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Large events are no longer protected by physical security alone. They also rely on websites, registration systems, networks, connected devices, internal communications, and vendor platforms. That makes cybersecurity part of event planning, not just an IT task. During the opening day of ISNR 2026 in Abu Dhabi, the UAE Cybersecurity
Career
Online safety regulation is moving beyond deleting harmful posts after people report them. A wider policy shift is asking platforms to look at how harm can spread in the first place, then reduce those risks through design, testing, reporting, and stronger user protections. Quick Answer Online safety rules are becoming
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Cybercrime rarely stays inside one country. A fake login page, a stolen password, a scam payment request, and the server behind them can all sit in different places. INTERPOL’s Operation Ramz shows how regional cooperation can help trace that activity and reduce harm. According to INTERPOL, Operation Ramz led
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A new UAE rental screening service gives private landlords a way to request a prospective tenant’s credit score, but the important detail is consent. The score is not shared automatically. The tenant must approve the request through UAE PASS before the landlord can see it. The Tenant Screening solution
Digital services in the UAE now do more than offer convenience. They support identity, payments, permits, health services, business systems, AI tools, and public platforms. That makes cloud infrastructure part of public trust, not just an IT choice. Quick Answer Sovereign cloud means cloud services designed around stronger control over
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Governments are starting to treat children’s social media use as a platform-safety issue, not only a family responsibility. The shift can be seen in three areas: minimum age rules, stronger age checks, and clearer duties for platforms that allow children to use their services. The goal is not
Career
Security updates are easy to put off, but outdated software can leave your phone, browser, and laptop open to known security flaws. Quick Answer Turn on automatic updates wherever they are available, then do a short manual check once a week. A simple routine is usually enough for most people.
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Food safety is not only about what can be seen, smelled, or checked on a label. Some risks need advanced testing, especially when viruses may be present in food without obvious signs. Dubai Municipality has launched the ViruGenetics Lab at Dubai Central Laboratory, a specialised facility for detecting foodborne viruses
Business
The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office has launched the “Leading Generative AI Applications” guide to help government entities, private sector organisations, individuals, developers, students and emerging talent use generative AI more effectively. The guide includes practical examples, responsible-use guidance and recommendations for choosing
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A professional-looking investment website is not enough to prove that a financial offer is real. Scammers can copy names, addresses, licence details, and regulatory references to make a fake platform look trustworthy. The Dubai Financial Services Authority issued an alert on 13 May 2026 after a legitimate DFSA Authorised
Dubai’s digital ecosystem is making business work feel less scattered, less repetitive, and more connected. For companies, speed is not only about fast internet or new apps. It is about how quickly a business can register, verify details, access services, submit documents, connect with government platforms, and keep daily
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Laptops are no longer only about faster processors, sharper screens, or longer battery life. Googlebook points to a different direction: a laptop experience where AI is built into the cursor, desktop, apps, files, and phone connection. Google introduced Googlebook on 12 May 2026 as a new laptop category designed around