Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Two days after hacker group Jabaroot claimed a data leak from Morocco’s Ministry of Justice, the ministry denied any breach, confirming all systems are secure and operational. It emphasized strong cybersecurity measures and urged citizens to rely on official information, warning against spreading false rumors that could cause unnecessary alarm.
Moroccan hackers Phantom Atlas exposed detailed internal maps of Algeria’s state telecom network, escalating cyber hostilities. The leak reveals critical infrastructure routes and interconnections, underscoring growing digital conflicts in North Africa.
Supernet Secure Solutions, a subsidiary of Supernet Limited, has won multi-million dollar cybersecurity contracts with a top Pakistani telecom operator. This marks a key growth milestone and supports national data security efforts, enhancing Supernet’s leadership in Pakistan’s technology sector.
Azercell and the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Center have launched a Cyber Education Program to teach schoolchildren about online safety, data protection, and cyberbullying prevention. The initiative, aligned with international standards, reached 250 students in multiple regions, aiming to build a safer digital environment for the younger generation.
QIC has launched Qatar’s first personal cyber insurance product, providing individuals financial protection from cyberattacks, fraud, and data restoration costs. The product supports Qatar’s national digital security goals and is available as an affordable add-on to existing insurance policies.
Royal Oman Police urges parents to actively supervise children’s online activities using parental controls, promoting safe internet use. The advisory highlights content selection, education on online risks, and vigilance as key to protecting children in today’s digital world.
Qatar Insurance Company (QIC) has launched a personal cyber insurance policy to protect individuals from cyber threats like fraud, identity theft, and cyber extortion. Available as an add-on for existing customers, the coverage aligns with Qatar’s National Cyber Security Strategy and supports growing digital security needs in the country.
Cyber fraud in Oman rose 35% in Q1 2025, fueled by fake websites, job scams, phishing, and cryptocurrency fraud. ROP urges public vigilance, reporting, and cybersecurity best practices while strengthening cooperation to combat rising threats targeting individuals—including children—and dismantling cross-border scam rings.
AI now tops the list of cybersecurity risks in Morocco, with organizations struggling to govern and train staff on its safe use amid rising sophisticated AI-driven attacks.
Dialog Enterprise’s expanded collaboration with Check Point Software Technologies enhances cybersecurity for Sri Lankan enterprises, providing cutting-edge solutions to protect against emerging cyber threats while fostering agility and resilience.