Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
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.
Jordan advanced ten projects in June spanning digital public engagement, airport automation, telecom regulation, and cybersecurity education, reinforcing the nation’s digital economy and security frameworks.
Huawei Nigeria reaffirmed its cybersecurity commitment at the NITDA conference, stressing user privacy over commercial interests. With rigorous standards and global certifications, Huawei advocates collaboration to secure Nigeria’s digital future, serving billions globally with trusted digital infrastructure.
Al Akhawayn University and Deloitte Morocco launch an 18-month master’s in cybersecurity, training experts with practical experience to meet Morocco’s digital security needs and drive innovation.
CINET’s internship programme develops Kuwaiti students’ skills in cybersecurity and data science, supporting the country’s digital transformation and fintech innovation goals.
The ransomware attack on Ingram Micro disrupted global order fulfillment and customer-facing systems, affecting thousands of B2B clients. The incident underscores the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures as cyber threats evolve and AI advances rapidly, exposing critical vulnerabilities in many organizations.