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Saudi Arabia takes part in preparing draft rules for UN Convention against Cybercrime
1+ hour, 49+ min ago (258+ words) Saudi Arabia, represented by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA), participated in the ad hoc committee session to prepare the draft text of the rules of procedure for the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime…...
Security Operations Center handles 2.76 million calls via 911 in January
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (243+ words) RIYADH " The National Center for Security Operations received a total of 2,761,540 calls through the unified emergency number 911 during January in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. This falls within the mandate of the unified security operations…...
SentinelOne deepens its commitment to Saudi Arabia’s digital future
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (845+ words) SentineOne plays a major role in bolstering the Kingdom's digital economy and cybersecurity journey by having a strong local presence, advanced AI-native technology, and supporting local talent.Meriam ElOuazzani, Regional Senior Director for the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa at…...
Czech Republic and allies break up Belarus spy network in Europe
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (50+ words) The Czech intelligence agency said Belarus managed to create the network because its diplomats are able to freely travel across European countries. Czech Republic and allies break up Belarus spy network in Europe Turkey restricts internet access amid opposition standoff…...
Statistics Law strengthens data confidentiality and prevents its misuse
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (53+ words) The new Statistics Law, published in Umm Al-Qura newspaper, emphasizes ensuring confidentiality of data and information collected for statistical purposes. Statistics Law strengthens data confidentiality and prevents its misuse Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Pakistan over the flood victims CMA…...
British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (130+ words) LONDON " The identities of more than 100 British officials, including members of the special forces and MI6, were compromised in a data breach that also put thousands of Afghans at risk of reprisal, British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach…...
Finance minister highlights private sector role in resilience at WEF roundtable
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (55+ words) Finance Minister Mohammed Aljadaan joined a WEF Resilience Consortium roundtable, emphasizing Saudi Arabia's push for private sector growth, digital infrastructure, and strategic investment to drive economic resilience and transformation. Finance minister highlights private sector role in resilience at WEF roundtable…...
Moyasar unveils MPG: A landmark in Saudi Arabia’s digital payment evolution
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (86+ words) Moyasar unveils MPG: A landmark in Saudi Arabia's digital payment evolution Moyasar unveils MPG: A landmark in Saudi Arabia's digital payment evolution Moyasar, a leading provider of digital payment solutions in Saudi Arabia, proudly announces the official launch of the…...
Saudi Awwal Bank signs on as mentor in the MEP Sustainability Champions Program
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (128+ words) Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), one of the leading banks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has announced its participation in the Sustainability Champions Program of the Ministry of Economy and Planning (MEP). The Saudi Awwal Bank signs on as mentor…...
Number of Sakani platform users exceeds 4.6 million by first half of 2025
7+ mon, 1+ day ago (70+ words) The Sakani platform has recorded significant growth in its efforts to provide diverse housing and financing options and solutions that meet the diverse needs of beneficiaries, including families and individuals, to own suitable housing Number of Sakani platform users exceeds…...