Saudi Vision 2030: digital challenges and opportunities
Dan Norman, Regional Director, EMEA for the ISF, looks at the challenges and opportunities Saudi Vis
02 June, 2023
The missing piece in the complex cybercrime puzzle
Abhay Pandey, Founder and CEO, MAST Consulting, looks at integrating security tools with a cybersecu
23 May, 2023
Preventing social engineering with contextual fraud messages
In today’s hyper digital world, fraudsters are constantly finding new ways to target consumers, so i
19 May, 2023
Adding analytics to AI
High value applications for AI video analytics are emerging at an increasing rate, and are not limit
16 May, 2023
Time for evolution for biometrics
Michel Roig, President of Payment & Access at Fingerprint Cards, takes a look at some of the tre
12 May, 2023
Governing cybersecurity from the top
Cyber threats are increasing at a rate far greater than the industry is able to cope with. Despite t
09 May, 2023
Building cybersecurity capabilities
Khalid Saad Al Medbel, General Director, Information Security, Ministry of Health, takes a closer lo
05 May, 2023
Utilising physical security data
As technology advances, physical security systems are becoming increasingly important due to the ris
02 May, 2023
Elevating trust by providing proof of presence
Stephen Allen, Senior Product Manager for HID IAMS’ Authentication portfolio, looks at Fast Id
30 April, 2023
The Security Middle East Conference: keynote speakers
We’re delighted to be launching the Security Middle East Conference – the sector’s newest and boldes
28 April, 2023
Developing a flagship programme
A phone call from a close friend and colleague is the catalyst for this article from Bob Rea QFSM, M
31 March, 2023
Transparent fire resistance
This article is part of an exclusive series by Abhishek Chhabra, Business Development Manager, Thoma
27 March, 2023
Aviation in action
The international connectivity to the Middle East continues to support the global aviation market as
20 March, 2023
MV cable testing… How important is it?
The British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) provides FME readers with vital technical insight o
17 March, 2023
Knowing which, when and how
Whether a manual hand pump, horse-drawn steam pumper, or a 400 HP engine, the apparatus sporting tha
10 March, 2023
Putting lives at risk
False fire alarms can cost companies money in both operation and reputation, as well as putting live
03 March, 2023
4 vital characteristics of effective threat intelligence in OT/ICS environments
Omar Al Barghouthi, Regional Director, Middle East, Dragos, looks at CART principles for improving t
27 February, 2023
MAYDAY – MAYDAY – MAYDAY
… an internationally recognised radio distress signal used by many professions including seafarers,
24 February, 2023
An unmitigated electrical safety risk
As the movement towards clean energy gains momentum and interest and uptake of alternative energy so
20 February, 2023
The history and development of fire helmets
Since the very first firefighter helmets were introduced across the USA and Europe in the 1820s, fir
17 February, 2023
Another year of unprecedented wildfires
2022 has seen another reduction in wildfires over all in Australia since the unprecedented season of
10 February, 2023
An eye on efficiency
The region’s retailers may currently be under less pressure than their counterparts in Europe and Am
06 February, 2023
Maintenance problems with water mist
Stewart Kidd, a loss prevention consultant with extensive experience of managing fire safety and sec
03 February, 2023
Modernising data access from RBAC to ABAC
One of the main concerns over data expansions is security. Mark Semenenko, Director, Solutions Archi
30 January, 2023
Human and cultural factors play an essential role
While with London Fire Brigade, IFE chief executive Steve Hamm, along with IFE technical advisor Pau
27 January, 2023
Holograms in the for fight for Africa’s authentication
Dr Paul Dunn, chair of the International Hologram Manufacturers Association, considers the developme
25 January, 2023
Protecting the largest museum in the world from fire
The Smithsonian Institution was established with funds from Englishman, James Smithson, a British sc
23 January, 2023
Time to prioritise safety on site
From flame-free fittings to provision of training, ways to enhance fire safety should be a top prior
20 January, 2023
Facial Recognition: 2022’s top developments
Video analytics saw a massive growth last year, as the benefits of this AI-powered software are bein
18 January, 2023
A complex network of systems and components
Visitors to any major city throughout the world will see some of the most beautiful buildings gliste
13 January, 2023
Selecting a mission-critical server for enterprise surveillance
Don’t fall at the first hurdle when it comes to protecting your mission-critical applications. Find
11 January, 2023
Foam is at the heart of the solution
Aircraft are a very visible high value asset, and few would argue against protecting them from fire
06 January, 2023
Is your fixed foam system affected?
