Press Releases from Vistar Communications (196 total)
Spectrami wins the Top Distributor for Network Security of the Year Award
Spectrami, the region’s primary cyber security value-added distributor today announced that it has won the coveted ‘Top Distributor for Network Security of the Year’ award at the GEC Awards 2020, organised by the leading technology media company in the Middle East, GEC Media group.
The 7th edition of GEC Awards this year were one of the first live in-person awards that were conducted since the outbreak of coronavirus in the region.…
AOC launches brand new series of Surveillance Monitors
AOC, the display specialist today announced the expansion of product portfolio with the introduction of its brand new E1 series of surveillance monitors targeting the fast growing regional market for video surveillance.
According to the analysts 6Wresearch, the Middle East commercial security market will grow by nearly 17 percent annually over the next six years, valuing US$7.4 billion in 2024, compared to an estimated US$2.9 billion in 2018. Video surveillance…
ESET launches new security solutions to protect constantly-connected users
The latest version of ESET NOD32 Antivirus, ESET Internet Security and ESET Smart Security Premium that offers fortified multilayered protection, enhanced IoT protection, product referral and a new security report feature is released today. Users can rely on the best balance of speed, detection and usability acknowledged by multiple testing bodies to protect their constantly-connected devices.
It is predicted that by 2025, there will be over 75 billion connected devices…
GreyEnergy group targeting critical infrastructure, possibly in preparation for …
ESET has uncovered details of a successor to the BlackEnergy APT group. Named GreyEnergy by ESET, this threat actor focuses on espionage and reconnaissance, quite possibly in preparation for future cybersabotage attacks.
BlackEnergy has been terrorizing Ukraine for years and rose to prominence in December 2015 when they caused a blackout that left 230 thousand people without electricity in the first-ever blackout caused by a cyberattack. Around the time of…
Paladion Cited among 10 Top Emerging Managed Security Services Providers
Paladion is among the 10 top emerging managed security service providers (MSSPs), according to The Forrester Wave: Emerging Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs), Q3 2018. To build their list, the firm performed a comprehensive review of emerging MSSPs, and evaluated providers on 24 criteria. The results were published in the Forrester Wave report, which stated that “Paladion’s' strength lies in its actionable data and dashboard.
“We are happy that Forrester named…
Philips and AOC to showcase their comprehensive range of monitors during GITEX T …
MMD, the brand license partner for Philips displays and AOC monitors today announced that it has partnered with region’s leading distributor, ASBIS to showcase its latest display solutions during the GITEX Technology Week at Fujairah Meeting Room A and B, above Hall 8, Dubai World Trade Center in Dubai, UAE from 14th to 18th October 2018.
Philips and AOC monitors together boosts the largest range of product portfolio in the world…
ESET researchers discover LoJax, the first-ever UEFI rootkit detected in a cyber …
ESET researchers discovered a cyberattack that used a UEFI rootkit to establish a presence on the victims’ computers. Dubbed LoJax by ESET, this rootkit was part of a campaign run by the infamous Sednit group against several high-profile targets in Central and Eastern Europe and is the first-ever publicly known attack of this kind.
“Although, in theory we were aware that UEFI rootkits existed, our discovery confirms they are used by…
AOC G1 Series Gaming Displays with Curved Screens
AOC, a global leader in display technology, has launched two new gaming monitors, designed for gamers who want to play at a competitive level but at a value price: AOC C24G1 (23.6”) and C27G1 (27”).
Gaming for Everyone
Computer gaming, for many people, may be simply a casual activity to take a brief break from daily routine. For a few professionals, it’s as competitive and lucrative a career as any sport. And…
Paladion Wins Best Managed Detection and Response Service Provider Award
Paladion, a global leader in Managed Detection and Response, today announced that it has been honoured with the ‘Best Managed Detection and Response Service Provider Award’ at the 2018 TahawulTech.com Future Security Awards ceremony. The event was attended by 200 industry leaders, and awards made to a select group of 20 organisations and IT security leaders for their accomplishments.
Future Security Awards organised by TahawuLtech.com recognises the top security minds and projects…
ESET Security Days arrive in Dubai
ESET, the world leading cybersecurity firm today announced that it will be hosting the ESET Security Days in Dubai. The company will host a diverse gathering of business owners and decision makers hailing from various industry verticals from all across UAE.
The Dubai edition of ESET Security Days will be held at Shangri-La Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE on 25 September 2018 and it will provide a common platform…
AOC & Philips monitors run a channel loyalty program
MMD, the brand license partner for Philips displays and AOC monitors has created a loyalty program which will reward channel partners over next 4 month. The company launched the channel loyalty program from at the beginning of this month and it will run through 31st December 2018.
