 2026 report reveals 5.4 million blocked attacks in Saudi Arabia and highlights the growing role of AI in malware development.

Acer Launches Five New Predator and Nitro Gaming Monitors
Acer has launched five new gaming monitors in its Predator and Nitro series, featuring glasses-free 3D, 5K resolution, and refresh rates up to 1000Hz.

Help AG Receives Dubai AI Seal Tier E Certification
Help AG has been awarded the Dubai AI Seal Tier E certification, validating its secure artificial intelligence and cybersecurity operations.

IATA Launches Safety Training Workshops Under Focus Africa Initiative
The International Air Transport Association has launched monthly safety training workshops under the Focus Africa initiative to improve regional aviation safety.