Foam-based fire protection systems provide an important role in the protection of life, property and
05 January, 2023
Designing for compliance
In this article for Fire Middle East, Len Swantek, Director of Global Compliance, Victaulic explains
19 December, 2022
Reducing false alarm probability
False alarms can be costly and risky. Volodymyr Lugovsky, Presales Technical Manager at Ajax Systems
19 December, 2022
What invention allows people to walk through walls?
This is not a riddle from the future, writes Abhishek Chhabra, Market Development Manager, Thomas Be
16 December, 2022
Transforming perimeter detection with analytics
Fabio Marti, Vice President, Marketing for Azena, looks at how organisations can transform their per
12 December, 2022
Could a disruptive technology affect the sprinkler market?
Sprinklers have become much more widely recognised in building codes, with buildings of certain type
09 December, 2022
Dispelling the misconceptions of cloud access control
One lasting legacy of the covid pandemic was the acceleration in the adoption of cloud-based access
02 December, 2022
Automated robots can be daunting
Those who work in the order fulfilment, materials handling, warehousing, distribution or manufacturi
30 November, 2022
The power of predictive security
Mazen Dohaji, Vice President (iMETA), LogRhythm looks at how companies can stay ahead of future thre
28 November, 2022
Canary in a coal mine
In the years before the ubiquitous canary in a coal mine was used to detect gas leaks, newcomers to
25 November, 2022
Ventilation saves lives
Whether it affects a business or a residence, a group of people or a single individual, in the event
23 November, 2022
Ransomware: an evolving threat
Organisations must be diligent in their use of new and proven security measures to defend against a
21 November, 2022
Drone communication: an evolving area of improvement
Enrico Natalizio, Vice President, and Pietro Tedeschi, Senior Security Researcher at the Autonomous
18 November, 2022
Talking About …
… the significant increase in fire accidents both globally and across the UAE and the demand f
16 November, 2022
Threat intelligence
The ISF’s Dan Norman looks at how organisations can establish a stream of trustworthy data for effec
14 November, 2022
Every interaction is important
In a reflective mood, BOB REA QFSM, MIFireE, shares a personal thought after an exposure to a recent
11 November, 2022
An alliance of style and safety
Qatar is set to become the first Middle Eastern country to host the Men’s FIFA World Cup, as hundred
09 November, 2022
The gold standard in security practice
David J. Gill, Registrar, RCSP (Register of Chartered Security Professionals) looks at why more secu
07 November, 2022
5G: fight fire with facts
Rik Ferguson, Vice President Security Intelligence, Forescout, looks at the impact the emerging 5G t
04 November, 2022
Cybersecurity Q&A
We talk to Ibrahim Azab, Regional Sales Director for CyberRes, MEA, about how security operations ar
31 October, 2022
Human and cultural factors play an essential role
While with London Fire Brigade, IFE chief executive Steve Hamm, along with IFE technical advisor Pau
28 October, 2022
Fire protection engineering challenges in storage
Contributors: William E. Koffel, P.E., FSFPE; Kerry Bell, P.E., FSFPE; and Phil Friday, P.E., FSFPE
26 October, 2022
How to overcome the challenges in effective real-time CCTV monitoring
It’s natural to believe that with more cameras comes more security, but that is not the case, explai
24 October, 2022
The future of biometrics in commercial real estate
Building managers are leveraging biometric systems as part of their security protocols, to make comm
21 October, 2022
Building resilient Smart Cities
To build a secure and sustainable society, it is vital that we accelerate the move towards smarter c
17 October, 2022
Embed fire safety into urban planning
Fires can cause up to 180,000 deaths globally each year. This, according to The World Bank, is three
12 October, 2022
New guidance
Over the past decade, there have been substantial advancements related to fire risk assessment throu
05 October, 2022
Crime prevention and community risk reduction
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a largely unheard of concept for the fire s
28 September, 2022
Facial recognition leaders
The use of facial recognition in Russia has already seen more than 50,000 crimes solved, and an 85 p
26 September, 2022
Guidance & innovation
Kamal A. Hadi, Regional Director Middle East & North Africa (MENA) at Global Fire Equipment (GFE
21 September, 2022
XDR: beyond the buzzword
No doubt you’ve heard the buzz about eXtended Detection and Response… but do you fully understand wh
19 September, 2022
A solution is needed now!