Commenting on the launch of the program, Carol Anne Dias, Regional Sales Director – Middle East & Africa at AOC and Philips monitors said…
ESET launches a new line of enterprise security solutions
Today ESET, the leader in cybersecurity research and a top European Union-based endpoint security company, announces the launch of its new line of enterprise security solutions designed to provide the global enterprise sector with tools for prevention and management of cyber risks on a global scale.
ESET is raising its game with the introduction of ESET Dynamic Threat Defense, an off-premise cloud sandboxing solution providing almost instant analysis of zero-day and…
Three quarters of IT decision makers believe AI is the ‘silver bullet’ to cy …
New research from global cybersecurity firm ESET reveals that the recent hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is deceiving three in four IT decision makers (75%) into believing the technologies are the silver bullet to solving their cybersecurity challenges. The hype, ESET says, is causing confusion among IT teams and could be putting organizations at greater risk of falling victim to cybercrime.
In the past year,…
ESET launches updated MSP Administrator, its license management dashboard
ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, today launches a new online licensing management system to provide MSPs visibility into customer licenses, their usage and activated devices, allowing them to better serve their customers.
The new ESET MSP Administrator (EMA) is another example of how ESET aims to provide seamless, non-disruptive and quick solutions to businesses’ cybersecurity needs. Within one aggregated dashboard – complete with drill down functionality – MSPs can now…
Independent Research Firm Cites ESET as a Strong Performer in Endpoint Detection …
ESET – a global leader in information security software – has been named a “Strong Performer” in The Forrester Wave: Endpoint Detection And Response, Q3 2018, report. ESET was among the 12 select companies that were invited to participate by Forrester, and which were identified in the evaluation as the most significant endpoint detection and response (EDR) providers. The report “shows how each provider measures up and helps security and…
Philips and AOC brand of monitors partners with New Solutions Trading to boost i …
MMD, the brand license partner for Philips displays and AOC monitors partnered together with Riyadh based distributor, New Solutions Trading to distribute both Philips and AOC brand of monitors across the Kingdom.
New Solutions Trading is one of the fastest growing distribution company in KSA with nationwide network of strong channel partners. The distributor works with several of the global vendors and distributes wide variety of world class brands including Kaspersky,…
ESET named a Leader in Endpoint Security Suites 2018 Report by Independent Resea …
ESET – a global leader in information security software – has been recognized as a ‘Leader’ in The Forrester Wave: Endpoint Security Suites, Q2 2018 report. The prestigious report assessed 15 of the most significant security vendors, including their ability to prevent, detect and remediate endpoint threats, with ESET emerging as one of the leaders.
In reviewing the overall market, the authors stated that Forrester survey data shows that “IT environment…
ESET joins Cybersecurity Tech Accord
It was over thirty years ago that the founders of ESET created the first version of the now globally recognized antimalware product used on over 110 million devices in homes, workplaces and on mobile devices. Their commitment, and that of everyone at ESET, is as strong today as it was back then, which is the reason ESET has partnered with more than thirty other technology companies and joined the Cybersecurity…
ESET Declared a Leader and Top IT Security Vendor in Central and Eastern Europe
ESET, the leading IT security company based in the European Union, is the top endpoint security vendor in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), taking the most sizeable portion of the annual market share. According to the IDC Endpoint security software market shares 2017 report, ESET’s market share in the CEE region accounts for 37.5 percent, outpacing all of its competition[ Mark Child, Research Manager, Software, Central and Eastern Europe Endpoint…
The Embodiment of Smart Design
Philips Monitors, unveils the new Philips V-line of Full HD LED monitors series with Philips SmartImage offering vivid, crisp images, from edge-to-edge.
Combining high-end features with Philips intelligent design, the V-Line models 223V7QHSB, 243V7QDSB and 273V7QDAB are incredibly appealing monitors with an abundance of features. The V-Line offers high-value displays with specs and sizes designed to impress – while maintaining economically friendly prices. It’s the embodiment of smart design. With all…
Paladion Announces Fully Integrated AI-Driven MDR at Gartner Security & Risk Man …
Paladion, a global leader in cyber defense solutions, today announced fully integrated AI-Driven Managed Detection and Response Services at Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2018.
