Cybersecurity
Microsoft Expands Security Capabilities With Agent 365 General Availability
Microsoft Agent 365 is now generally available, expanding security capabilities and integrations. The release strengthens Microsoft’s security portfolio with enhanced threat detection features.
GISEC GLOBAL 2026 Cybersecurity Summit Set for Dubai in September
GISEC GLOBAL 2026 cybersecurity conference takes place September 16-18 in Dubai, bringing together regional leaders to address escalating threats to critical infrastructure and financial systems.
KnowBe4 Launches Agent Risk Manager to Secure AI Workforce
KnowBe4 unveiled Agent Risk Manager, a new defense system for securing autonomous AI agents. The platform monitors agent behavior and prevents unauthorized actions as workflows shift to agent-managed operations.
Booking.com Data Breach Exposes Customer Names, Contact Details and Reservation Information
Booking.com confirmed a data breach exposing customer names, contact details, and reservation information. Financial data was not accessed, the company said.
COGNNA HORIZON 2026 Summit Brings Together Cybersecurity Leaders Across the Middle East
COGNNA held its third annual HORIZON 2026 summit in Riyadh on April 12, bringing together cybersecurity leaders from across the MENA region to discuss AI-driven cyber defense strategies.
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OECD Survey: AI Adoption in SMEs Is Widespread but Security Gaps and Skills Shortages Persist
A 2026 OECD survey finds 61% of SMEs use AI tools, but 76% remain novice users while nearly half lack basic digital security measures.
Group-IB Joins MITRE Fight Fraud Framework as Initial Data Contributor
Group-IB has joined the MITRE Fight Fraud Framework as an initial data contributor, bringing adversary-driven fraud intelligence from active investigations and law enforcement partnerships.
Project Glasswing: Amazon, Google, and Microsoft Form AI Cybersecurity Consortium
Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and other tech companies have joined Project Glasswing, using Anthropic’s Claude Mythos AI to detect software vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure systems.
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview Finds Thousands of Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Across Major Operating Systems and Browsers
Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview has found thousands of critical vulnerabilities across major operating systems and browsers, prompting a coordinated industry patching effort under Project Glasswing.
Genetec Urges Middle East Organizations to Integrate Physical Security Into IT Network Strategies
Genetec Inc. called on Middle East governments and enterprises to integrate physical security systems into their IT network strategies as cyber threats grow more sophisticated.
Claude Mythos AI: What Is Anthropic’s Leaked Model and Why It Raised Cybersecurity Concerns
An unreleased Anthropic model known as Claude Mythos AI surfaced online, raising cybersecurity concerns about unfiltered language models and AI data governance.
Fake Shipment Tracking Scams Surge Across Middle East and Africa, Group-IB Warns
Group-IB researchers warn that fake shipment tracking scams are surging across the Middle East and Africa, driven by Phishing-as-a-Service platforms targeting parcel delivery users.
Supply Chain Attacks Top Cyber Threats Facing Businesses Globally and in Saudi Arabia
Supply chain attacks affected 31% of enterprises globally and 30% in Saudi Arabia over the past 12 months, topping all other cyberthreat categories in a new Kaspersky study.
Google Acquires Wiz: Cloud Security Platform Joins Google Cloud as AI Threats Accelerate
Google has officially closed its acquisition of Wiz, the cloud security company. Wiz will continue operating as a multi-cloud platform while integrating with Google Cloud and Gemini AI.
Fortinet Report: AI-Driven Cyber Fraud Surges 1,300% as Saudi Arabia Tops MEA Cybersecurity Rankings
Fortinet’s 2026 report documents a 1,300% global rise in AI-driven cyber fraud and places Saudi Arabia among the top cybersecurity performers in the Middle East and Africa.
Splunk CISO Report 2026: Agentic AI Reshapes Security Leadership and Digital Resilience
Splunk’s CISO Report 2026 surveyed 650 security leaders globally and found that agentic AI is reshaping threat detection, personal accountability, and workforce strategy across the cybersecurity sector.
GEOSA Delegation Attends DGI 2026 Geospatial Conference in London
GEOSA delegation led by Dr. Mohammed bin Yahya Alsayel participated in DGI 2026 in London. The conference focused on geospatial security and defense technologies.
Kaspersky KATA 8.0 Enhances Network Detection and Response Capabilities
Kaspersky releases KATA 8.0 with advanced anomaly detection, shadow IT monitoring, and enhanced integration capabilities for network security teams.
Censys Appoints Meriam ElOuazzani as META Vice President
Censys appoints Meriam ElOuazzani as VP for META to lead cybersecurity expansion. The move includes new hires and focuses on partnerships in the region.
Kaspersky Study Finds 67% of KSA Firms Plan AI-Driven SOCs Amid Challenges
A Kaspersky study shows 67% of KSA firms plan AI-driven SOCs, but face data and talent challenges. Findings highlight expectations and barriers in AI adoption for security operations.
Kyndryl Opens Cyber Defence Operations Centre in Bengaluru to Unify Network and Security Operations
Kyndryl has opened its first Cyber Defence Operations Centre in Bengaluru, India, unifying network and security operations as agentic AI reshapes enterprise risk.
Anthropic Launches Claude Code Security in Limited Research Preview to Help Defenders Find and Fix Vulnerabilities
Anthropic has launched Claude Code Security in a limited research preview, offering Enterprise and Team customers an AI-powered tool to scan codebases and suggest patches for complex vulnerabilities.