There is no doubt that the trend towards the use of synthetic fluorine free foams (SFFF) in fixed fi
14 September, 2022
Video Analytics on the edge for smart cities deployments
Walter Candelu, VP Middle East & Africa, RealNetworks and SPA Secretary General, believes the pr
12 September, 2022
Aerial supremacy
Drone aircraft have seen a boom in popularity over the past few years, both for recreation and for m
09 September, 2022
Harnessing the sun for security
Is it time for your organisation to start investing in green technology for their security needs, as
05 September, 2022
A closer Look at Global Certifications – managing multiple priorities
Producers who maintain a diverse product portfolio are often challenged to meet a wide range of regu
02 September, 2022
What’s next for ransomware?
Dan Norman, from the ISF considers what the future of ransomware holds for companies around the glob
31 August, 2022
The future of lighting
Lighting and its infrastructure have come a long way since the invention of the lightbulb. Whether c
29 August, 2022
Foam is the most critical component
Firefighting foam is seen as a complicated firefighting method even though flammable liquid fires ma
26 August, 2022
Flying high in turbulent times
As the aviation industry globally struggles to rebuild capacity, some operators are faring better th
24 August, 2022
Passengers in focus
Amin Haj Salem, Key Account Manager – End Customer, Axis Communications, looks at how video an
22 August, 2022
Reduce risk, optimise cost, grow together
Outsourcing is nothing new, particularly in a market saturated with a variety of companies that deli
19 August, 2022
Getting your cybersecurity strategy right
Before you can pin down your cybersecurity strategy you’ll need to gather the right requirements, sa
17 August, 2022
Biometric security in 2022 and beyond
According to Statista, global biometric systems market revenue was around $36.6 billion in 2020 and
15 August, 2022
Fire alarms: what if you have autism?
