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Dear Readers,

We hope you've had a fantastic start to 2025!

We are excited to present the Intersec Special and the January 2025 edition of Techitup Middle East Magazine, available in both English and Arabic. This special edition features a range of insightful reports, exclusive interviews with tech leaders, and expert predictions for 2025 across various sectors in the Middle East & Africa. Whether it’s ICT, enterprise tech, or consumer tech, this edition covers the latest trends, innovations, and news shaping the tech and business landscape.

This edition is particularly special for us—not only because it’s our first release of 2025 but also because of the incredible content and influential figures we’re featuring.

On the cover, we have Hesham Tantawi, Vice President at ASBIS Middle East, a seasoned industry veteran who has been instrumental in positioning the UAE as a global IT hub. Hesham shares his valuable insights on the evolution of the tech industry over the last four decades, success stories, the importance of partnerships, and his predictions for 2025, along with a message for future leaders. We couldn’t think of a better way to kick off the year than by featuring such an esteemed leader. It was a privilege to speak with Hesham, and we’re sure you’ll enjoy reading his interview as much as we did.

As you move ahead, make sure not to miss key updates on ICT partnerships, industry announcements, and in-depth interviews with leading ICT experts, who share their outlook for 2025

We also have exclusive insights into 2025 tech trends, with predictions from industry giants like Cloudflare, Veeam, Nutanix, and eToro. A common theme throughout

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these predictions is the transformative role of AI, along with other significant developments like cloud and edge computing. 5G and 5G-Advanced applications are also hot topics, especially in the Middle East, where companies such as e& and Huawei are making substantial investments. As cybersecurity continues to evolve in response to advanced AI-driven threats, we explore what experts anticipate in this domain

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CONTENT

 REPORT —

P–08 2025 State of Physical Security

 INTERVIEW —

P–10 2025 Will be about Alliances and Partnerships

P–14 AI and Machine Learning are Revolutionizing Security Operations

P–16 Building ICT Talent with Huawei ICT Academy

 TECH FEATURE

P–18 Cloudflare Shares Top 2025 Tech Predictions

P–19 AI Set to Become Even More Dominant in 2025

P–21 2025 Technology Predictions from Veeam Software

 ENTERPRISE

P–22 CIQTEK Signs Link-Gulf as Exclusive Distributor for MENA

P–23 e&, Huawei Complete Trial of First 2.4Tbps Optical Solution

 CONSUMER TECH

P–25 WD: New Consumer Storage Solutions Empower Creativity and Stylize Gameplay

Mitsumi, PNY Join Forces to Accelerate Growth in MEA Region

Mitsumi Distribution and PNY partnership will empower the MEA region with advanced consumer and enterprise tech solutions.

Mitsumi Distribution has announced plans to form a strategic partnership with PNY, a global player in consumer and business-grade electronics manufacturing. This collaboration is set to empower channel partners throughout the MEA region to leverage the full potential of PNY’s advanced technology and expand their presence within the reseller network.

PNY, renowned for its comprehensive portfolio of professional, enterprise and consumer solutions, delivers reliable, high-performance products with global presence. PNY’s range includes AI solutions accelerated by NVIDIA, solid-state drives (SSDs), DRAM, Flash drives, which will now be made available to Mitsumi’s

extensive network of resellers and system integrators across the Middle East and Africa. Designed to meet the diverse needs of consumers, businesses, and organizations, these products serve a variety of sectors, including digital design, and enterprise IT solutions.

The partnership builds upon Mitsumi’s deep expertise in the region, particularly in emerging technologies such as cloud computing, AI, networking, and storage. By combining Mitsumi’s strong regional presence in over 30 countries and extensive in- country support with PNY’s high-quality, innovative products, the collaboration will provide channel partners with the tools they need to drive growth and meet the increasing demand for highperformance technology. Moreover, the partnership will empower businesses and end-users alike to stay ahead of the curve in today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape.

“Through this strategic partnership with PNY, we aim to replicate the success we’ve achieved with other partners in the region by providing reliable, efficient, and scalable distribution services in the MEA region,” said Jagat Shah, Chairman & CEO at Mitsumi Distribution. PNY can rely on us to be a trusted ally, providing the insights and resources necessary

to fuel their growth and capitalize on the region’s ever-growing and evolving market landscape to drive sustainable success.”

“With Mitsumi’s strong distribution network and logistical services, we’re excited to expand PNY’s presence in the MEA market,” said Jerome Belan, CEO EMEA at PNY. “Our combined strengths will enable us to support businesses in achieving their digital transformation goals while delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the diverse needs of the region.”

By leveraging the strengths of both Mitsumi and PNY, this partnership is poised to accelerate the growth of the MEA region’s tech ecosystem, fostering innovation and creating new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.

Jagat Shah Chairman & CEO, Mitsumi

Jerome Belan CEO EMEA, PNY

CrowdStrike Named AWS Global Security Partner of the Year

CrowdStrike also recognized as

AWS North America Marketplace Partner of the Year, MENA Technology Partner of the Year, and LATAM Public Sector Technology Partner of the Year

CrowdStrike announced it was named the AWS 2024 Global Security Partner of the Year, AWS North America Marketplace Partner of the Year, AWS MENA Technology Partner of the Year, and AWS LATAM Public Sector Technology Partner of the Year –recognizing its critical role in helping customers secure innovation built on Amazon Web Services (AWS). The awards highlight CrowdStrike’s deep partnership with AWS, spanning technology and go-to-market, as well as CrowdStrike’s critical role in transforming how AWS customers build, secure and innovate their businesses in the cloud.

Announced during the Partner Awards Gala at AWS re:Invent 2024, the Geo and Global AWS Partner Awards recognize AWS Partners that excel in specialization, innovation and delivering customer value – celebrating those partners whose business models continue to evolve and thrive on AWS as they support

their customers. CrowdStrike’s partnership with AWS combines industry leading technology and go-to-market efforts to empower AWS customers to secure their organizations across the entire attack surface – from code to cloud and device to data. AWS itself leverages the CrowdStrike Falcon® cybersecurity platform to protect its infrastructure and customers.

