Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity news, data protection updates, cloud security trends, and digital threat intelligence for businesses and organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.

Resecurity Expands Cybersecurity Operations in Saudi Arabia
Resecurity expands cybersecurity operations in Saudi Arabia to support Vision 2030 digital transformation goals. Learn about new services.

Experts Predict AI Autonomous Cyberattacks and Deepfake Fraud Will Define 2026 Cybersecurity Threats
Cybersecurity experts predict 2026 will see AI autonomous cyberattacks, deepfake fraud, and wearable device hacks. Learn how to protect your data.

Saudi Organizations Face 86% Breach Rate Amid Critical Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
86% of organizations experienced breaches in 2024 as Kingdom works to close cybersecurity talent gap under Vision 2030 initiatives.

Huawei Demonstrates AI-Powered Security Solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025
Huawei demonstrated AI-powered cybersecurity solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025 in Riyadh, featuring Xinghe SASE and cloud-native security.

Cisco Introduces Multi-Customer Security Management Platform for Service Providers in Saudi Arabia
Cisco has launched new multi-customer management capabilities within its Security Cloud Control platform, announced from Riyadh on Tuesday. The MSP security management platform aims to help managed service providers deploy firewall and security services across distributed customer environments from a centralized console. Key Takeaways Platform Addresses MSP Operational Complexity According to Cisco, the updated Security […]

Fortinet Presents Cybersecurity Portfolio at Black Hat MEA 2025
Fortinet presents cybersecurity solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025, showcasing sovereign SASE and AI-powered tools aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.

Half of Middle East Employees Lack Cybersecurity Training as Human Error Fuels Breaches
New survey data from Black Hat MEA 2025 shows critical training gaps across the Middle East region, with human error fueling breaches.

Black Hat MEA Day Two Features Global CTF Competition and Maritime Security Simulations in Riyadh
Black Hat MEA’s second day in Riyadh featured a global CTF competition, maritime security simulations, and AI defense strategies.

IBM and stc group partner to Advance Quantum-Safe Solutions for Saudi Telecom Sector
The collaboration reinforces Saudi Arabia’s quantum-safe readiness and national cybersecurity resilience RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA — Dec 03, 2025: IBM and stc group announced today an expanded collaboration to prepare Saudi Arabia’s telecommunications sector for the emerging post-quantum era. Under this collaboration, stc group leveraged IBM’s quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions to analyze and fortify the group’s current […]

Splunk Cloud Platform Launches in Saudi Arabia Through Google Cloud Partnership
Cisco’s Splunk Cloud Platform now available in KSA through Google Cloud’s local data centers, addressing cybersecurity and data residency requirements.

Zscaler Demonstrates Zero Trust Security Solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025
Zscaler showcases Zero Trust security solutions at Black Hat MEA 2025 in Riyadh, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 cybersecurity goals.

Saudi Cybersecurity Startup COGNNA Secures $9.2 Million Series A Funding
Saudi cybersecurity startup COGNNA raises $9.2 million in Series A funding led by Impact46 to scale AI-powered security operations globally.

Observability Delivers Business Value as Organizations Navigate AI Complexity
New research shows observability boosts productivity for 74% and drives revenue growth, but AI workload monitoring adds complexity.

OT Cybersecurity Solutions Take Center Stage at Black Hat Saudi Arabia
Nozomi Networks showcases industrial cybersecurity solutions at Black Hat MEA, highlighting compliance with Saudi Arabia’s OTCC framework.

Black Hat MEA Returns to Riyadh Addressing AI Threats and Cyber Resilience
The cybersecurity conference brings together 45,000+ professionals and 500+ exhibitors to address AI-driven threats, zero trust architecture, and digital resilience challenges.

SentinelOne to Showcase AI-Driven Cybersecurity at Black Hat MEA 2025 in Riyadh
SentinelOne showcases AI cybersecurity at Black Hat MEA 2025 in Riyadh, Dec 2-4. Features Mortal vs Machine competition.

IFS and Boston Dynamics Partner to Deploy AI-Powered Inspection Robots
New collaboration combines Boston Dynamics’ Spot robots with IFS.ai to automate field operations in energy, manufacturing, and utilities sectors.

Tenable Co-CEO to Deliver Keynote on Cybersecurity Strategy at Black Hat Middle East 2025
Tenable’s Mark Thurmond will address exposure management strategy at Black Hat Middle East 2025 in Riyadh. Event runs Dec 2-4.

TII and Honeywell Partner to Test Quantum-Secure Satellite Communication in UAE
Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and Honeywell have launched a collaborative initiative to develop quantum-secure satellite communication systems aimed at protecting sensitive data from emerging quantum computing threats. The partnership will integrate Honeywell’s QKDSat platform with TII’s Abu Dhabi Quantum Optical Ground Station (ADQOGS) to test quantum key distribution links between satellites and ground […]

Sophos to Demonstrate Identity Threat Detection at Black Hat MEA Cybersecurity 2025
Cybersecurity company to demonstrate advanced threat detection capabilities at Black Hat MEA 2025 as Saudi Arabia maintains global leadership in sector.

Black Hat MEA 2025 Riyadh to Draw 45,000 Cybersecurity Professionals
Black Hat MEA 2025 returns to Riyadh Dec 2-4 with global cybersecurity leaders, competitions, and innovation showcase.

Data Sovereignty Emerges as Priority for Physical Security in Cloud Era
Data sovereignty in physical security is critical as surveillance systems move to cloud. Experts outline key risks and compliance steps for security leaders. (155 chars)
