• Secure communications firm KATIM builds the UAE’s only applications platform that leverages national cryptography, and ensures data sovereignty and ultra-secure collaboration

Abu Dhabi-UAE – EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, today launched KATIM 2.0, a next generation secure application platform that features secure messaging, voice-calling, conferencing, file storing, and file sharing in a single secure communication and collaboration platform. 

Designed for governments, federal entities including the military, law enforcement, presidential affairs, and health departments, KATIM 2.0 is purpose built to serve ultra-secure and government-grade consumption. Developed from the principle of ‘zero trust’, KATIM 2.0 leverages the latest technology, integrates multiple ultra-secure communication and collaboration functionalities, and provides trusted security that is usable, efficient, and effective.

Waleid Al Mesmari, Senior Vice President – Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies, said: “We are delighted to launch yet another government-grade, custom cryptography-capable and data sovereign solution that delivers maximum security for sensitive data while in transit or at rest. Our aim is to equip the UAE’s ministries and federal entities with the most advanced sovereign secure communications solutions, and KATIM 2.0 provides an end-to-end collaboration tool that integrates multiple communication channels into one ultra-secure platform for seamless user experience.”

Attendees of IDEX can visit EDGE and its portfolio of companies at Hall 5, stand A05 – C10 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) until 24 February, 2023.

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About EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive.

With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 20 entities into four core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies, and Trading & Mission Support. 

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