“CrowdStrike’s partnership with AWS has defined how companies build and secure their businesses in the cloud,” said Daniel Bernard, Chief Business Officer, CrowdStrike. “Last fall, we became the first cybersecurity ISV founded for the cloud to exceed $1 billion of software sales through AWS Marketplace, AWS consolidates its own cybersecurity on the Falcon platform, and we protect AWS customers of all sizes, from all industries and sectors, all over the world, against advanced threats. We look forward to continuing and expanding our relationship with

AWS, jointly securing the cloud, and stopping breaches together.”

“Presidio’s strategic partnership with CrowdStrike and AWS is driving innovation and transformative value for our customers,” said Jim Finn, Vice President, Cybersecurity Sales, Presidio. “From co-innovating around generative AI to expanding service offerings through the AWS Marketplace, we are creating new ways for organizations to achieve their goals. Together, we are empowering businesses with robust cybersecurity, optimized consumption models, and tailored managed services that support longterm success in the cloud.”

“Optiv is proud to partner with CrowdStrike and AWS to deliver cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions that empower organizations to stay ahead of evolving threats,” said John Hurley, Chief Revenue Officer, Optiv. “By combining AWS’ cloud innovation with the unmatched cybersecurity capabilities of CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform, we enable our clients to streamline security operations while optimizing their cyber resiliency.”

The AWS Partner Network (APN) is a global program focused on helping partners innovate, accelerate their journey to the cloud, and take full advantage of the breadth and depth of AWS.

Unified security, unlimited possibilities.

Securing your organization requires more than video surveillance. To be successful, you need access control, intercom, analytics, and other systems too. This is why our Security Center platform excels. It delivers a cohesive operating picture through modules that were built as one system. So, whether you’re securing an airport, a parking structure, a multi-site enterprise, public transit, or an entire city, you can access all the information you need in one place.

2025 Genetec State of Physical Security Report: Evolving Trends in the META Markets

Report highlights IT department's strategic influence and a purpose-driven approach to cloud and AI adoption

Firas Jadalla Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec

Genetec, shared the results of its 2025 State of the Physical Security Report. Based on insights from more than 600 physical security leaders, including end users, channel partners, systems integrators, and consultants based in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (MEA) markets, the report offers a comprehensive analysis of evolving trends in physical security operations.

HYBRID CLOUD ADOPTION GROWS AS ORGANIZATIONS SEEK FLEXIBILITY AND CONTROL

According to the report, 48% of META end users envision hybrid deployments as their preferred approach within the next five years, compared to just 22% favoring fully cloud-based implementations and 25% planning to remain fully on-premises. This preference for hybrid-cloud is echoed by consultants and channel partners, with 53% of consultants planning to recommend hybrid deployments in

the next five years.

This data not only reflects the rising demand for adaptable deployment models in the region but also highlights a measured approach to cloud adoption as the industry matures.

“In the META market, where digital transformation and operational resilience are top priorities, the evolving role of physical security is critical. By placing IT at the center of hybrid and cloud implementations, businesses can make security operations more resilient, datadriven, and adaptable to the region's dynamic threat landscape, safeguarding both people and digital assets effectively," said Firas Jadalla, Regional Director –Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) at Genetec.

IT DEPARTMENTS BECOME CENTRAL TO DECISIONS

A decade ago, physical security systems in large organizations were typically managed by personnel in specialized security departments. However, the increasing adoption of cloud and hybrid-cloud solutions, the rise in cybersecurity threats, and the need to align physical and digital security have led IT teams to take an increasingly prominent role in influencing the acquisition and deployment of physical security systems.

According to the report, 78% of end users in the META region say physical security and information technology (IT) departments now work collaboratively. Additionally, IT departments are taking on an increasing role in the buying process, with over 50% of end users, systems integrators, and consultants reporting that IT teams are now actively involved in physical security purchasing decisions.

AI ADOPTION GROWS AS INDUSTRY PRIORITIZES PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

The report reveals a significant rise in the interest toward AI adoption in physical security, with 46% of end users planning to implement AI-powered features in 2025, up from just 14% in 2024. This heightened interest aligns with a strategic, purpose-driven approach. With 49% of end users seeing AI as a tool to streamline security operations, organizations are focusing on practical applications, such as refining threat detection

and automating routine processes, with intelligent automation as the ultimate goal.

SURVEY METHODOLOGY

Genetec Inc. surveyed physical security professionals from August 12th to September 15th, 2024. Following a review of submissions and data cleansing, 5,696 respondents (including end users, channel partners, and consultants) were included in the sample for analysis. Survey samples were run across all regions including North America, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, East Asia, Southern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia, Western Asia, and Australia-New Zealand.

In the META market, where digital transformation and operational resilience are top priorities, the evolving role of physical security is critical. By placing IT at the center of hybrid and cloud implementations, businesses can make security operations more resilient, data-driven, and adaptable to the region's dynamic threat landscape, safeguarding both people and digital assets effectively," said Firas Jadalla, Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) at Genetec.”

Vice President, ASBIS Middle East

Hesham Tantawi

2025 Will Be About Alliances And Partnerships

In conversation with Hesham Tantawi, Vice President at ASBIS Middle East as he discusses challenges and opportunities across IT distribution, the importance of alliances and partnerships and how ASBIS stays ahead of the curve.

Could you share some of the major milestones ASBIS Middle East has achieved over the past few years?

At ASBIS Middle East, we've experienced significant growth over the years. As one of the oldest technology distributors in the region, we have consistently demonstrated that we are the right partner for our vendors, customers and channel partners here. Achieving success is a process of building it step by step, one can reach greater heights in course of time if you build block by block and then by putting these blocks together. That’s exactly what we have done here, we have built ASBIS Middle East block by block. We're more than just a distribution company; we are a distributor focused on building markets, forging partnerships, and creating value.

In recent years, we have consistently delivered impressive results, growing by double digits year over year. We've also set the foundation for future growth.

In 2024, we expanded into new markets and segments we hadn't previously explored, including servers, storage, and networking. We are now recognized as a major player in networking and unified communications, as well as in video conferencing technologies. These are areas we had not ventured into before, and we have laid the groundwork to capitalize on these segments in 2025, driving further growth.

