Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity news, data protection updates, cloud security trends, and digital threat intelligence for businesses and organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
Nutanix Report Highlights AI Driving Container Adoption in Saudi Arabia
The eighth annual Nutanix Enterprise Cloud Index reveals that AI is accelerating container adoption in Saudi Arabia amid data sovereignty priorities.
Security Awareness Training Reduces Phishing Susceptibility by 79 Percent
A new global report reveals that consistent security awareness training reduces employee phishing susceptibility from 33.2% to just 4.2% over twelve months.
SME Confidence Index Shows 75% of Saudi Small Businesses Confident in Growth
The latest SME Confidence Index reveals that 75% of Saudi small business leaders remain confident about their growth prospects over the next 12 months.
AI Travel Planning Risks in KSA
A new Kaspersky survey reveals that 75% of Saudi travelers using AI tools for trip planning have data security concerns, despite appreciating the time-saving benefits.
DCO Launches Ethical AI Guidebook for Global Policymakers in Geneva
The Digital Cooperation Organization has launched a new guidebook in Geneva to help global policymakers establish safe and trustworthy AI governance frameworks.
SDAIA Mandates Local Data Storage Under New Audit Licensing Rules
SDAIA has introduced new audit licensing rules requiring local data storage and strict inspector neutrality to protect personal data in Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi Arabia Proposes UN Resolution on Women in Cybersecurity
Saudi Arabia’s proposed UN resolution to empower women in cybersecurity has been unanimously adopted by the UN Human Rights Council.
Virgin Mobile Launches Network-Level Child Digital Protection in Saudi Arabia
Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia has launched network-level parental controls and content filtering to protect young users directly through its mobile infrastructure.
SDAIA Launches Public Consultation on Personal Data Protection Guidelines
SDAIA has invited public feedback on three draft guidelines for licensing personal data protection activities and issuing accreditation certificates via the Istitlaa platform.
SDAIA President Discusses Global AI Governance and Ethical Frameworks in Geneva
SDAIA President Dr. Abdullah bin Sharaf Alghamdi met with global leaders in Geneva to discuss international AI governance, ethical frameworks, and upcoming initiatives in Riyadh.
Outpost24 Launches Next-Generation CyberFlex Platform for Continuous Risk Management
Outpost24 has updated its CyberFlex platform to provide continuous attack surface visibility and flexible budget control for modern enterprises.
Cisco Outlines Five Strategies to Secure the Agentic Enterprise
Cisco has identified five critical strategies to close the security trust gap and protect organizations deploying autonomous AI agents.
Kaspersky Identifies 250,000 Security Issues in GitHub Actions Workflows
Kaspersky researchers discovered over 250,000 potential security issues in GitHub Actions workflows, highlighting widespread configuration risks.
Saudi Arabia Releases 42 AI Security Guidelines for Tech Systems
The Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority has launched a draft framework with 42 guidelines to secure artificial intelligence systems from cyberattacks.
How to Prevent Google From Using Your Data for AI Training
Google has updated its privacy settings to train its AI models on user data. Learn how to easily opt out and protect your personal information.
Naukrigulf Hiring Index Shows Softening Gulf Job Market
The Naukrigulf Hiring Index reports a softening in Gulf recruitment activity for April-May 2026, though technology roles remain highly resilient.
Scammers Exploit Summer Heatwaves with Fake Cooling System Offers
Cybersecurity experts warn of fraudulent online stores exploiting summer heatwaves with fake cooling system discounts.
Axis Communications Hosts Interactive Security Roadshow in Riyadh
Axis Communications hosted its OPEN on the ROAD roadshow in Riyadh, showcasing intelligent security solutions, AV1 video compression, and edge intelligence applications.
Saudi Arabia Participates in Global AI Governance Dialogue in Geneva
Saudi Arabia joins international leaders in Geneva to discuss global AI governance frameworks and establish unified standards for emerging technologies.
Kaspersky Warns of Fake Software Campaign Deploying ScreenConnect Malware
Kaspersky has uncovered a campaign using over 90 fake domains to distribute ScreenConnect malware disguised as popular software utilities.
PwC Middle East Appoints Faisal Al Sarraj as Saudi Country Senior Partner
PwC Middle East has appointed Faisal Al Sarraj as the new Country Senior Partner for Saudi Arabia, succeeding Riyadh Al Najjar.
AST Networks Launches Phase2 Satellite Connectivity Service
AST Networks has launched Phase2, a satellite connectivity service powered by Eutelsat OneWeb, offering flexible data plans and secure private networking.