Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
IM3’s SATSPAM automatically protects users from spam and scam calls and messages, offering basic and advanced tiers without manual setup. The initiative enhances Indonesia’s digital safety landscape amid rising fraud and financial losses.
Oman’s CAA educates travelers on cybersecurity amid rising aviation cyber threats. The program offers practical steps to protect personal data at airports. It reflects Oman’s commitment to secure aviation infrastructure and passenger safety through collaboration and awareness.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council warns against unofficial mobile apps due to rising cyber threats and urges use of official app stores with careful permission management. The campaign promotes safe digital habits amid increasing cyberattacks, highlighting the importance of public vigilance and cybersecurity education.
Cloudflare blocked 190 billion daily cyberthreats in Q2 2025 amid rising internet use. KSA saw a 76% drop in attacks after a Q1 spike; UAE experienced increased threats with 1 billion daily blocks. Web Application Firewall and DDoS mitigations remain key defenses.
Saudi Arabia leads globally in cybersecurity with strategic investments, institutional strength, and international cooperation, providing a model for nations to build resilient digital defenses amid rising cyber threats
The Kalaam Telecom and SecurityHQ partnership signals a new era in GCC cybersecurity, offering advanced, locally compliant managed security services to protect businesses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Kalaam Telecom and SecurityHQ join forces to deliver advanced SOC and managed security services in the GCC, combining local expertise and global MSSP capabilities to protect regional enterprises against evolving cyber threats.
Nepal’s cybercrime cases in FY 2024-25 highlight surging fraud and complex digital threats amid reporting challenges and legal gaps, calling for enhanced resources and updated laws.
MTN and MTV Base launch Room of Safety, a 10-part youth-led series on child online safety, to raise awareness and promote positive digital behaviour across Africa.
Sri Lanka’s 9th Cyber Security Summit stressed the critical need for comprehensive PDPA compliance, data protection culture, and coordinated breach response, highlighting legal frameworks, industry challenges, and practical solutions for sustainable digital trust.