When the UAE Cybersecurity Council announced the National Encryption Policy v1.0, much of the industry focused on one phrase: post-quantum cryptography. For many, it sounded like a policy aimed squarely at IT departments, government networks and encryption specialists. In reality, its impact is likely to be far broader. It raises important questions for anyone involved in designing, specifying, procuring or operating technology across the built environment. The conversation is no longer...

As critical infrastructure, smart cities, and digital transformation programmes continue to accelerate across the Middle East, organisations are increasingly recognising that physical security, cybersecurity, and operational technology can no longer operate in isolation. For many years, physical security, cybersecurity, and operational technology (OT) were managed as separate disciplines. Security teams focused on protecting people, facilities, and assets. Cybersecurity teams were responsible...

As smart infrastructure investment accelerates across the Gulf region, organisations are increasingly adopting integrated security ecosystems designed to support operational efficiency, resilience, and real-time decision-making. The Middle East continues to establish itself as one of the world's leading regions for smart infrastructure, digital transformation, and large-scale urban development. Across the GCC, governments and enterprises are investing heavily in transportation networks,...