Targeted artificial intelligence (AI) from Paladion now supports security experts for faster, more accurate, more effective threat anticipation, security analytics, and response actions. The new-generation high-speed cyber defense powered by Paladion’s AI.saac platform lets human security experts defend against the increasing volume and diversity…
Paladion Launches the First AI-Driven SOC in the Middle East
Paladion has launched the first AI-driven SOC in the Middle East to protect enterprises in the region from next-generation threats.
The leading-edge AI-driven SOC is located in Dubai, UAE, and will service customers in the MEA region. Paladion’s AI-Driven SOC is a response to changes in the global and regional threat landscape. Globally, cyber criminals have begun to deploy their own AI-driven cyber-attacks. They are using AI platforms to increase…
New SonicWall MSSP Program Expands Partner Opportunities to Meet Explosive Deman …
SonicWall, the trusted security partner protecting more than 1 million networks worldwide, announces the company’s new managed security service provider (MSSP) program. The SonicWall SecureFirst MSSP Program helps partners with new or mature managed security practices fill their customers’ widening security skills gap by building and scaling their managed security service offerings to deliver optimal security outcomes.
“The swift rise and sophistication of data breaches and network threats is forcing well-intentioned…
Managed Service Providers receive boost from ESET with two additional Direct End …
Today ESET announced the expansion of its MSP offer with new ESET Direct Endpoint Management (DEM) plugins, adding two well-known players in the MSP space, SolarWinds N-Central and Datto.
The first of the two Remote Management and Monitoring (RMM) plugins mentioned here integrate with SolarWinds N-central’s console, speeding up and improving installation processes by establishing a direct connection to ESET endpoints. The second plugin, Datto’s Autotask AEM, also creates a…
SonicWall Exceeds Financial Goals for Fifth Consecutive Quarter, Eclipses $500 M …
SonicWall Exceeds Financial Goals for Fifth Consecutive Quarter, Eclipses $500 Million in New Partner Deal Registrations and Receives 12 Industry Accolades
• Surpassed financial and operational objectives for fifth straight quarter
• Added $500 million in new partner deal registrations
• Received 12 cybersecurity industry accolades since February 1st
• Delivered dramatic improvements in customer service, technical support and self-service capabilities
3rd April 2018, Dubai, UAE: SonicWall, the trusted security partner protecting more than 1 million networks worldwide,…
Three things you won’t want to miss from ESET at RSA 2018
ESET today announced it will be demonstrating new security solutions for the enterprise sector, presenting on the main conference program and showcasing newly commissioned research at RSA 2018 in San Francisco, California.
First, ESET’s top engineers will be on hand to demo the latest portfolio of security solutions for the enterprise market with RSA attendees. The suite of services and solutions include an all-new ESET Security Management Center providing enterprises…
SonicWall partners with LinkQuest to expand in Pakistan
SonicWall, the trusted security partner protecting more than 1 million networks worldwide, has announced that it has re-entered the Pakistan market once again with a distribution tie-up with one of the leading names in IT distribution in the country, LinkQuest.
As the authorised distributors LinkQuest will now offer SonicWall’s award winning security products and solutions to its channel partners and customers. The product portfolio includes Next Generation Firewalls for small to…
New Leviton e2XHD Universal High-Density Panels Support Shielded Connectivity in …
IT managers want better protection for their mission-critical applications with shielded connectivity that still allows fast deployment and simple maintenance. Leviton delivers that solution with the release of two universal panels for its popular e2XHD Snap-In Cassette Patching System. These flat and angled 1RU panels support fiber, UTP, and now shielded connectivity.
“Enterprise and data center IT organizations require network infrastructure that protects their data flow, yet allows easy cable routing…
Paladion to Showcase its Cyber AI Platform at the Artelligence Forum as a Silver …
Paladion, a global cyber defence company that provides AI-Driven Managed Detection and Response Services will participate in Artelligence Forum, scheduled on 25th – 26th April 2018 in Dubai, as a Silver Sponsor.
The event, which is presented by Khaleej Times and MIT Sloan Management Review GCC, will bring government leaders, business leaders and technology innovators together to explore the applications of Artificial Intelligence across different industries.
Paladion is consistently rated and…
SonicWall Cyber Threat Report Illustrates Intense Cyber Arms Race
onicWall, the trusted security partner protecting more than 1 million networks worldwide, announces research and intelligence from its 2018 Cyber Threat Report. In sum, the company recorded 9.32 billion malware attacks in 2017 and saw more than 12,500 new Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) reported for the year.
