Laiba Touqir, Author at CyberCentric

Sep62023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CyberKnight Continues Investing in Saudi Arabia Cybersecurity Capacity Building as Official Distribution Partner of MENA ISC 2023

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Dubai/Riyadh — September 6th, 2023: Once again, CyberKnight has strategically aligned with VirtuPort as the Official Distribution Partner – Diamond Sponsor for the MENA Information Security Conference 2023, 11th edition, taking place September 12-13 in Riyadh. CyberKnight will be participating with fourteen of its leading international portfolio vendors mapping to the conference theme – Beyond Resilience: Zero Trust Security for an AI-Pioneered Cyber Renaissance, which is expected to draw senior IT Security practitioners from across the region but will predominantly focus on the Saudi Arabia market. At the event, CyberKnight will support IT Security Leaders from enterprise and government organizations to achieve compliance to local frameworks such as NCA and SAMA, as well as protect their...

Sep12023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Bulwark Expands GITEX footprint showcasing on state-of-the-art IT Security Products

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The UAE-based pioneering VAD will be offering international renowned and award-winning technologies for all segments of the industry Dubai, September 2023: With an intense focus on boosting the IT security, communications & technology industries in the Middle East region, UAE-based Bulwark Technologies, one of the pioneering IT specialized Value-Added Distributor has an array of internationally acclaimed products lined up to be showcased at Gitex Global 2023. Gearing up for the event, the company has reiterated the importance of building a strong, integrated security infrastructure in the region. Located in Hall 24 (Network & Security), Stand D-40, Dubai World Trade Center, Bulwark will highlight its end-to-end security solutions and customer-centric distribution strat...

Aug302023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

PhishRod is set to participate in MENA ISC, 2023 and present its new features

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PhishRod, the leading cybersecurity awareness & automated phishing incident response solution provider, is set to participate in the highly anticipated Middle East and North Africa Information Security Conference 2023 (MENA ISC 2023). Among other highlights, PhishRod will talk about: PhishRod Centralized AI-Driven Agent for Security Awareness: An integrated AI-driven desktop agent, set to redefine the landscape of cybersecurity awareness training for both employees and organizations. This centralized agent functions as an adaptive and collaborative tool, serving as a constant reminder to end-users about security awareness and policy compliance-related activities. Users will have the opportunity to engage with the chatbot, gaining access to real-time insights, tips, and persona...

Aug242023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CyberKnight Upgrades Digital Rights Management Offering with Fasoo

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Dubai, UAE — August 23rd, 2023 — Due to the increasing incidence of data breach and high-profile data theft, organizations are deploying Digital Rights Management solutions (DRM). According to Gartner, “Enterprise digital rights management offers persistent data-centric defense, solving security and compliance challenges with clear goals and governance”. Based on a recent Coherent Market Insights report, the global DRM market is expected to reach US$ 9 billion by 2027. To support the Middle East’s enterprise and government organizations to better protect sensitive data while minimizing AI risks and cyber threats, CyberKnight has become the value-added distributor for Fasoo. As an industry pioneer of Enterprise Digital Rights Management, Fasoo combines the most advanced data security an...

Aug212023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

AI Revolutionizes Cybersecurity Defense Against Evolving Threats

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The increasing sophistication of cyber threats drives the evolving landscape of cyber security. In this cybernetic age, organizations are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to bolster their defense strategies. AI-powered solutions are revolutionizing the fight against emerging threats by enabling proactive threat detection, automated response, and enhanced incident management. This article highlights the transformative impact of AI in cybersecurity. AI has emerged as a powerful tool in cybersecurity that empowers organizations to combat threats with greater efficiency and effectiveness. By analyzing vast amounts of data at unprecedented speeds, AI algorithms can detect patterns, identify anomalies, and predict potential attack vectors. This enables security teams to detect and res...

Aug192023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Driving Digital Transformation and Securing the Future: An Interview with Mario Foster, Technology Leader and Cybersecurity Expert

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Mario Foster is a thought leader in the technology and cybersecurity industry with an impressive 30-year record track of success as a technology leader. Mario is known for his expertise and leadership in driving digital transformation and leading cybersecurity initiatives. He is currently the Group CIO at Al Ghurair Group and has previously worked in leadership roles with Al Naboodah Group, Pan Gulf Holding Group, and Rawabi Holding Group. He is passionate about aligning IT policies with business objectives and optimizing business applications, making him a true visionary. His exceptional superintendence and dedication have not gone unnoticed, as he has been honored with prestigious awards such as the Global CIO 2021, 2022 & 2023 under the CIO Legend category and recognition as one...

Aug92023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CyberKnight announces VAD partnership with Elastic in the Middle East

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Dubai, UAE — August 8, 2023 — According to a recent survey conducted by Gartner, an overwhelming 79% of corporate strategists emphasized the significance of technologies like analytics, AI, and automation in achieving their data goals within the next two years. This highlights the increasing need for a robust platform that enables organizations to leverage these technologies effectively while ensuring data security, mitigating potential threats, and achieving operational stability across different environments. To support the region’s IT decision-makers, CyberKnight has launched its Data Analytics Business Unit by becoming the value-added-distributor for Elastic, the company behind Elasticsearch®, the development platform used by thousands of companies, to find the answers they need in...

Jul222023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

PhishRod appoints Amr Ismail as Regional Sales Manager in KSA, Kuwait, & Bahrain

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PhishRod appoints Amr Ismail, a seasoned professional in cybersecurity, as the Regional Sales Manager in KSA, Kuwait & Bahrain. With his invaluable skillset, Amr brings significant expertise in Security Awareness, Sales, Strategic Partner Management, Liaising, and Relationship Management. In his previous appointments, Amr has played a pivotal role in advocating the need for security awareness and has helped numerous organizations implement security awareness solutions. PhishRod hopes to leverage Amr's extensive industry and regional expertise to elevate regional customer relationship management. Amr’s extensive network of successful partnerships reflects his ability to foster collaborative professional relationships for mutual growth. "PhishRod’s dedication to cybersecuri...

Jul132023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CyberKnight Brings Traceable AI – the World’s First Zero Trust API Security Platform to the Middle East

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Dubai, UAE — July 12th, 2023 — According to Gartner, by 2024 API attacks would be one of the most common attack vectors while “API abuses and related data breaches will nearly double”. There will be a continued demand for robust security platforms that work across the entire API development lifecycle. Based on the report by Future Market Insights, the demand for API security solutions will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.3% between 2022 and 2032, totaling around $10B in revenue by 2032. To support the region’s enterprise and government organizations better protect sensitive data and stop API abuse, CyberKnight has become the value-added-distributor for Traceable, that allows for discovery and security posture management, threat protection and threat management, acros...

Jun242023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

PhishRod updates its content library with 100+ new content artifacts to aware end users about the changing threat landscape

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PhishRod is excited to announce the addition of 100+ new awareness artifacts with highly engaging bilingual content to its library. Our customers in the MENA region can now use our newest lot of awareness content, including posters, infographics, micro-learning videos, computer-based trainings, emailers, and screensavers. The latest batch of content provides awareness to the end users on the newest threats that are affecting critical industries around the region and what are the measures end users can take to combat these threats. The updated content library targets role-based audiences including end-users, IT personnel, and management, while covering topics such as Smishing, Vishing, Ransomware, Business Email Compromise, Malicious Use of QR codes, and much more. PhishRod is a ...