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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > business-technology-review > ai-revolution-transforming-industries-and-cybersecurity-challenges

AI revolution: Transforming industries and cybersecurity challenges

17+ hour, 17+ min ago  (492+ words) Mon, Dec 29, 2025 | Rajab 9, 1447 | Fajr 05:41 | DXB 26.1C Dr Tom Leighton, Co-founder and CEO of Akamai Technologies, emphasised the urgent need for a new generation of cybersecurity solutions to enable the IT sector to fully harness the rapid advancements in technology. "AI is…...

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khaleejtimes.com > uae > fast-digital-loans-risks

UAE: Fast digital loans offer convenience, but experts warn of risks for some borrowers

21+ hour, 58+ min ago  (382+ words) Mon, Dec 29, 2025 | Rajab 9, 1447 | Fajr 05:41 | DXB 22.1C One expert pointed out that the danger escalates when short-term digital loans are used to cover routine expenses such as rent, utilities, or tuition fees rather than genuine emergencies Although fast digital loans are accessible…...

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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > uae > unverified-streaming-websites-chance-of-malware

UAE: Watching movies online? Clicking on unverified, 'free' websites can lead to malware

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (281+ words) Sun, Dec 28, 2025 | Rajab 8, 1447 | Fajr 05:40 | DXB 25.4C Piracy websites recorded 216 billion visits by the end of 2024 and more than 90% of music files were exchanged through illegal networks While streaming music or watching movies online, UAE residents must be aware of the dangers…...

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khaleejtimes.com > uae > fake-tickets-scam-get-money-back

UAE: Scammed with fake tickets? How to get your money back

5+ day, 6+ hour ago  (459+ words) Wed, Dec 24, 2025 | Rajab 4, 1447 | Fajr 05:38 | DXB 22.3C From fake websites that trick users into entering card details to micro frauds on social media, investment scams, and fake rental listings, UAE residents face multiple fraud risks When British expat Marie (name changed to…...

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khaleejtimes.com > uae > dubai-police-warning-fake-ticket-scams-concert-travel-events

Dubai Police warn residents of rising fake ticket scams during concerts, travel

5+ day, 12+ hour ago  (336+ words) Wed, Dec 24, 2025 | Rajab 4, 1447 | Fajr 05:38 | DXB 25.2C Scammers often intensify fake ticketing campaigns ahead of major concerts and sporting events, exploiting urgency and fear of missing out Dubai Police'have warned residents to buy tickets for concerts, entertainment events, sporting activities and travel…...

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khaleejtimes.com > uae > dubai-police-warning-fake-ticket-scams-concert-travel-events

Dubai Police warn residents of rising fake ticket scams during concerts, travel | Khaleej Times

5+ day, 12+ hour ago  (336+ words) Wed, Dec 24, 2025 | Rajab 4, 1447 | Fajr 05:38 | DXB 22.3C Scammers often intensify fake ticketing campaigns ahead of major concerts and sporting events, exploiting urgency and fear of missing out Dubai Police'have warned residents to buy tickets for concerts, entertainment events, sporting activities and travel…...

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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > uae > student-discount-platform-up-to-20-monthly-saving-smartpocket

UAE student builds discount platform; users save up to 20% monthly

UAE student builds discount platform; users save up to 20% monthly1+ week, 2+ day ago  (532+ words) Sat, Dec 20, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 29, 1447 | Fajr 05:36 | DXB 21.2C 'We found ourselves experiencing a little less each month,' the young founder said while explaining that the cost of items kept rising, but his allowance stayed the same Emirati student Naji Faqihi Al Awadhi…...

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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > uae > abu-dhabi-police-warning-qr-code-scam

Abu Dhabi Police warn of fake QR codes that can lead to hacking, financial fraud

Abu Dhabi Police warn of fake QR codes that can lead to hacking, financial fraud1+ week, 5+ day ago  (195+ words) Wed, Dec 17, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 26, 1447 | Fajr 05:35 | DXB 26.1C Authority stresses that payments should be made only through official, authorised applications or trusted government platforms A public warning has been issued by Abu Dhabi Police about the spread of fake QR code stickers…...

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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > uae > fake-wifi-networks-juice-jacking-cyber-threats-travellers-face

Fake WiFi networks, juice jacking; UAE experts warn of cyber threats travellers face

Fake WiFi networks, juice jacking; UAE experts warn of cyber threats travellers face1+ week, 5+ day ago  (507+ words) Wed, Dec 17, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 26, 1447 | Fajr 05:35 | DXB 24.1C 'Use a strong passcode, enable biometric lock, shorten auto-lock time, and restrict lock-screen previews for messages; use cellular data or own hotspot for banking and email' For many travellers, connecting to a free wifi…...

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Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com > uae > no-more-otps-banking-new-2026-payment-system-guide

No more OTPs for UAE banking: Step-by-step guide to new 2026 payment system

No more OTPs for UAE banking: Step-by-step guide to new 2026 payment system1+ week, 5+ day ago  (465+ words) Wed, Dec 17, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 26, 1447 | Fajr 05:35 | DXB 24.1C Khaleej Times recently completed a transaction to understand what the new app-based verification looks like in practice UAE banks are beginning to move away from traditional one-time passwords (OTPs) sent via SMS or email,…...