Khalifa Al Shehhi
Contributor to the Merqab risk intelligence blog.
Writing on Compliance.
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Everything You Need to Know About the UAE Information Assurance (IA) Standard Version 2 (2025).
Discover how the UAE Information Assurance (IA) Standard V2 (2025) strengthens national cybersecurity. Learn about its updated controls, compliance framework, and alignment with ISO, NIST, and CIS standards to safeguard critical infrastructure and digital assets across the UAE.
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How AI Makes Third-Party Risk Management More Trustworthy?
Discover how AI transforms Third-Party Risk Management from compliance-driven tasks to proactive trust-building. Learn how the Merqab helps organizations monitor vendors 24/7, predict risks, and build resilient, secure ecosystems.
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Understanding Abu Dhabi’s Healthcare Cybersecurity Strategy and ADHICS Controls.
The digitalization of Abu Dhabi's healthcare is transforming care, but it also introduces significant cybersecurity risks as more data and devices connect. Safeguarding sensitive health data is now essential.
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Understanding Saudi Arabia’s Critical Systems Cybersecurity Controls (CSCC–1:2019)
Explore Saudi Arabia’s Critical Systems Cybersecurity Controls (CSCC–1:2019), a national mandate by the NCA designed to safeguard critical infrastructure through advanced, risk-based cybersecurity requirements aligned with Vision 2030.
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Understanding The Saudi Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (SCyWF)
Discover how the Saudi Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (SCyWF) is shaping the Kingdom’s cybersecurity landscape by defining clear roles, skill requirements, and structured pathways to build a resilient, future-ready cybersecurity workforce aligned with Vision 2030.
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Understanding Saudi Arabia NCA’s Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC)
Learn about Saudi Arabia’s NCA Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC), a structured framework helping organizations strengthen cybersecurity, ensure compliance, and manage cyber risks effectively.
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What is SAMA Cyber Security Framework and How Does it Impact Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) in Saudi Arabia?
Discover how the SAMA Cybersecurity Framework influences Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) in Saudi Arabia, with insights into mandatory controls, vendor compliance, and maturity level requirements for financial institutions.
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