We hear fire alarms activate every day. It’s vital for the early detection of fire and the eva
12 August, 2022
Thwarting attacks and protecting critical assets
Shay Siksik, VP Customer Experience, XM Cyber, looks at why attack path remediation is a vital part
10 August, 2022
Cloud security and the road to digital transformation
Although cloud computing is more secure than on-premise computing, the fact remains that it’s not im
08 August, 2022
Unlock the value of your camera systems
Koray Özyıldırım, Turkey Country Manager for IDIS, takes a closer look at how Turkey’s retaile
01 August, 2022
A core fire safety measure
Fire safety is achieved by a combination of complementary management, active and passive fire safety
29 July, 2022
Q&A with Tanium
Rami Mashal, Regional Director, Middle East at Tanium, talks to Security & Fire Africa about the
25 July, 2022
Giving back – life after the fire & rescue service
Internationally recognised and respected expert in training Bob Rea QFSM, reflects on his career in
22 July, 2022
Banking on security
As a prime industry for potential criminal activities, the banking scene demands an incredibly high
18 July, 2022
Keeping cool under extreme conditions
Mechanical pipe connections stand up to direct fire to ensure the water supply they carry to critica
15 July, 2022
Tech Talk: Cameras
Keeping apace with technology is very much the focus for organisations across the Middle East, and c
11 July, 2022
Building fire resilience
We are all aware that fire cannot be bound by regulations and a mismatch in international regulation
08 July, 2022
How video content analytics can tackle trespassing
AI-based video content analytics can deliver key information to ensure businesses are protected agai
04 July, 2022
Safer fire safety logbooks
The paper fire logbook is a fixture of millions of buildings across the world and plays a crucial ro
01 July, 2022
The importance of modern data protection
The face of data protection is rapidly changing to keep pace with the demands of bigger, faster data
27 June, 2022
Passport to fire safety
The concept of holistic fire engineering has always resonated with Dr Bob Docherty, MD of Flamerisk
24 June, 2022
Ensuring a secure environment for a cashless tomorrow
Hennie Du Plessis, SVP – Financial Institutions, Middle East & Africa, IDEMIA, reflects on some
20 June, 2022
Digital twins
In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire – the UK’s greatest loss of life in a building fire in 100 ye
17 June, 2022
Breaking down barriers
It’s no secret that when it comes to gender bias and stereotypes, one of the industries that struggl
13 June, 2022
Evolving technologies create new practices
The world is ever-changing, as are ships and cargoes, thus regulations are frequently reviewed and u
10 June, 2022
Securing the future of businesses
Dr Moataz Bin Ali, Area Vice President and Managing Director, Trend Micro MEA, looks at cybersecurit
08 June, 2022
Testing intumescent coatings is crucial
Passive fire protection measures are a key consideration in every building’s design and ensuring the
27 May, 2022
Blunt force: do you know the hidden danger to security professionals?
According to Robert Kaiser, from PPSS Group, those working within the security industry are at risk
26 May, 2022
You are the weakest link: how to stop the costliest internet scam
According to Steve Flynn, Sales and Marketing Director, ESET Southern Africa, it’s long past time or
26 May, 2022
Dark web threat intelligence player emerged in Saudi Arabia
Resecurity, Inc., a U.S.-based cybersecurity company providing managed threat detection and response
16 March, 2022
Putting security at the heart of design
A quick internet search will show a vast number of articles and research currently available on smar
16 February, 2022
Milipol Qatar 2022
Milipol Qatar is the foremost exhibition for key players involved in the Middle East Homeland Securi
08 February, 2022
Effective fire precautions for healthcare premises
The response to the COVID-19 pandemic by the healthcare profession rightly deserves the global accol
12 November, 2021
Product regulations in an ever-changing world
The task of meeting a wide range of global regulations also continues far beyond the final product d
12 November, 2021
Correct fall arrest solution is critical
There are many scenarios where working at height is simply unavoidable and some of the most hazardou
12 November, 2021
A new NFPA standard is underway
The NFPA, who recently explored the current trends and challenges of the industry, is working on a n
12 November, 2021
One big step for water mist systems…
It may be a European Standard, but it could well have a worldwide impact: EN 14972, the European sta
12 November, 2021
Active and passive fire protection: a balancing act
Sometimes knowledge and understanding of industry specific terms, applications and purpose are presu
12 November, 2021
IMDEC gathers pace as African ports attract $50bn investment
Maritime security has become a more important issue in West African region in recent times where att
23 June, 2021
Exclusive Interview with the CEO of CloudFest
In the build up to the world’s leading cloud computing conference, we caught up with Christian Jäger
17 March, 2021
Eagle Eye Networks bring Cloud Video Surveillance to the Middle East and Africa
Cloud Video Surveillance leaders Eagle Eye Networks have expanded in the Middle East and Africa, wit
15 February, 2021
Opinion: Cyber security lessons for the year ahead
Stephen Burke, ceo and founder of Cyber Risk Aware looks at what we have learnt and what we need to
03 February, 2021
How the modern world depends on encryption
The use of encryption is all around us. Every single keystroke, every email sent or received, and ev
09 November, 2020
Interview with Honeywell: Smart & secure
Security Middle East caught up with George Bou Mitri, vice president and general manager, Honeywell
18 September, 2020
Fast moving events need real-time information
The Middle East is no stranger to natural disasters, even if the types of emergency change over time
18 September, 2020
Intersec Dubai to provide safe and vital business environment in January next year
Intersec, the world’s leading security, safety, and fire protection trade fair, will open doors earl
18 September, 2020COVID-19 and its impact on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
Jacob Weiss – Global Threat Analyst – MENA for global travel risk management and international medi
