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Cyber Security Council warns against downloading, using fake applications
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (534+ words) Abu Dhabi: As part of the weekly awareness campaign of the Cyber Pulse initiative launched by the Cyber Security Council (CSC), the council warned against fake applications and the risks of downloading them onto users" devices, noting that such applications…...
UAE warns public about growing threat of destructive ‘wiper’ cyberattacks
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (572+ words) Cybersecurity Council warns of rising wiper malware risks in UAE The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned of the rising risks linked to destructive cyber threats known as "wiper malware," urging individuals and organisations to strengthen their digital safety practices. In…...
CUSP Wealth launches Ramadan offer with relatively low 0.25% advisory fee
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (219+ words) The firm has reduced its portfolio advisory fees for one year as part of the Ramadan offer As the UAE's first AI-powered WealthTech platform with a Shariah certification from Amanie Advisors, CUSP Wealth offers personalised portfolios designed to align financial…...
Email threats during Eid: Why layered, AI-driven security is now essential
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (407+ words) Rapid evolution of threats highlight inability of traditional email security to keep pace In regions such as the Middle East, these risks are often amplified during major holiday periods such as Eid, when organisations operate with reduced staffing, decision-makers are…...
Stress-tested, standing strong: Inside UAE school system's digital resilience
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (1123+ words) How years of quiet investment in digital infrastructure paid off when UAE needed it most Dubai: Crises do not build resilience. They reveal it. When Iranian aggression prompted UAE authorities to require schools to shift to remote learning with minimal…...
Enterprises must define AI autonomy limits to control risk
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (348+ words) Cyber leaders say clear thresholds and governance are key to safe deployment We are seeing CEO mandates that focus on doing more with less, "minimizing unnecessary spend, reducing operational risk, and improving both performance and compliance" focus on resilience. We…...
How AI is reshaping the financial services sector in the Gulf
5+ day, 11+ hour ago (699+ words) What the new chapter for finance in the Gulf means for the future The Gulf is in the midst of a remarkable transformation. Long known for its oil and gas wealth, the region is now betting on technology to drive…...
Digital borders, sovereign rights: Why tech compliance is no longer optional
1+ week, 3+ day ago (126+ words) As states tighten data and AI laws, companies must adapt or risk penalties Countries can enhance regulatory capacity by aligning data protection and privacy laws with global standards, localising data within national data centres to ensure legal jurisdiction, and participating…...
Sharjah Police warn against circulating unverified content
1+ week, 4+ day ago (385+ words) Spreading rumours can mislead the public and carry legal consequences Sharjah: When tensions rise around the world, something else rises with them " the volume of our phones. A vibration. A forwarded message. A dramatic video clip. A voice note warning…...
Public warned over false, AI-generated content online about Middle East conflict
1+ week, 4+ day ago (331+ words) Netizens are urged to exercise caution on misinformation and fake narratives online Dubai: The Philippine Department of National Defense (DND) has issued a warning over the growing spread of AI-generated videos and online content that misrepresent the current situation in…...