How would you evaluate the current state of the IT distribution market in the Middle East & Africa region? What challenges and opportunities do you

see with emerging technologies?

I have spent almost 4 decades in IT Distribution, 38 years to be precise. Having spent nearly 38 years in the industry, I've witnessed the market's evolution firsthand and have seen the markets go up and down. In the early years of my career, we saw the rise of emerging technologies, which, over time, transitioned from being niche innovations to mainstream commodities. What began as specialized technology soon became essential for everyone.

Over the years, we've seen significant global growth, opening up markets and leading to consolidation. Every year we are seeing more and more vendors moving towards consolidation. For instance, there were vendors, 10 years ago who worked with 25 distributors., today, they rely on just two. So this shift toward consolidation is evident across the industry.

We are also seeing a change in how end users are segmented. If we check today, mega projects worldwide or top 5 customers for any IT vendor would be Meta, X, Amazon and so on. All of these companies are huge customers right now for every and single IT vendor. These mega projects and large clients have become central to the strategy of IT vendors, and this shift is narrowing the distribution channels. This means the consolidation on distribution is essential, and every vendor in the world is looking for the consolidation. What I'm seeing in 2025 is more of alliances, vendor-alliances, distributor alliances with major customers and partners. This will be the big game in 2025. It will all be about alliances.

Can you talk about your partnership with major technology vendors, how do they impact ASBIS' market positioning in the region?

At ASBIS, we follow a clear strategy and have a sharp focus on what we do. Even our slogan at ASBIS, 'SUCCESS THROUGH FOCUS', reflects our core approach. This is our core, and we add value to the vendors because we build blocks and we build a future together.

We build markets and implement market strategies, and our alliances are built for the long term—we don't focus on short-term business.

So, if you look at major vendors we are representing in this region, for example, if we talk about Intel, we are talking about 28 years of partnership, with AMD 22 years of partnership, Seagate 33 years of partnership. This

long-term collaboration gives us a deep understanding of the technologies we distribute. In fact, we're often ahead of other distributors by 1 or 2 years in terms of technology and sales techniques, which strengthens our market position in the region. This depth of experience and forward-looking approach ensures we continue to lead in our segment.

It is all about sustainability, in the way we do business and about standards and processes in everything we do, for smooth operations and effective outcomes.

And not to forget, partnerships & alliances. This is the absolute need of the hour and we value our commitment to our vendors and partners.

How do you foster innovation within the company and ensure ASBIS remains ahead of the competition?

At ASBIS, we prioritize diversity within our organization, as we operate in over 32 countries across the EMEA region, focusing primarily on emerging markets. This wide geographical footprint gives us access to a vast pool of knowledge and insights about global trends.

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have spent almost 4 decades in IT Distribution, 38 years to be precise. Having spent nearly 38 years in the industry, I've witnessed the market's evolution firsthand and have seen the markets go up and down. In the early years of my career, we saw the rise of emerging technologies, which, over time, transitioned from being niche innovations to mainstream commodities. What began as specialized technology soon became essential for everyone.”

By observing both emerging markets and more mature markets like the US, UAE, UK, and Germany, we can identify trends and innovations before they reach the broader market. In emerging markets, we often find ourselves 2 to 3 years ahead of the competition. We actively implement the strategies and innovations we see in these markets to stay ahead of our competitors.

So, once you are ahead of the competition, you lead the market.

Our approach to innovation includes adopting new sales techniques, upgrading our systems, introducing cutting-edge technologies, and raising the bar in terms of partnership standards. By staying ahead in these areas, we maintain our leadership position in the market and ensure that no one can easily compete with us.

As a veteran in the industry, what advice would you give to other leaders with the technology sector and beyond?

Three things.

1. BE AHEAD OF TECHNOLOGY

2. BE HONEST TO YOURSELF

3. BE HONEST TO YOUR PARTNERS

AI and Machine Learning are Revolutionizing Security Operations

In conversation with Firas Jadalla, Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec, as he shares insights on Genetec’s Intersec 2025 participation, 2025 State of Physical Security Report highlights, physical security industry trends and more.

Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec

Please tell us about your Intersec 2025 participation and the highlights of your showcase.

At Intersec 2025, Genetec will spotlight the latest innovations in unified security and cloud-ready solutions. This includes our flagship platform, Security Center 5.12, which was re-cently approved by Dubai’s Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA).

We will also showcase Security Center SaaS, a massively scalable, open, and unified soft-ware as a service solution (SaaS) that combines access control, video management, foren-sic search, intrusion and monitoring. Visitors will also get to learn more about

our innovative Cloudlink 110, a compact device that enables businesses to transition seamlessly to cloud-based solutions and the Genetec Operations Center. Available as part of Security Center SaaS or as a standalone product, the Operations Center is the industry’s first work management solution for physical security operations. The new solution is specifically de-signed for security operations professionals and aims to revolutionize the way physical se-curity teams collaborate, communicate, and manage their tasks.

As a global technology company that has been transforming the physical security industry, we remain committed to future-proofing businesses with cuttingedge solutions. Intersec is the perfect platform to showcase how Genetec is driving innovation in the physical security sector across the region. We look forward to connecting with our customers and partners and further reinforcing our contribution to shaping the future of the growing physical security market.

How do you see AI and machine learning impacting the future of security operations, and how is Genetec incorporating these technologies into its products? AI and machine learning are revolutionizing security operations by enhancing threat detec-tion, streamlining processes, and enabling proactive decision-making. These technologies can analyze vast amounts of data in real-time, identifying patterns and anomalies that might go unnoticed by human operators. At Genetec, we use a subset of AI called deep learning for purposebuilt solutions that rely on identifying trends and dependencies between features present in the data itself. Examples include:

For instance, Genetec integrates AI into license plate recognition, helping track wanted vehi-cles, streamline employee parking, and monitor traffic flow across urban environments. Be-yond security, our solutions analyze data from IoT sensors and interconnected systems to

Firas Jadalla

optimize operations, uncover actionable insights, and improve overall business performance. By embedding AI and deep learning across our portfolio, Genetec empowers organizations to make smarter, faster, and more informed decisions, ultimately shaping a safer, more effi-cient future.

