Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Paramount and Bahrain’s National Cyber Security Centre have launched a joint MITRE D3FEND training initiative to enhance regional cyber defense skills through advanced, evidence-based frameworks and certifications, reinforcing Bahrain’s leadership in cybersecurity excellence across the GCC.
Hithawathi by FOUNDATION.LK celebrates 11 years of promoting cyber safety in Sri Lanka, providing emotional support and digital literacy for vulnerable users while empowering over 1.4 million citizens through education and awareness.
Beyon Cyber and Bahrain Polytechnic have signed an MoU to advance AI research and develop Bahrain’s cybersecurity talent. The collaboration integrates Beyon’s Orryx AI SOC platform with Bahrain Polytechnic’s new postgraduate programs, fostering innovation, job creation, and digital transformation leadership.
BARQ Systems becomes one of Egypt’s first companies to receive full cybersecurity accreditation from NTRA, covering eight service domains under the new MCIT framework and reinforcing Egypt’s Vision 2030 digital security goals.
Egypt has signed the UN Cybercrime Convention, joining global efforts to combat cyber threats and strengthen digital cooperation. The move reinforces Egypt’s cybersecurity leadership, with plans to establish an Egypt–Africa cybercrime prevention center alongside the UNODC.
BARQ Systems has become one of Egypt’s first companies accredited under the MCIT cybersecurity framework, covering eight cybersecurity domains. The milestone strengthens Egypt’s digital infrastructure and supports Vision 2030’s goal of building a secure, resilient national digital ecosystem.
UTAS Salalah hosted a cybersecurity awareness forum to boost digital protection skills and public understanding of online safety. The event included expert talks, interactive workshops, and student showcases, emphasizing Oman’s focus on cyber resilience and digital literacy.
Kaspersky and Oman Data Park have signed an MoU to enhance cybersecurity cooperation in Oman, focusing on threat intelligence sharing, joint incident response, and cyber awareness training. The partnership aims to strengthen the Sultanate’s digital resilience and support its national transformation agenda.
Autoleague has partnered with BeyondTrust to deploy Privileged Access Management and Privileged Remote Access solutions, boosting cybersecurity, eliminating persistent passwords, and ensuring secure connectivity for its Australia and Sri Lanka operations.
Morocco has joined over 60 nations in signing the UN Cybercrime Treaty in Hanoi, reaffirming its role in shaping the first international legal framework against digital crime. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi hailed the move as a milestone for global cooperation and Morocco’s cybersecurity leadership.