- The former DIGITAL 14 brand name was converted to KATIM, focusing on ultra-secure communication solutions and enhancing sovereign post-quantum capabilities.
- EDGE hosts major launches for key stakeholders and VIPs.
EDGE Group (EDGE) has announced the renaming of its entity DIGITAL 14 to KATIM, a leader in developing innovative and ultra-secure communications solutions for defense, intelligence, government and private sector clients around the world.
To celebrate the official rebranding of DIGITAL 14 to KATIM, EDGE hosted a corporate event in Abu Dhabi outlining how the new brand aligns with the group’s overall strategy, expansion of capabilities in secure communications, KATIM’s mission and vision, and the remainder of 2022 and key goals and priorities going forward. The ceremony was held at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi and was attended by HE Faisal Al Bannai, Chairman of the Board of Directors of EDGE, Mr. Mansour AlMulla, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of EDGE, Mr. Waleid Al Mesmari, Senior Vice President of Electronics, EDGE’s War and Network Technology and KATIM’s Acting CEO Shaz Khan, Head of Transition & Transformation and Strategy & Operations at KATIM and other key stakeholders.
Speaking at the event, His Excellency Faisal Al Bannai said: “The launch of KATIM, following its restructuring, rebranding and successful integration into EDGE’s electronic warfare and cyber technology cluster, is a major development that will strengthen our position as a global leader. position. Provides advanced secure communications solutions. EDGE’s broad product portfolio is a perfect fit for our future growth plans in the global market, and KATIM will ensure that we remain agile and lead in the field. The needs of our customers are constantly evolving, and we New features are constantly being added to meet their operational needs. We look forward to continuing to work with KATIM.”
The reimagining of the KATIM brand stems from major shifts in the technology landscape that have created new challenges to effectively address the expanding threat landscape. EDGE solidifies its position as one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, committed to staying at the forefront of rapid technological advancement, rapidly delivering end-to-end solutions to customers, and redefining the cross-collaboration synergies between its entities to create Optimize revenue through interoperable technologies.
Waleid Al Mesmari said: “As the market for secure communications solutions accelerates, the launch of the new KATIM brand is a perfect fit for EDGE. KATIM’s sovereign cryptography solutions power some of the world’s most important conversations, providing The day-to-day operations of government and homeland security agencies provide unmatched security and ensure that national leaders can communicate without compromise. Through innovative technologies integrating software, hardware and quantum technologies, KATIM provides highly scalable, reliable, cutting-edge technology and secure solutions. By combining business activities, KATIM will leverage EDGE’s strong ecosystem, strategic partnerships and market access.”
KATIM provides trust in a world where cyber risk is a constant threat and meets the growing demand for advanced and globally competitive cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centered on four core business units Needs: Networking, ultra-secure mobile devices, apps, and satellite communications. KATIM’s cross-platform products and solutions take a “secure by design” approach from concept to completion, ensuring end-to-end encryption of voice, video and data over a reliable private network.
