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87% of retailers faced cyber incidents over the past 12 months. Kaspersky’s survey among retail and wholesale experts unveil insights into risks and challenges the industry faces and suggested ways to address them. Retail is moving into an AI‑driven and personalised landscape, where every digital touchpoint creates both convenience and risk. A new global study* conducted by Kaspersky’s Internal Research Center surveyed IT security specialists working in the retail sector across 18 countries and revealed key target areas, the most relevant threats, and the potential damage to business. Cyber incidents and the goals behind the attacks The retail sector, encompassing…

In his book, Letters, Sheikh Mohammed wrote to his father: “I see in Hamdan your closeness to people, in Maktoum your calmness and determination, and in Ahmed a heart like yours, carrying the concerns of the nation” Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, addressed a message to the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, as part of his book “Letters,” which brings together 26 messages addressed to his children, family, team, the people of the UAE and the wider world, drawing on nearly six decades of public service…

Within hours of flydubai flight FZ1073 making an emergency diversion to Saudi Arabia, social media was awash with claims and theories about what had unfolded on board. Official details emerged gradually: there had been an altercation in the flight deck, crew members travelling on the aircraft had intervened, some crew were injured, and the flight landed safely in Tabuk.As theories spread, UAE authorities repeatedly urged the public not to jump to conclusions or circulate unverified information.The case has since escalated into a formal investigation led by a specialised Public Prosecution team in the UAE. So how did the incident unfold?…

Victoria Monét is preparing to release her new album Frequency of Love three years after Jaguar II, but she does not think artists should be expected to constantly put out new music.Ahead of the album’s release, Victoria opened up about the time between projects and why she was comfortable taking a break.“It should be normal to take time to create your next album. I know we live in a world where we want everything fast,” Victoria told the Associated Press.For Victoria, part of that time was about allowing herself to experience life before returning with another full-length project.She also said she does not mind people describing Frequency of Love as a comeback, explaining that it means listeners noticed…

Pakistan star batter Babar Azam will play for the Desert Vipers in the fifth edition of the UAE’s ILT20. Babar was bought for his base price of $80,000 (Dh293,800) by defending champions Desert Vipers in the Player Auction at ICC Academy in Dubai on Thursday. This will be Babar’s first appearance in the UAE’s IPL-style T20 league.Meanwhile, England star Liam Livingston was bought by Gulf Giants for $350,000. Gulf Giants also bought Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz for $310,000. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.Former South African captain Faf du Plessis was bought by Dubai…

From cutting commute stress and investing travel time productively, to reducing traffic congestion and supporting domestic tourism, officials and passengers outline why the train changes daily life between the two emirates Abu Dhabi: Officials and passengers identified eight key benefits provided by Etihad Rail, with the opening of the Al Yalayis station in the emirate of Dubai, linking it to the emirates of Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. The project represents a qualitative leap in the country’s transportation system, by providing a fast, safe and comfortable means of transportation, and enhancing ease of movement between the emirates.  Etihad Rail revealed that…

MANAMA, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates participated in the 126th meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee, held today in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The UAE delegation was led by Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, and included Ahmed Abdullah bin Lahej Al Falasi, Acting Director General of Customs and Ports Security at the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP); Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Mulla, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA); and Ali Abdullah Sharafi, Assistant Undersecretary for International Financial Relations…

Relative humidity drops to 75% in Dubai today after days of near-saturation, while rough Arabian Gulf seas settle to calmer conditions by afternoon Dubai: Avoid the beach this morning, as waves are reaching six feet high off the coast of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). However, you will be able to enjoy calmer seas by late afternoon. Today, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects partly cloudy to cloudy skies, and forecasts the possibility of light rainfall in eastern and southern regions of the country. Blowing dust alert Light to moderate winds, freshening…

NAGOYA, 1st October, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team won three gold medals and two silvers on the opening day of jiu-jitsu competition at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, marking the country’s most successful day in Asian Games history in terms of medals won. Khaled Al Shehhi won gold in the men’s 62kg category, Balqees Abdulla claimed the women’s 48kg title, and Ahmed Andeez took gold in the men’s 69kg category. Al Anoud Al Harbi secured silver in the women’s 48kg, while Omar Al Suwaidi earned silver in the men’s 62kg. The five medals, all won in…

BHM Capital led new account openings with 20,752 accounts, while EFG Hermes UAE dominated trading value at Dh77.22 billion. Here’s the full nine-month DFM brokerage breakdownDubai: Brokerage firms in the Dubai Financial Market added approximately 64,416 new investor accounts during the first nine months of this year, driven by the diversity of investment options, investor confidence in the growing strength of the emirate’s economy, the attractiveness of local stocks, and the positive financial performance achieved by listed companies, which was reflected in their strong business results, contributing to attracting new segments of investors.According to a survey, based on data from…