27 April, 2020How Coronavirus Outbreak is Affecting the Indian Economy and How Can We Overcome These Effects?
Coronavirus is a human tragedy which has affected thousands of people globally. It ranges from the c
22 April, 2020ETERNITY NENX- Business Communication Solution for SOHO and SMB
Strength, success and growth of small and medium businesses rely on strong relationships with the en
22 April, 2020Genasys announce $1.5 million in naval and port security orders
Genasys a global provider of critical communications solutions has announced $1.5 million worth of
21 April, 2020Genetec’s virtual trade show Connect’DX will feature Arabic speakers and live chat with experts
Genetec Inc a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and busine
06 April, 2020GLOBAL CERTIFICATION FORUM (GCF) FOREGROUNDS INTEROPERABILITY AT CCW 2019
Global Certification Forum (GCF) will be participating in TCCA’s Critical Communications World 2019
14 June, 2019Seminar to explore responses to illegal mining in South Africa
It’s estimated that gold output from ‘Zama Zamas’ – illegal miners in South Africa – may exceed R14
11 June, 2019Windows Doors and Façades 2019 set to welcome 11,000, as Middle East market soars
rojects in the windows and facades industry across the GCC are now estimated to be worth USD 2.7 tri
04 June, 2019Perimeter Solutions Establishes Sales Presence in Middle East & India
Perimeter Solutions, one of the world’s leading producers of fire retardants, foams, and water enhan
03 June, 2019United Nations network expects over 500 attendees for international Disaster Management conference
The international disaster management community is preparing for another successful Global Inclusive
13 May, 2019Saudi’s security market continues to grow, as 111 exhibitors meet at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2019
A report released on the side-lines of Intersec Saudi Arabia by consultancy firm 6WResearch said the
16 April, 2019Securex West Africa Stand Highlights
Doors open on 16th April for the 9th edition of the region’s largest exhibition for security, fire a
10 April, 2019Internet of Things made more secure and accessible
Solutions for smart functions just got more secure, as Tiempo Secure announces the availability of i
25 February, 2019Milestone Systems taking a deeper look at combining human and machine intelligence
Milestone Integration Platform Symposium (MIPS) is Milestone Systems’ partner flagship event. It bri
10 February, 2019Securex West Africa – Official Registration Now Open
Online Visitor registration is now officially open for those looking to attend Securex West Africa 2
05 February, 2019Artificial Intelligence and IoT in focus at Future Security Summit
The 21st edition of Intersec in 2019 coincided with the launch of the three-day Intersec Future Secu
23 January, 2019Stage set for return of world’s leading security, safety, and fire protection trade fair in Dubai
Intersec 2019’s key government partners and organiser addressed media at the show’s official press c
17 January, 2019Matrix Comsec Announces Participation in Convergence 2019, to be Held in the Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 29th – 31st Jan’19
Matrix Comsec has confirmed its participation in the 27th Convergence 2018, to be held in the Pragat
11 January, 2019Matrix Comsec to Launch COSEC ARGO – The Next Generation Door Controller
Matrix Comsec will launch COSEC ARGO at Intersec 2019, to be held in Dubai between 20th and 22nd Jan
10 January, 2019Intersec 2019 Press Conference
The Intersec 2019 Press Conference will be held on Wednesday, January 16th at 10:30 a.m. Inter
07 January, 2019IDIS to drive Middle East video growth at Intersec
IDIS TO DRIVE MIDDLE EAST VIDEO GROWTH AT INTERSEC New technology addresses market priorities
07 January, 2019SECON – The perfect test-bed for security enterprises to enter Asian market
