#GeopoliticalThreats

Europe’s Cybersecurity Chief Says Disruptive Attacks Have Doubled in 2024, Sees Russia Behind Many

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May 29, 2024 at 08:12AM Digital attacks on the EU, including election-related services, have doubled, with many linked to Russian-supported groups following the invasion of Ukraine. ENISA’s top official revealed the rise in hacktivist attacks and warned of AI-enabled disinformation threats. Experts are working to anticipate emerging digital threats, emphasizing the need for cybersecurity to … Read more

Middle East & Africa CISOs Plan to Increase 2024 Budgets by 10%

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February 13, 2024 at 02:36PM Cybersecurity spending in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa is expected to exceed $6.5 billion in 2024, driven by geopolitical threats, generative AI security concerns, and increasing data-protection regulations. Companies are increasing budgets due to more cybercrime and regulatory enforcement, with core countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading … Read more

Cyber Resilience Requires Maturity, Persistence & Board Engagement

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November 15, 2023 at 12:01PM Cyber resilience is crucial in the face of increasing geopolitical threats and advancements in technology like AI, according to cybersecurity leaders Reem Alshammari and Abeer Khedr at the Black Hat Middle East and Africa conference. They emphasized the need for organizations to prepare for cyber attacks and integrate cyber resilience … Read more