SDAIA to Launch AI Creativity Bootcamp for National Talent
SDAIA is launching a three-day intensive training program on August 10 to train Saudi creative professionals in generative AI technologies.
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Category: Cybersecurity
Data Breach Cost in Saudi Arabia Reaches SAR 27 Million in 2026
The average data breach cost in Saudi Arabia reached SAR 27 million in 2026, with financial services facing the highest expenses.
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HaxUnit and Liplyn Partner to Strengthen Cyber Resilience in the Gulf
HaxUnit and Liplyn Information Group have partnered to deliver continuous external attack-surface monitoring and structured ISO 27001 reporting across the Gulf region.
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Mannai Information Technology Opens New Riyadh Headquarters to Support Digital Economy
Mannai Information Technology Saudi Arabia has established its new regional headquarters in Riyadh to support local digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives.
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KnowBe4 Launches Simulated Vishing to Combat Voice-Based Threats
KnowBe4 has introduced new simulated vishing capabilities to help organizations train employees against high-pressure phone scams and AI voice cloning.
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Middle East Telecom Operators Adopt AI-Powered Cybersecurity Drills to Protect Infrastructure
Middle East telecom operators are deploying AI-powered cybersecurity drills to protect critical digital infrastructure, smart cities, and cloud networks.
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Salam Obtains NCA Managed Security Operations License
Salam has secured a five-year Tier 2 license from the National Cybersecurity Authority to provide Managed Security Operations Center services in Saudi Arabia.
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IBM Report: Cost of Data Breaches in Middle East Reaches $8 Million
A new IBM study reveals that the average cost of data breaches in the Middle East has reached $8 million, with AI-powered attacks on the rise.
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Cequence Security Launches Agentic Zero Trust to Secure AI Workflows
Cequence Security has launched four new capabilities for its AI Gateway, introducing a new security framework to govern autonomous agents.
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Saviynt Surpasses $300 Million ARR and Launches Zuma Platform
Saviynt has surpassed $300 million in ARR and launched Zuma, a dedicated platform designed to secure AI agents and non-human identities.
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KniTT Launches Elysium Private Cloud Platform to Address Geopolitical Risks
KniTT has launched Elysium, an AI-powered private cloud platform designed to secure data sovereignty and mitigate geopolitical risks in the Middle East.
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Nvidia Leads Formation of Open Secure AI Alliance Following OpenAI Security Incident
Nvidia has led the formation of the Open Secure AI Alliance alongside Microsoft, SpaceX, and Cisco to build open defensive tools following the recent OpenAI security incident.
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Global Governments Agree on Unified 6G Development Timeline
More than 20 nations have committed to a unified 6G development timeline to align research and establish secure communication channels within the next year.
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Kaspersky Report Highlights H1 2026 Cyber Threat Trends in Saudi Arabia
Kaspersky’s H1 2026 report reveals 5.4 million blocked attacks in Saudi Arabia and highlights the growing role of AI in malware development.
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Help AG Receives Dubai AI Seal Tier E Certification
Help AG has been awarded the Dubai AI Seal Tier E certification, validating its secure artificial intelligence and cybersecurity operations.
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HAVELSAN Validates Four Software Capabilities in NATO CWIX 2026 Exercise
HAVELSAN has successfully validated four of its software capabilities during the NATO CWIX 2026 exercise, ensuring compliance with alliance interoperability standards.
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Cisco Launches Antares AI Models for Local Code Security
Cisco has released Antares, a family of compact, open-weight AI models designed to detect software vulnerabilities locally on-premises.
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NVIDIA and Microsoft Launch Open Secure AI Alliance to Combat Digital Threats
NVIDIA and Microsoft have established a new global alliance to develop open-source security tools for artificial intelligence systems.
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Kaspersky Warns of Advertising Data Risks Exploited by Cybercriminals
Kaspersky researchers warn that cybercriminals are exploiting AdTech infrastructure to track users and deliver highly targeted spyware.
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Saudi Arabia Ranks First in MENA for Digital Government Services
Saudi Arabia has maintained its top ranking in the MENA region for digital government services for the fourth consecutive year, scoring 99 percent on the 2025 GEMS index.
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