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Escalating regional tensions are redefining the Gulf’s risk environment, intensifying regulatory oversight and elevating exposure to financial crime for businesses across the region Published: Tue 14 Apr 2026, 11:48 AM By: Ibtissem Lassoued | Partner Content The Gulf region has entered a significantly altered risk environment following the escalation of hostilities on February 28, 2026. With US-Israeli military actions against Iran and subsequent retaliatory strikes across the Gulf, businesses, financial institutions, and operators with regional exposure are now facing heightened legal, regulatory, operational, and financial crime risks. What was once a contingency has now become an immediate concern, requiring organisations…

BEIJING, 14th April, 2026 (WAM) — His Excellency Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Special Envoy of UAE President to China and Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority, held a meeting on Monday in Beijing with His Excellency Wang Yi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, on the sidelines of the official visit of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to the People’s Republic of China. His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Her Excellency Lana Nusseibeh, Minister of State, participated…

Kaspersky posted positive sales results that grew by 4%* year-on-year (YoY) and approached USD 836** million in 2025. This expansion was principally driven by a 16% YoY sales growth of the company’s B2B product portfolio. In the Middle East the company reported 23% growth in the B2B sales, and 39% growth in the B2C sales. In 2025, Kaspersky’s business development progressed against the backdrop of persistent cyberthreat landscape evolution, with the average daily number of malicious files detected by the company reaching half a million. Kaspersky continued advancing its cybersecurity product portfolio in the past year, issuing more than 560…

Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has revealed his latest historical project, a book titled “Al Kawn wa Anasi Kathiran”.  The book will comprise around 100 volumes, narrating the history of the universe from before the descent of Prophet Adam (PBUH) and recounting the history of all the prophets. Sheikh Dr Sultan explained his motivation for the project, noting that, ‘Unfortunately, many people today are unaware of the stories of the prophets, their origins and their missions. God willing, this book will provide an explanation that does not depart from the Quran…

DUBAI, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), the governing body of Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), has launched a set of economic measures for its business community, aimed at supporting its partners and enhancing their opportunities for sustainable growth. The move reflects Dubai’s ongoing commitment to supporting key sectors across the emirate, enhancing their resilience and reinforcing their readiness and ability to respond effectively to evolving conditions. Issam Galadari, CEO of Dubai Healthcare City Authority, said: “The measures introduced by the Dubai Healthcare City Authority reflect our commitment to supporting our business partners and ensuring the sustainability…

As the new academic year began on April 6, thousands of students in Indian schools across the UAE logged in from home instead of stepping into classrooms in crisp new uniforms. What is usually a busy back-to-school season marked by shopping trips, fresh beginnings and campus activity unfolded quietly on screens. This year’s term start comes amid regional uncertainty linked to the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict, prompting several schools to continue with remote learning as a precautionary measure. For many families, that has meant a shift in priorities as the usual back-to-school checklist — especially uniforms — takes a backseat. Stay…

Kaspersky has recently identified a new variant of the SparkCat Trojan in the App Store and Google Play—a year after the crypto-stealing malware was first discovered and removed from both platforms. The Trojan hides inside legitimate-looking apps and scans users’ photo galleries for cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases. The new version of SparkCat is distributed through infected legitimate apps—a messenger designed for enterprise communication and a food delivery app. Kaspersky experts found two infected apps on the App Store and one on Google Play, from which the malicious code has since been removed. Kaspersky telemetry shows that the apps infected with…

From the first moments of uncertainty to the cautious calm following a ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war, residents across the UAE have been riding an emotional wave, one that experts say is far from over. In the early days of the crisis, many people slipped into what health specialists describe as “survival mode” — a state where the body and mind focus almost entirely on immediate safety. “During acute stress, the body prioritises survival,” Jamie Richards, Chief Wellbeing Officer at Valeo Health, told Khaleej Times. “Systems like heart rate and stress hormone production increase, while others such as digestion and…

Dubai parents are cautiously welcoming the new home-based learning model for young children, with many seeing it as a structured alternative during disruptions like the ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict. While the flexibility of small learning groups for under-6s and in-home educators is being welcomed, families are also voicing concerns about affordability and access. Some parents say the reassurance of trained teachers stepping into home settings could ease the burden on working households. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. However, questions remain on pricing, rollout clarity, and how nurseries will communicate options under the new…

ABU DHABI, 13th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Board of Management of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) convened recently to review key regulatory developments and discuss strategic priorities for the nuclear and radiation sector. Members of the Board were briefed on the operational status of the four units of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, including planned refuelling and maintenance schedules for each unit. FANR continues to conduct regular inspections at the plant to verify the operator’s compliance with regulatory requirements and to ensure the continued safe and secure operation of the facility. The Board also approved a number…