Genetec recently released the 2025 State of Physical Security Report, can you share top highlights of the findings?

Based on insights from more than 600 physical security leaders, including end users, chan-nel partners, and systems integrators, the Genetec State of Physical Security Report 2025 offered a comprehensive analysis of evolving trends in the META physical security market. Some of the top highlights include a purpose-driven approach to cloud, increased AI adoption and the IT department's strategic influence on a company’s outlook to physical security.

According to the report, 48% of META end users envision hybrid deployments as their pre-ferred approach within the next five years, compared to just 22% favoring fully cloud-based implementations and 25% planning to remain fully on-premises. This data not only reflects the rising demand for adaptable deployment models in the region but also highlights a meas-ured approach to cloud adoption as the industry matures.

Similarly, 78% of end users in the META region say physical security and information tech-nology (IT) departments now work collaboratively with their IT departments, taking on an in-creasing role in the buying process, and are now actively involved in physical security pur-chasing decisions.

The report also revealed a significant rise in the interest in AI adoption in physical security, with 46% of end users planning to implement AI-powered features in 2025, up from just 14% in 2024. This heightened interest aligns with a strategic, purpose-driven approach where or-ganizations are focusing on practical applications, such as refining threat detection and au-tomating routine processes, with intelligent automation as the ultimate goal.

How does Genetec integrate data-driven insights into its solutions for its customers?

Genetec integrates data-driven insights into its solutions by leveraging advanced technolo-gies and analytics to help customers gain a deeper understanding of their environments. Our unified security platform consolidates

data from various systems, such as video surveil-lance, cameras, sensors, and access control systems. This allows us to create a cohesive view of operations, which enables our customers to make informed decisions. Our platforms are designed to analyze data in real-time, identifying patterns and anomalies that enhance security and operational efficiency.

Moreover, the solutions offer intuitive dashboards and reporting tools that simplify data inter-pretation, making it easier for businesses to act on critical insights. By prioritizing data secu-rity and privacy, we ensure our customers can confidently use their systems to drive action-able outcomes without compromising on trust. This seamless integration of data and analyt-ics underscores our commitment to empowering customers with intelligent, future-ready so-lutions tailored to their unique needs.

What are the most important security trends organizations should be prepared for in the coming years?

In 2025, the physical security industry will focus on ways to maximize existing investments to enhance security, increase efficiency, and boost collaboration between teams.

One of the most promising trends in physical security is the growing adoption of hybrid-cloud technologies. In 2025, decision-makers will prioritize hybrid systems, focusing on centralized monitoring, reduced maintenance with quick-deploy hybrid cloud systems, and modernizing video or access control systems without discarding existing investments.

In addition to hybrid-cloud technologies, The 2025 State of Physical Security Report indi-cates that 42% of respondents who work in procurement, management, or use of physical security technology, plan to deploy some facet of AI in their security operations in the coming months. When applied thoughtfully, AI-enabled security solutions can be game-changing. Additionally, work management solutions are poised to revolutionize how physical security teams collaborate, communicate, and manage their tasks.

Similarly, end users will demand more from service providers including channel partners, consultants, and technology vendors. They expect these providers to have a deeper under-standing of cybersecurity, operations, data, and business automation. They’ll want more co-hesive guidance to address stakeholder needs and equip them with the right tools.

Building ICT Talent with Huawei ICT Academy

In conversation with Dr. Mohamed Madkour, VP of ICT Strategy at Huawei, as he shares insights on how Huawei is shaping ICT Talents across ME&CA region and important collaborations driving the initiative.

Dr. Mohamed Madkour VP of ICT Strategy, Huawei

10 years of HUAWEI ICT Academy, how did it all start and how would you rate the achievements of the academy so far?

Huawei is way ahead with the talent strategy. The way Huawei sees the talents, especially the ICT talentsthey are the lifeblood for any transformative story or journey of any organization or any country. We started taking this as a foundational strategy about 10 years ago here in the Middle East.

Being a global ICT products and solutions provider, the way we look at ICT talents is that they are one of the reasons that we as Huawei, have a sustainable business

also. So, from that, we established the ICT talents cultivation program with the Huawei ICT Academy. And when I talk about ICT talents, I am talking about the young students, the young talent within universities collaborating with us. It's about cultivating the talent and making them future ready from the word go.

We have extensive programs like the Huawei ICT Competition, Training the Trainers Curriculums. This is an entire program; an initiative designed to cultivate fresh talent and prepare them into future leaders with help at every step. It’s all about collaborations and the impact it can create. If we talk about just the Middle East and Central Asia, we have more than 260 academies. So, these are all results of the past decade where we gave it our all to, and for the ICT talents.

Not just the students or universities, we are actually serving the vision of countries that are looking to nurture their talent. For example, Saudi Vision 2030, We the UAE 2031, Uzbekistan 2030, all of those are highlighting and underlining these strategies. We are all aligned and focused towards that single goal. Also, one of the unique things about Huawei is that we are not doing this alone, we grabbed all of the ecosystem together and working in tandem with each of the stakeholders to make this a success. Naturally, it's been an extremely successful program or initiative.

Now in the next few years how do you see the growth happening on the collaboration part?

That's a great question. So, you can do it both ways. You can do horizontally enhancing your coverage, but you can also do it vertically in terms of how the evolution, optimization and the adaptation paces out in the AI era. Because that's fundamentally important. When you see the pace at which technology advances, you want to think how traditional talents can adapt to this era? And do we use the same traditional logic in cultivating

talents that was here 10 years ago? So that tells you everything you need to change from that point of view. To be honest, currently, we are focusing on, first of all the evolution of the program to be able to really serve intelligence. And when I say intelligence, not just naked AI. I'm talking about intelligence that's solving industrial problems that has intelligence under it. That's the key. If you see, it's actually a two-way bridge. We are looking for universities that also have the ambitions, who want to work with us.

We focus regionally, our focus is to really look for these kinds of collaborations and then assigning resources, budgeting the program effectively. And again, as I said, we are serving the countries, it’s a way of giving back to the country by enhancing their ecosystem, educating the future leaders of these countries and enriching them.

To conclude, there are endless possibilities on how this ecosystem can grow and how we can expand our collaborations within local and regional markets to nurture the talents.

