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Home UAE UAE banks drop SMS OTPs and switch to biometric verification – what this means for your banking app access Customers who haven’t completed facial and iris recognition verification are finding their smart banking apps suspended. The Central Bank began phasing out SMS OTPs in July 2025 to reduce fraud risk By Amal Al-MinshawiPublished: 23 October 2026, 04:14 (UAE)3 min read As of July 25, 2025, the UAE Central Bank began to implement the gradual cancellation of One-Time Passwords (OTPs), which are sent via SMS or email, and to replace them with more advanced authentication mechanisms that rely on…

HomeBusinessDubai’s Prototypes for Humanity summit returns in November with 100 breakthrough innovationsHeld during Dubai Future Week, the event will showcase research-driven solutions from leading global universities tackling challenges in healthcare, climate, energy, AI and sustainabilityEmirates247Published: 23 October 2026, 16:27 (UAE)Updated: 23 October 2026, 16:46 (UAE)6 min readOrganised by Dubai Future Foundation, Dubai Future Week is expected to bring together more than 10,000 participants from around the world, including experts, innovators, investors, policymakers and entrepreneurs. (Supplied) Source: Emirates 24|7

For Türkiye’s outgoing Consul General in Dubai, Onur Saylan, saying goodbye to a city he has come to call his second home was always going to be an emotional affair. And what better way to mark the occasion than by bringing a little piece of his homeland to the table? Hailing from Akşehir in Konya, in the heart of Central Anatolia, Saylan chose to celebrate his farewell through the region’s rich culinary heritage, with an eight-course tasting menu curated by Michelin-starred chef Duran Özdemir. Held at Rixos The Palm Dubai, the evening formed part of the Turkish Consulate’s 7 Regions,…

DUBAI, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — DIFC Innovation Hub and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), today announced significant progress in the Geospatial Accelerator, the inaugural programme under the Space for Earth Labs platform, marked by the selection of several international scale-ups. The platform has been established by DIFC Innovation Hub in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) and Relm Insurance to connect space and Earth Observation (EO) technologies with artificial intelligence, commercial expertise and industry demand. It will strengthen the space sector’s contribution to the national economy and supports the objectives of the National Space…

ABU DHABI: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the First Class Order of Zayed II on six UAE ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions abroad. His Highness also awarded the Medal of Independence of First Order to the UAE’s Consul-General in Mumbai and its former Consul-General in Shanghai. The honours recognise their outstanding contributions to building strong and evolving strategic relations and fostering productive economic partnerships with brotherly and friendly countries, serving the UAE’s interests, advancing its national priorities, and supporting its comprehensive development and prosperity. Bestowed under the directives of His Highness the President…

Flydubai has extended flight cancellations to several destinations in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Dammam and Abha, until October 29, as a series of Houthi attacks on airports in the Kingdom continue to disrupt regional air travel.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The latest announcement extends the cancellations by five days, after the Dubai-based carrier previously said flights to the three Saudi cities would remain suspended until October 24.In an updated statement on Friday, a flydubai spokesperson said the airline expects continued disruption to its scheduled operations to Saudi Arabia.“Due to the ongoing situation, we…

The stage is set for another star-studded celebration of Indian cinema in Abu Dhabi, as the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards prepares to return to the UAE capital in January 2027.And this time, Bollywood fans have plenty to look forward to, with Salman Khan, Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Nora Fatehi confirmed to perform at the upcoming edition.The announcement was made at a press conference in Mumbai on October 22, where organisers unveiled the line-up of hosts and performers for the 27th edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards, scheduled to take place at Etihad…

ATHENS, 23rd October, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has reviewed a number of strategic UAE projects and investments in renewable energy and healthcare as part ofhis official visit to the Hellenic Republic, reflecting the continued development of the economic and investment partnership between the two countries. During a meeting, representatives of TERNA ENERGY and Hellenic Healthcare Group presented key projects and investments, achievements to date, future plans and opportunities for expansion and growth. H.H. was briefed on TERNA ENERGY, which Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) fully acquired…

Fans got a glimpse of the stars during the official open workout session at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday night ahead of Saturday’s UFC 333.With tickets already sold out for the high-profile event at Etihad Arena, the fighters enjoyed a light workout session in front of fans at Yas Mall.Alexander Volkanovski looked at ease showing his attacking skills to a roaring crowd.The Australian fighter was in great rhythm ahead of his title defence against the undefeated contender Movsar Evloev in Saturday’s main event.The talented Russian challenger, who arrived in Abu Dhabi with an unblemished 20-0 record, also looked…

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian has launched a new air bridge to support humanitarian relief efforts in Gaza. The first flight, carrying essential supplies and thermal winter blankets for UNICEF, has arrived in Al Arish, Egypt. The air bridge involves multiple flights operated by the Dubai Royal Air Wing using C-130 aircraft. Each flight carries approximately nine metric tonnes of humanitarian supplies. At least three additional flights are scheduled in the coming days to deliver blankets for children and…