Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity news, data protection updates, cloud security trends, and digital threat intelligence for businesses and organizations in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region.
AI Network Traffic in UAE Projected to Triple Within Three Years
A new Cisco study reveals that AI network traffic in the UAE will triple by 2029, pushing 81% of enterprise networks to their capacity limits.
Anthropic Redeploys Claude Fable 5 Globally Following Lifted Export Controls
Anthropic is redeploying its Claude Fable 5 model globally on July 1, 2026, after the US government lifted temporary export controls.
Cequence Security Launches AI-Native Platform 9.0 for API Protection
Cequence Security has released Platform 9.0, featuring a built-in AI Assistant and an open Model Context Protocol server to secure enterprise APIs.
Autonomous AI Agents Pose Security Risks in Saudi Arabia
A new KnowBe4 study reveals that 24% of organizations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE deploy autonomous AI agents without governance, increasing cybersecurity risks.
The Gentlemen Ransomware Group Expands Operations with Custom Malware
Kaspersky reports that The Gentlemen ransomware group is using new custom-built tools, including a Go-based backdoor and a C-based variant, to target global organizations.
Kaspersky Sustainability Report Outlines Global Cyber Resilience Efforts
The Kaspersky sustainability report for 2024-2025 highlights a 74% increase in detected advanced persistent threat groups and global security efforts.
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Claude Sonnet 5 Launched with Advanced Agentic Capabilities
Claude Sonnet 5 has been released with advanced agentic capabilities, lower pricing, and enhanced safety features for developers worldwide.
Anthropic Prepares Claude Sonnet 5, Restricts Fable 5 Behind Identity Verification
Anthropic is preparing Claude Sonnet 5 for standard release while restricting the advanced Fable 5 model behind mandatory identity verification.
Mawhiba Training Program Launches with Huawei in China
The first joint Mawhiba training program with Huawei has launched in Shenzhen, China, to train Saudi university students in advanced artificial intelligence.
Cisco Study Reveals 86% of Saudi Organizations Face Network Capacity Limits Within Two Years Due to AI
A Cisco study shows that 86% of Saudi organizations expect to hit network capacity limits within 24 months due to rapid AI adoption.
1001 Secures $30 Million Series A Funding Led by Lux Capital
GCC-based technology company 1001 has raised $30 million in Series A funding led by Lux Capital to expand its sovereign AI systems.
KIDZONET Joins Internet Watch Foundation to Block Abuse Material at Network Level
KIDZONET has joined the Internet Watch Foundation to integrate real-time intelligence feeds and block child sexual abuse material at the network level.
Malware Attacks on SMBs Disguised as AI Services Surge Fivefold in 2026
A new Kaspersky report reveals that malware attacks targeting small businesses under the guise of AI tools increased fivefold in early 2026.
US Restricts Access to Anthropic Fable 5 and Mythos 5 Models
The US government has restricted access to Anthropic’s Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, marking a shift toward direct model access regulation.
Saudi Makes Future Delegation Attracts Over 250 Global Companies to Riyadh Edition
The Saudi Makes Future delegation concluded its participation in Italy, attracting over 250 global companies to the upcoming Riyadh edition in December.
Mastercard Launches Africa Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to Secure Digital Economy
Mastercard has launched its Africa Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to strengthen digital security and support the continent’s growing digital economy.
AI-Assisted Attack Exposes Millions of Hotel Records
A security investigation has revealed how a Russian hacker used AI tools to breach multiple hotel booking platforms, exposing millions of guest records.
Tuwaiq Academy Wins Best CompTIA Partner Award for EMEA Region
Tuwaiq Academy has won the CompTIA Best Partner award for the EMEA region for the second time, highlighting its role in technical training.
US Government Clears Anthropic to Redeploy Claude Mythos 5 to Critical Infrastructure
Washington has authorized a limited return of Anthropic’s most powerful cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos 5, for critical infrastructure defenders.
GPT-5.6 Sol Launched in Limited Preview with Advanced Reasoning Capabilities
GPT-5.6 Sol has launched in a limited preview, introducing advanced reasoning, coding, and cybersecurity capabilities alongside Terra and Luna models.
US Government Restricts OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 Launch Under Strict Federal Oversight
The US government has intervened to restrict OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 launch, forcing a limited partner preview under strict federal oversight.
Anthropic Accuses Alibaba of Massive Distillation Attack on Claude AI
Anthropic has accused Alibaba of executing the largest known distillation attack on its Claude AI model, generating millions of unauthorized exchanges.