Huawei has been at the forefront of 5G Technology since these conversations began and you are already talking about 5G Advanced and the new mobile AI era. Can you elaborate a bit more on this?

Well, first of all, thank you for saying that we are at the forefront of the 5G technology because that's evident

from all of the support that we have. But let me tell you, we are at the forefront because we have our customers and countries, especially in the GCC areas, that want to be at the forefront of the technology. So, we are at the forefront because they are at the forefront.

So it's like a give and take. They have the passion that encourages us to support them with the most advanced technology.

As a matter of fact, we announced 2 weeks ago that the ME&CA is the first 5G Advanced region. Collectively we collaborated and it’s not just collaboration with partners but even with our competitors. We were on stage with our competitors today. That should tell you a lot about the way we work. Specifically, when it comes to 5G Advanced and AI, we believe that these 2 are essentially important at this point of time fundamentally to move us into another stage. And when I'm talking about another stage, I'm not really wanting to focus only on the speed, the speed is one part of it. But we are looking at 5G Advanced as an enabler for the AI era because AI needs 5G Advanced to enhance the connectivity, as AI is going to be distributed everywhere and not just in 1 data center. And we believe that 5G Advanced also needs AI because 5G Advanced can be so complicated, you will need AI in automating the network, in making it more efficient as well as in reducing the power consumption.

We have extensive programs like the Huawei ICT Competition, Training the Trainers Curriculums. This is an entire program; an initiative designed to cultivate fresh talent and prepare them into future leaders with help at every step."

I am really excited about the opportunities, especially in the GCC area and I can tell you that they champion the fixed wireless access. And for fixed wireless access, they need more data. Some of our customers really want to deploy 5G Advanced because 5G is not enough for the amount of data generated currently. So that's one application that's really obvious in the Middle East.

On the other hand, talking about industrial applications when it comes to, for example, in factories, you have different cameras sending in the uplink data. You cannot use 5G in there. We have all heard about ambitious projects coming up in GCC area like the flying taxi, drones etc. they all need low latency. So, we see the applications, we see the need for 5G Advanced coupled with AI. I think there’s tons of opportunities. And the good thing is that we have already started it and we have the collaborations in place with many carriers that have already launched 5G at least. So that's a great news for all.

Cloudflare Shares Top 2025 Tech Predictions

the one hand, it powers advanced threat detection, anomaly detection, and automated response systems, enabling defenders to stay ahead of emerging threats. On the other, it is being weaponized by attackers to create more sophisticated and adaptive exploits. We are entering an era where AI systems will battle AI systems, with human security teams orchestrating strategies to maintain the upper hand.

Zero Trust exits its buzzword era to become a fundamental security necessity: Imagine a security system that treats every digital interaction as potentially suspicious, requiring continuous verification – much like a hyper-vigilant airport security checkpoint that doesn’t just check your ID at the entrance, but monitors your every move. Zero Trust operates on a simple yet powerful principle: trust nothing by default, verify everything constantly. This methodology has become even more essential as traditional network boundaries disintegrate in our cloud-native, distributed work environments.

Connectivity and the ever-expanding space-based Internet will face new challenges and growing pains with machine-to-machine traffic: Connectivity itself is undergoing a profound transformation. As space-based internet services gain traction and billions of IoT devices come online, networks must now handle not only humanto-human communication but also an ever-growing flood of machine-to-machine API traffic. Meeting this challenge calls for designing networks with security, reliability, and performance baked in from the start.

2025 brings new exciting trends and investments around technology that will shape organizations in coming years.

The AI revolution will hinge on edge computing: To unlock AI’s true potential, edge computing must bring the compute power closer to where it’s actually needed. Edge computing represents a paradigm shift, dramatically reducing latency and enabling a new generation of sophisticated, responsive applications. Imagine autonomous vehicles making split-second decisions, interactive gaming with zero perceptible delay, and real-time video processing that responds instantaneously. The future of AI is not just about raw computational power, but about smart, distributed computing that brings intelligence closer to where it’s most impactful.

AI is the double-edged sword of cybersecurity: On

AI will transform the user experience and how we interact with our favorite technologies: Imagine retail platforms that intuitively understand your preferences before you articulate them, or educational tools that dynamically adjust to your unique learning style in real time. These experiences are made possible by sophisticated AI algorithms that leverage comprehensive yet ethically-sourced data. Critical to this transformation is robust infrastructure that ensures seamless, consistent experiences across devices and locations. Emerging technologies like edge computing are key to this vision, bringing computational resources closer to users and enabling faster, more responsive interactions. The future of user experience is not just about technology—it’s about creating intelligent, intuitive connections that feel almost magical in their precision and personalization.

John Engates Field CTO, Cloudflare

AI Set to Become Even More Dominant in 2025

As we begin the new year, it is clear that AI will continue to drive market momentum and innovation. After three trading days into 2025, shares of major tech companies NVIDIA, Arm, and TSMC rose by 11%, 19%, and 11%, respectively. These early gains are a testament to the enduring and expanding role AI will play throughout 2025, “said Jean-Paul van Oudheusden, Market Analyst at eToro.”

US AI START-UPS RAISE $97 BILLION IN 2024

The surge in AI funding shows no sign of slowing down. In 2024, early-stage AI companies in the United States secured an impressive $97 billion in funding, accounting for nearly half of the $209 billion raised by all American start-ups combined, according to PitchBook. European start-ups also capitalized on the AI boom, raising $62 billion, with a quarter of that amount directed towards AI ventures. A significant portion of this funding came from private sources, with major players like Elon Musk’s xAI, OpenAI, and Anthropic leading the charge in the US. In Europe, Mistral AI is also emerging as a key competitor. These developments further highlight the US as a global hub for AI innovation and investment.

TOWARDS AN AI ASSISTANT FOR EVERYONE

The growing interest in AI is taking center stage at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Major tech companies are unveiling products such as laptops, TVs, and displays that showcase AI-powered assistants now within reach of everyday consumers. While challenges remain in perfecting these technologies, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s keynote speech at CES confirmed that the AI revolution is imminent. In the near future, users will be able to interact with screens that provide real-time data, while humanoid robots will take on increasingly complex physical tasks, though their development is expected to take more time.