“The cyber arms race affects every government, business, organization and individual. It cannot be won by any one of us,” said SonicWall, CEO,…
New Leviton Category 8 System Meets Need for 25 and 40 Gb/s Copper Networks in D …
As more data centres upgrade their networks to meet increasing traffic, they require cost-effective, standards-based infrastructure options. Category 8 copper standards, published in late 2017, deliver big benefits for data centre managers migrating to next-generation networks. Category 8 solutions offer a lower cost alternative to twinaxial cable, as well as fibre cable, in most short links.
The new Leviton Atlas-X1 Category 8 Shielded System offers IT managers a versatile and cost-effective…
ESET launches Smart TV Security to protect smart TV users from rising malware th …
Today, IT security leader ESET launches ESET Smart TV Security – an advanced technology protection solution against targeted malware attacks on connected TVs and other devices with the Android TV operational system.
According to statistics, there could be as many as 30 billion devices connected to the internet by 2020. While these gadgets bring numerous benefits to households, they also pose a threat to consumers’ everyday lives. Smart TVs in…
ESET to expose latest security and privacy risks of smart home devices at MWC 20 …
ESET, the leading IT security vendor based in the European Union, will launch its latest IoT security solutions and share groundbreaking research into the security and privacy implications of smart homes and devices at Mobile World Congress (MWC) – taking place February 26 – March 1, 2018 in Barcelona.
Exhibiting in Hall 7, booth 7H41, ESET’s stand will form part of MWC’s Internet of Things tour. ESET’s security specialists will demonstrate…
Leviton Opens New Data Centre Factory
Leviton opened its new Data Centre Factory at its Glenrothes, Scotland, facility. The Data Centre Factory provides data centre managers with bespoke network infrastructure products, including pre-terminated cabling and cassette solutions, with rapid delivery.
‘Field terminations can be the most time consuming, labour intensive process of cable installation in a data centre network,’ said Ian Wilkie, Managing Director of Brand-Rex, a Leviton company. ‘As data centre systems grow more complex, using…
ESET Middle East commemorates Data Privacy Day with month long promotion
Data has become the biggest commodity in this age of digital transformation and securing this data has become paramount importance for everyone whether it’s an individual user, corporate or even government users.
The loss of sensitive data and information can have long lasting ramifications leading to significant financial losses, penalties and reputational damage. The Data Privacy Day was first launched in 1981 as Data Protection Day on January 28th to…
Leviton Releases Cat 6A Universal Tool-Free Plug
Leviton announced its first fully tool-free, field-terminable plug, the Cat 6A Universal Tool-Free Plug. The new plug is easy and fast to install, and is built with a rugged metal body that provides superior alien crosstalk and EMI/RFI (electromagnetic interference/radio frequency interference) suppression while supporting 10GBASE-T networks and 100W Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications. The Cat 6A Universal Tool-Free Plug accommodates a variety of network applications, including the ability to…
Allied Telesis to Demonstrate its latest Networking Solutions at Intersec 2018
Allied Telesis, a leading provider of networking hardware and software products, announced its participation at Intersec 2018 that will be held from 21st to 23rd January 2018 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE.
Intersec is the largest and the most diverse show on commercial security and safety with a wide influence that spread various geographies including Middle East Africa and beyond, offering thousands of…
The nightmare after Festive Season (and Meltdown, and Spectre)
In the last few months of 2017, security companies made their own forecasts about incoming cyberthreats and the measures that needed to be taken to ensure a better and cybersafer 2018, often advocating the use of protective software tools made by that vendor. Lo and behold! 2018 started with a scenario hardly anyone could have foreseen.Two serious design vulnerabilities in CPUs were exposed that make it possible, although not…
Paladion announces its participation at Saudi Arabia’s biggest digital transfo …
Paladion, a global cyber security provider, today announced its participation at the Kingdom Digital Enterprise Transformation Show, the Saudi Arabia’s biggest digital transformation show that will be held in the capital city of Riyadh at Burj Rafal, Hotel Kempinski on 7th and 8th November 2017.