SECON 2019 is dedicated to development in the security industry and boosting global trade for all ki
12 December, 2018Post-show report: industry ‘eye-opener’ Propak West Africa attendees grow by a third
Between 18th and 20th September 2018, this year’s Propak West Africa attracted a record-breaking 4,2
19 October, 2018Middle East security, safety, and fire protection industries in sharp focus as countdown begins for Intersec 2019
The Middle East fire safety systems and equipment market is predicted to increase by eight percent a
16 October, 2018International construction launch event praised for quality and engagement
The Big 5 Qatar celebrated another international success as over 11,000 participants from all over t
11 October, 2018DW announces distribution agreement in Harco HIS in MENA region
DW Complete Surveillance Solutions has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Harco HIS
28 September, 2018Workers across EMEA showing security fatigue
Despite being fully aware of security risks following the introduction of high-profile legislation l
28 September, 2018Pelco introduces rugged professional IR PTZ camera
Pelco by Schneider Electric, a global leader in intelligent video surveillance solutions, has releas
28 September, 2018Research project on vehicle fire risks
A growing number of electric and hybrid vehicles are driving on roads and a new research project fun
28 September, 2018Fire risk on faulty belt
The Ford motor company in the US has started a recall involving the recall of nearly 2 million pick-
28 September, 2018Firefighter fatality
A firefighter fell to his death while battling a blaze on the upper floors of a government building
28 September, 2018Ghana introduces instant issuance of eIDs
Ghana’s National Identification Authority (NIA) has begun the first nationwide instant issuance of e
08 January, 20184 Reasons Why The One-Fit Surgical N95 Respirator Should Be Your First Choice For Disposable Respiratory Protection
Here’s why the N95 Surgical Respirator should be your first choice for disposable protection. Wearin
08 January, 2018National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI)
Net2 Installed at the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Type of site: Emergency Response S
16 October, 2016Aéroport de Cherbourg Maupertus conforms to new civil security obilgations with Net2 access control
Type of site: Airport Location: France, Cherbourg Number of users/doors: 5 doors 8 staff 35,000 visi
13 April, 2016Paxton Fundraising for Worthing Hospital Neonatal Unit
Paxton, the UK market leader of electronic IP access control and door entry solutions has announced
13 March, 2016Porsche Motorsport selects IPTV Solutions from Teracue at the World Endurance Championships
Odelzhausen, Bavaria – Porsche Motorsport relies on IPTV solutions from the leading manufacturer Ter
15 February, 2016Paxtons CEO Adam Stroud on Building Intelligence
Paxton’s CEO Adam Stroud takes a look back at the industry over the last two decades and explains wh
25 January, 2016UK unveils powers to spy on Web use, raising privacy fears
Britain unveiled plans on Wednesday for sweeping new surveillance powers, including the right to fin
08 November, 2015London Hosts Huge Defence And Security Exhibition
The Defence and Security Equipment International exhibition is taking place in London’s Dockla
14 September, 2015London clinic leaks HIV status of patients
A sexual health clinic mistakenly leaked the HIV status of nearly 800 patients, bosses admitted. The
02 September, 2015Paxton Celebrate 30 Years in the Security Industry
Paxton celebrate 30 years in the security industry with successful preview of building intelligence
01 July, 2015Hot Topics Facing the Security Industry Today
Introduction Predicting future technology and consumer trends is an inaccurate science, even more so
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