NVIDIA, ARM, AND TSMC REMAIN UNASSAILABLE FOR NOW

Central to the success of AI technology is the need for immense computing power. This demand is being

met by companies like NVIDIA, Arm, and TSMC. NVIDIA’s advanced chips, referred to as “AI factories,” are manufactured by TSMC based on Arm’s designs. Together, these companies form a powerful trio that is driving the AI revolution. Their dominance has attracted not only end-users but also investors, with major tech giants like Google, Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft increasing their combined mar-ket capitalization by an astounding $8 trillion since the launch of ChatGPT in autumn 2022.

INVESTORS CANNOT IGNORE AI IN 2025

The AI race extends far beyond securing funding and developing hardware; it is also about attracting top talent, fostering innovation, and creating the most conducive environments for technological breakthroughs. According to PitchBook, Europe has already fallen behind in this race, with many start-ups in traditional sectors struggling to secure the necessary funding. As a result, investors in 2025 will need to prioritize AI to stay ahead of the curve and capitalize on its vast potential.

Nutanix: Tech Trends & Predictions 2025

Rajiv Ramaswami, President and CEO of Nutanix, says, "AI applications in the enterprise are going to become mainstream. Most companies at this point are in the early stages of adopting generative AI, and they’re starting to find some good business benefits.

For example, internally at Nutanix we’re targeting a 25% improvement in our developer productivity by employing generative AI to do things like code generation for unit testing and a bunch of other functions. So these things are going to start becoming real across multiple facets in the enterprise, as these newer AI applications come to bear."

Indu Keri, General Manager and Head of Engineering for Nutanix’s Hybrid Cloud: The first software 2.0 applications will emerge. Software development and engineering is already being democratized with tools like Copilot. However, the transformation of enterprise software is just beginning. Today, software workflows are the same whether they are executed the first time or the millionth time. New software will start to emerge in 2025 that will learn from usage, and without active coding, will improve user experience and productivity, and this tech will be the beginning of a 20-year era of software transformation.

Blockchain will return with a vengeance, as will crypto. The expectation that the new administration will be cryptofriendly has already sent Bitcoin price above $100,000. However, blockchain will make a comeback,

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based on regulatory fiat and the need to provide publicly-verifiable systems of record.

Power consumption from inferencing at the edge will become an issue. The projected energy demand in the US is expected to double in the next 4 years, to roughly 880 TW. This is likely understating the growth if appropriate optimizations are not made to power usage and consumption. And contrary to popular perception, inferencing will be the true behemoth of power consumption, not just training.

Debo Dutta,

VP of Engineering, AI, Nutanix:

We will get closer to AGI in 2025 via reasoning models like OpenAI o1 and its competition from Meta LLama and Alibaba. This will give AI models significantly more capabilities than today.

GenAI leadership is open, small

and global. We will see a lot of open permissible models that can do as well, if not better than closed models. We will also see open reasoning models too. In addition, models will also get compressed by learning from bigger/powerful models.

Inference scaling or scaling computation during inference time will dramatically increase the cost of AI inference. Enterprises will need to revisit their infrastructure and power investments due to this new technology trend.

Multi-agent AI or Systems of cooperating Agents will take center stage. This will involve a collection of AI agents working cooperatively and will need new people, processes and technology to enable this in the enterprise. I also anticipate Agents will negotiate with other Agents. AI Inference will become even more important with the growth of reasoning models and agents. Cloud robotics will become a reality and enter the enterprise. This will lead to shared services and data infrastructure spending, especially in the Manufacturing sector. The same design pattern will also be true for managing software multi agents in the enterprise. New technology and architecture will emerge to fuel the next gen models and multi-agent systems.

ARM will proliferate To overcome the memory wall, in-memory compute will get popular (similar to how Apple M4 style converged architectures with very high memory bandwidth).

Smart NICs will run entire storage controllers

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Experts from Nutanix share top tech predictions for IT decision makers for 2025

2025 Technology Predictions from Veeam Software

Senior global and regional executives from Veeam share their views on top technology trends for 2025 in the Data Resilience space

In 2025, we’ll be waiting for the NIS2 hammer to fall

Andre Troskie, EMEA Field CISO, Veeam: “It almost goes without saying that leaders will continue to wrestle with regulation in 2025, especially with the arrival of DORA for the finance sector. However, next year’s biggest regulation story will be the first major NIS2 penalty. National regulators will give organizations time to become compliant – many countries have even extended their deadline – but expect to see the first big statement fine for noncompliance towards the end of next year.

LOOK OUT FOR RANSOMWARE-AS-ADISTRACTION IN 2025

Edwin Weijdema, EMEA Field CTO, Veeam: “Ransomware has been a consistent blight on businesses in recent years, but it has been fairly consistent at least. I believe this will change next year, with ransomware evolving beyond its current model. Expect to see more attacks using encryption as a distraction, while more sophisticated attacks target data integrity or siphon sensitive information. Ransomware incidents demand attention and resources, but this creates an opportunity for hidden threats to infiltrate deeper systems.”

“Equally concerning, we could see more and more attackers skip the encryption phase altogether, simply stealing data through exfiltration and then sending a ransom demand. While this doesn’t disrupt operations in the same way, it is much harder to detect and protect against. Often after a successful theft, only then will attackers encrypt data, to serve as a distraction to buy them time to sell what they’ve stolen.”

“Finally, what keeps me up at night is not the worry of data encryption or theft but of attackers injecting malicious code into a healthy data set to render it worthless all of a sudden. As organizations become increasingly data-driven, this could be dire, not least because it would be incredibly hard to detect. Data resilience must include multi-layered detection to identify concurrent threats and prevent hidden breaches”.

THE RISE OF THE CLOUD DATA LAKEHOUSE

Michael Cade, Global Field CTO Cloud Strategy, Veeam: “As demand for storing and utilizing data grows, enterprise IT architecture will continue to evolve. Specifically, I expect the Cloud Data Lakehouse to become a popular choice next year – combining the scalability of a data lake with the more structured data management capabilities of a data warehouse. It addresses the demand for a unified data management approach while delivering the analytic capabilities that are gradually becoming non-negotiable for the modern enterprise.”

