Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Trend Micro’s 2023 Annual Cybersecurity Report reveals blocking over 161 billion threats, a 10% increase from last year. The report emphasizes sophisticated attacker techniques, a 349% surge in email malware, and significant threat prevention in Bahrain, highlighting the need for proactive cybersecurity measures.
In 2023, Oman managed over 460 cybersecurity incidents and resolved 241 cybercrime cases. The country processed over 30 million electronic transactions and deployed 4,566 5G stations. Investments in AI and space technology reached RO31.2 million and US$155 million, respectively, showcasing Oman’s commitment to digital transformation and innovation.
Trend Micro blocked over eight million cyber threats in Bahrain in 2023, including 1.9 million email threats and 1.1 million malicious URLs. Globally, they thwarted 161 billion threats, a 10% increase year-on-year, highlighting the need for proactive cybersecurity measures in an evolving threat landscape.
The Cyber First Kuwait Conference, under the National Cyber Security Center’s patronage, explored strategies to secure Kuwait’s digital future. The event emphasized cross-sector collaboration, the National Cybersecurity Strategy, and significant cybersecurity investments, with projections estimating $2.405 million in revenue for 2024.
Vodafone showcased its technological expertise at COMEX 2024, attracting 24,000 visitors, hosting 15 workshops, and signing 7 partnership agreements. Key collaborations include Ericsson, Huawei, and Qpay. Vodafone also received the prestigious Cyber Security Award, highlighting its commitment to digital transformation, cybersecurity, and innovation in Oman.
Enoc Group has modernized its on-premises and cloud infrastructure with Commvault’s AI-powered solutions, improving operational efficiency, reducing overheads, and ensuring business continuity. By leveraging Commvault’s hybrid cloud security and data protection systems, Enoc achieved significant time and cost savings, enhancing cybersecurity and data management across its network.
NITDA and Cisco have signed an MoU to advance AI and smart agriculture in Nigeria. This partnership will implement pilot projects in AI, broadband, smart agriculture, and technology learning hubs, aligning with national goals for digitisation, food security, and economic growth.
Core42, a G42 company, has launched the JAIS Chat mobile app for iOS, offering bilingual English and Arabic AI-driven communication. Built on the powerful JAIS 30B model, JAIS Chat excels in both languages and is designed to enhance government communications, customer service automation, and workforce enablement across various sectors.
The Sri Lankan government is set to draft a National Cyber Security Act to enhance digital safety. Announced by State Minister Kanaka Herath, the act addresses the need spurred by Sri Lankans’ 74 million social media accounts. This move is part of the broader National Digital Strategy 2030.
In an era where the younger generation displays a significant interest in gadgets, Kaspersky, an international cybersecurity firm, has collaborated with the Cadi Ayad school in Casablanca to host a “Family Day” aimed at educating children about the importance of information technology.