The Kingdom Digital Enterprise Transformation Show is primarily created to support the Digital Transformation Movement within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in line with the Saudi…
Leviton Live Opens in Dubai
Leviton, an industry-leading network and lighting solutions manufacturer, announced the opening of a state-of-the-art customer experience center, Leviton Live Dubai, located in the heart of the business district, Business Bay. The interactive venue is equipped with innovative technologies and solutions for a range of applications, including networking, structured cabling, Power over Ethernet (PoE), lighting controls, security, audio/visual, energy management, LED lighting, and more, presented to customers in a real-life, working…
Allied Telesis partners with Easa Husain Al-Yousifi & Sons Company in Kuwait
Allied Telesis, a leading provider of networking hardware and software products, announced the appointment of Easa Husain Al-Yousifi & Sons Company as its value added Accredited Systems Integrator exclusively for Kuwait region. Easa Husain Al-Yousifi & Sons Company is one of the leading ICT companies with more than 60 years of rich history in Kuwait. The company offers wide variety of solutions including security, network, surveillance, telecom, video conferencing, smart…
Paladion wins Top Vendor Award for Managed Detection & Response at GEC Awards 20 …
Paladion is a specialized partner for information risk management providing end-to-end services and solutions in the U.S, Middle East and Asia today announced it has been awarded ‘ Top Vendor Award for Managed Detection and Response’ at GEC Awards 2017. Paladion was presented the coveted Award at a Gala ceremony held earlier this week at the Rixos Premium JBR, The Walk Dubai in Dubai.
GEC Awards comes as the benchmark…
Leviton holds series of seminars across Middle East
Leviton announced today that the company will be running a series of seminars on various aspects of networking and lighting solutions across several countries in Middle East. The first of the series of seminars was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on 26th September and followed by the seminar in Jeddah on 27th September 2017.
The inaugural seminar focused on advance LED lightening solutions, and senior executives from Leviton will present…
Paladion bagged the Best Managed Security Service Provider Award consecutively f …
Paladion, a global cyber security provider today announced that it has been recognized as the Best Managed Security Service Providers in the Middle East region for the year 2017 at the Security Advisor Middle East Magazine organized by Tahawul Tech.
Paladion was presented the prestigious Security Advisor Middle East Award Paladion at a Gala ceremony that was held at the Habtoor Grand Hotel, Dubai on 28th August. The…
Paladion Joins the 10th Annual Cyber Defence Summit as the Gold Sponsor
Paladion, a global cyber security provider, is all set to present their comprehensive cyber security solution that enables an enterprise to detect the cyber threats faster and act with enhanced response capabilities to counter any cyber-attack at the 10th Annual Cyber Defence Summit organized by Naseba in Dubai. The event is aimed at bringing together experts in security technology, threat intelligence and incident response to address the challenges faced by…
InnJoo takes a leap with the launch of its ultra-thin laptops
InnJoo, the fastest growing brand for consumer electronics in Middle East took a big leap with the launch of its ultra-thin laptops called LeapBook. The InnJoo LeapBook is ultra-thin, light weight, elegantly designed laptops that comes in two models – the LeapBook M100 and the LeapBook A100, both run Microsoft Windows 10 Operating System.
Time Chen, CEO at InnJoo said, “We take pride in introducing LeapBook to the consumers in UAE.…
Paladion Recognized as a Representative Vendor in Gartner’s 2017 Market Guide …
Paladion—a global cyber defense company that provides managed detection and response services— today announced its placement in Gartner’s Market Guide for Managed Detection and Response as a representative vendor. Gartner identified Paladion as a representative vendor for its advanced threat detection and incident response capabilities using their proprietary security analytics and orchestration platform, which are capabilities profiled in this research.
In this research, Gartner recommends IT security buyers: “Use MDR…
Paladion Releases a Public Cyber Advisory to Contain the WannaCry Ransomware Thr …
Paladion—a global cyber defence company announced today that since Sunday, May 14, 2017, it has discovered new variants of the WannaCry Ransomworm. These new variants have no connection to the previous Kill Switch found in the original ransomware, which started wreaking havoc across the globe on May 12, 2017.
Speaking about the latest global cyber attack, Amit Roy, executive vice president and regional head for EMEA at Paladion, said, “The first…
Allied Telesis to Showcase Smarter Solutions at MIPS EMEA 2017
Allied Telesis, a leading provider of networking hardware and software products, announced it will participate in and exhibit at the upcoming three-day Milestone Community Days, MIPS EMEA 2017 to be held at The InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE on May 8th – 10th, 2017.
With Japanese technology in its DNA, Allied Telesis has emerged as one of the fastest growing networking companies in the region to offer products with…
Independent Report Recognizes Paladion as an MSSP that specializes in advanced [ …
Paladion—a global cyber defence company that provides managed detection and response services, DevOps security, Cyber Forensics, and Professional Services—today announced its placement in Forrester’s April 2017 report, Vendor Landscape: Global Managed Security Services.
Forrester recognized Paladion as an MSSP that "specializes in advanced [security] analytics and automation." The report noted that Paladion's solution "makes heavy use of statistical and machine learning models across the data sets it collects from clients. Heavy…