“As with most trends in the cloud space, cost and scalability are going to be key drivers. However, the pressure to be AI/ML-ready and compliant with evolving data regulations will be what moves the needle. By hook or by crook, enterprises will be working towards being more data-centric in 2025, so expect to hear the term Data Lakehouse more and more next year.”

RESILIENCE DRILLS WILL TAKE OFF IN 2025

Mena Migally, Regional VP – EMEA East, Veeam: “I think most organizations have moved on from just looking at their cybersecurity and now have broadened their scope to the wider concern of cyber resilience. Because of this, expect to see much more attention given to“Resilience Drills” next year. It’s not enough to just test your security. You must test how your organization responds and recovers “right of bang”.

“Much like fire drills, resilience drills will become a more regular practice next year, simulating ransomware and cyber threat scenarios to test and refine an organization’s data resilience measures. These exercises will involve both IT and executive teams to ensure rapid, coordinated response and seamless recovery. As threats grow more sophisticated, resilience drills will be essential for keeping data resilience strategies agile and effective.”

CIQTEK Signs Link-Gulf as Exclusive Distributor for MENA

CIQTEK, a Global Developer & Manufacturer of High-precision Scientific Instruments, is pleased to announce its partnership with LINK-GULF LLC as the exclusive distributor for the MENA Region.

Under this agreement, LINK-GULF will be the authorized representative and distributor of Electron Microscope series by CIQTEK. This collaboration aims to bring advanced imaging solutions and scientific instruments to the research and industrial communities in the region.

The Middle East Region is known for its rapidly growing scientific research and development activities across various fields, including materials science,

life sciences, and nanotechnology. With CIQTEK’s Electron Microscope series, including Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) and Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM), researchers, scientists, and industry professionals in the region will have access to advanced imaging capabilities that can revolutionize their work.

“We are excited to join forces with LINK-GULF LLC as our exclusive distributor in the Middle East Region,” said CIQTEK’s spokesperson. “Their extensive experience and expertise in this market make them an ideal partner, and we are confident that together, we will serve the scientific community in the region with the highest level of commitment and excellence.”

e&, Huawei Complete Trial of First 2.4Tbps Optical Solution

e& UAE, the telecom arm of e& has successfully completed the world’s first 2.4Tbps per wavelength lab trial, in collaboration with Huawei. This trial marks a significant step forward in advancing the UAE’s optical infrastructure readiness, setting the foundation for accelerating the nation’s AI strategy.

Sultan Rashid Abdalla Ali Aboud Al Naqbi, Vice President/Transport Infrastructure Development, e& UAE, said: “We are proud to be the first to test the 2.4Tbps optical solution globally. This trial demonstrates e& UAE’s dedication to exploring next-generation technologies. The 2.4Tbps solution is set to revolutionize AI adoption by providing the foundation for an advanced, future-ready optical infrastructure. This milestone also highlights continued progress in e& UAE’s journey to deliver greater value to businesses, communities, and the UAE’s digital economy.”

Victor Zhou, President of Huawei’s Optical Transmission Domain, said: “We are delighted to partner with e& UAE in attaining this revolutionary milestone of the 2.4Tbps trial. We remain committed to collaborating

closely to actualize a Fixed 5G-Advanced All-Optical Premium Transmission for enhanced intelligence, thereby underpinning e& UAE’s 10Giga and artificial intelligence strategy.”

This 2.4Tbps test marks a significant milestone in the ultra-high-speed optical industry, paving the way for intelligent 10Giga connectivity. Building on the success of last year’s 1.6Tbps trial, this 2.4Tbps solution connects data centres through high-speed, reliable, and sustainable links, enabling the rapid transmission of large volumes of data. This advancement empowers cloud-based services, AI systems, and AI-enabled applications to operate with greater efficiency, providing a robust digital infrastructure for the UAE.

e& UAE’s successful 2.4Tbps trial, in collaboration with Huawei, underscores its proactive stance in advancing AI and driving data adoption. By embracing early technology innovation, e& UAE continues to strengthen its network capabilities, laying the foundation for a smarter, AI-powered future and supporting the UAE’s long-term digital vision.

The Extremely Thin & Durable Foldable Flagship HUAWEI Mate X6 Arrives in UAE

With Enhanced Durability, Dual OLED Displays, and Advanced Cameras, the HUAWEI Mate X6 Raises the Bar for Foldable Smartphones

The latest generation Mate series foldable, HUAWEI Mate X6, has hit the shelves in the UAE via Huawei’s online store and select retailers at a price of AED 7199. It is available in three colours: Nebula Grey, Nebula Red, and Black.

The HUAWEI Mate X6 is designed with durability in mind. However, it's also incredibly sleek at just 9.85mm thick when folded and 4.6mm when unfolded, offering a large screen experience in a form factor small enough to slip into your pocket.

The phone’s exterior screen is protected by 2nd Gen Kunlun Glass, making it 25 times more drop-resistant. The interior dis-play is reinforced with a carbon fibre plate, boosting stiffness by 65%. Beneath that tough exterior lies an aerospace-grade aluminium frame, engineered for strength and durability, with a 37% increase in material resistance compared to previous models. The new advanced multi-dimensional hinge helps

reduce the phone’s thickness and is more durable than ever be-fore.

The HUAWEI Mate X6 introduces the Ultra Chroma Camera, which uses an astonishing 1.50 million spectral channels to im-prove colour accuracy by 120%. This allows the cameras to capture true-to-life colours, whether it’s the subtle hues of hu-man skin or the vibrant shades of a sunset. Even in complex lighting scenarios, the camera produces images that are incredi-bly faithful to what human eyes see. The 50MP primary camera employs a ten-size adjustable physical aperture, from F1.0 to F4.0, offering a great deal of control over depth of field and light intake.

You can run up to three apps simultaneously in the ex-panded view, seamlessly switching between them with a simple swipe.

Undoubtedly the most notable feature of the Mate X6 is its display. Both the 6.45-inch exterior and 7.93-inch internal screens are OLED panels, delivering exceptional colour accuracy and clarity. The HUAWEI

X-TrueTM Display technology en-sures high brightness and vibrant colours, whether you’re viewing content outdoors or inside. These displays also feature adaptive refresh rates, from 1Hz and 120Hz depending on the content. This provides silky-smooth visuals during gaming or scrolling through social media, while also optimising energy consumption during more static activities like reading or brows-ing the web.

The design of the HUAWEI Mate X6 draws inspiration from the celestial elegance of star orbits. The Nebula Gray edition fea-tures a Micro-Nano 3D Topography finish crafted from Vagen Fiber. This advanced material, a fusion of aerospace-grade S-grade glass fibre and high-performance bulletproof vest material, strikes an unprecedented balance between lightweight strength and exceptional durability. It is also available in two ultra-thin soft-touch leather options: Nebula Red and Black.

WD: New Consumer Storage Solutions Empower Creativity and Stylize Gameplay

A PRODUCT PORTFOLIO DEDICATED TO ELEVATING AND EMPOWERING CONTENT CREATORS

Developed for creators who are looking to elevate and deliver content that speaks to the world, the SanDisk Creator Series is designed for each step in the creative process, from idea to impact. The series features a tailored, professional-grade collection of products infused with vibrant colors that celebrate creativity and individuality, including the all-new SanDisk Creator Phone SSD with MagSafe compatibility. The SanDisk Creator Series is curated to keep up with the intensity of a demanding workflow and to ignite creative potential:

• SanDisk Creator Phone SSD: This all-new SSD, specifically designed for producing content on the move, attaches effortlessly to MagSafe-compatible smartphones

with capacities up to 2TB1, and speeds of up to 1000MB/s2 read and up to 950MB/s2 write. Creators can now record stunning 4K at 60fps videos in Apple ProRes directly to their Creator Phone SSD to start editing instantly.10 Rugged and reliable for wherever inspiration strikes, this drive features a durable silicone shell, up to three-meter drop protection and IP65 water and dust resistance3. To help further streamline the editing process, users enjoy one month of Adobe Creative Cloud4. Starting at $109.99 U.S. MSRP for 1TB1, the SanDisk Creator Phone SSD is expected to be available by this Spring at SanDisk.com and select retailers.

• SanDisk Creator microSD™ Card: Available in capacities up to 1TB1, creators can capture stunning 4K5 and 5.3K5 footage effortlessly with pro-level performance and offload files at turbocharged speeds with a SanDisk QuickFlow™ microSD

UHS-I Card USB-A Reader (sold separately).

• SanDisk Creator SD UHS-II Card: Available in capacities up to 1TB1, this high-performance memory card is designed for creators who require professional-grade image and video capture with exceptional reliability to shoot, edit, and publish their posts seamlessly.

• SanDisk Creator Phone Drive: Perfect for creators with multi-device workflows, this drive features both Lightning and USB Type-C™ connectors and offers up to 256GB1 of storage to efficiently manage high-resolution photos, numerous video files, or important documents in between devices. Use the SanDisk Memory Zone app on Android™ powered mobile devices to automatically back up all your favorite files.11

• SanDisk Creator USB-C™ Flash Drive: Equipped with a versatile USB Type-C™ connector, this drive is

designed for content creators who demand performance and durability wherever they are, with up to 1TB1 of storage capacity that provides ample storage for stress-free content creation.

• SanDisk Creator Pro Portable SSD: Available in capacities up to 4TB1, this drive equips creators with the speed, capacity and durability they need for ultra-demanding creative workflows. Featuring powerful NVMe™ performance, efficiently transferring, editing, and backing up uncompressed footage, multi-camera project files, and AI-generated assets is now seamlessly easier.

• SanDisk Creator Desk Drive: Designed to be the compact hub for creative content, this desktop SSD delivers read speeds up to 4x faster than a regular desktop hard drive6, quick enough to effortlessly transfer and back up large projects.

TIMELESS DRIVE, MODERN COMPATIBILITY

Custom built for intense file storage and transfers, the SanDisk

Extreme PRO® Dual Drive with both USB-A and USB-C™ delivers high performance so users can set their own work pace. The new solid state flash drive is SanDisk’s fastest dual drive yet, boasting rapid read speeds up to 1,000MB/s7 and write speeds up to 900MB/s7 – allowing users to transfer a 4K movie (3.97GB) in less than 10 seconds8 or 1,000 photos in less than 20 seconds8 and seamlessly transition between USB-C™ and USB-A devices, such as smartphones, laptops and tablets. Automatically back up your latest photos, videos, music, documents and contacts with the SanDisk Memory Zone app on Android-powered mobile devices.11

STYLIZED STORAGE SOLUTIONS FOR THE GAMING ENTHUSIAST

For dedicated gamers and die-hard fans of the Fortnite ecosystem, SanDisk presents a special collection of storage solutions featuring iconic Fortnite characters. These devices transform everyday tech gear by combining the

convenience and capacity players need with the fun of Fortnite.

• SanDisk Fortnite Portable SSD, Peely Edition: Gamers can go bananas in “Fortnite Battle Royale” and store the best game clips and progress from their battles on the go in their new favorite character drive with up to 2TB1 capacity and read speeds up to 800MB/s2. This includes an exclusive pickaxe for free, redeemable in-game with purchase.9 Featuring a custom-designed Peely skin and built tough enough to survive any Storm Surge, this drive is a must have for Fortnite fanatics.

• SanDisk Fortnite USB Flash Drive, Peely Edition: This Fortnitethemed drive offers an exclusive wrap with purchase to celebrate victories and provides up to 256GB1 of storage, allowing players to effortlessly save their favorite gameplay photos and videos.

To further celebrate the launch of their new innovative storage solutions, SanDisk will showcase their latest offerings at Pepcom CES Digital Experience! in Las Vegas on Jan. 6, 2025.

Samsung Vision ةينقت

Rajiv Ramaswami President and CEO, Nutanix

John Engates Field CTO, Cloudflare

Dr. Mohamed Madkour VP of ICT Strategy, Huawei

Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec

Firas Jadalla

Vice President, ASBIS Middle East

Hesham Tantawi

Firas Jadalla

Regional Director – Middle East, Turkey & Africa, Genetec

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Jerome Belan CEO EMEA, PNY

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