Author: Editorial team
Ahead of the World Backup Day Kaspersky has revealed the most popular ways to store important data and gives practical advice on how to keep it safe. Research shows that globally, zoomers and millennials keep nearly everything electronically, while almost one in three respondents over 55 y. o. still prefer good old-fashioned paper. Touchy subject? Kaspersky research shows that UAE users store what they consider as sensitive data in an electronic format. Where do we store what matters? Research conducted by Kaspersky’s Market Research centre shows that most people prefer to keep important info stored digitally. The majority of UAE…
ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE air defences on 30th March 2026 intercepted 11 ballistic missiles and 27 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have engaged 425 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,941 UAVs. The attacks resulted in the martyrdom of 2 members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, in addition to the martyrdom of a Moroccan civilian contracted by the Armed Forces, as well as 8 fatalities of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Palestinian and Indian nationalities. A total of 178 people were also injured,…
The weather on Tuesday, March 31, is expected to be partly cloudy to cloudy at times with a chance of rainfall over scattered areas, as per a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate southeasterly to northeasterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times, with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/hr. The sea will be slight to moderate becoming rough at times in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Temperatures across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are expected to…
The UAE Cabinet’s recent approval of the National Healthy Nutrition Strategy 2031 marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s fight against rising obesity and diabetes rates. Among its 16 targeted initiatives, the ban on partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) and tighter restrictions on junk food marketing stand out as bold measures to reshape the food environment. Health experts and nutritionists emphasise that the elimination of PHOs, the primary source of artificial trans fats, will yield significant and immediate physiological benefits for the general population. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. “Partially hydrogenated oils are…
DUBAI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Credit Bureau announced key enhancements to its data ecosystem through new strategic partnerships with government entities. These integrations will further enrich the Bureau’s credit reports, providing a more holistic and verified view of corporate risk profiles. The move reinforces the Bureau’s commitment to driving informed decision making, fostering trust, and supporting economic stability. The latest update introduces new data points derived from partnerships with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), and Abu Dhabi Pension Fund (ADPF). These additions are designed to deliver deeper insights into…
SentinelOne, is bringing the power of autonomous AI security to on-premise and self-hosted environments. The new and expanded portfolio builds on SentinelOne’s existing advantage as the only next-generation cybersecurity company to deliver modern, cutting-edge endpoint protection with zero cloud dependency. Ana Pinczuk, President of Product and Technology at SentinelOne, believes that their new product offering means there no longer needs to be a trade off between the speed of AI security and total data sovereignty. By ensuring all data is processed strictly within the customer’s own environment, the offerings provide complete data privacy and sovereignty. Already deployed across millions of…
ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has issued a package of administrative decisions to implement Law No. (3) of 2015 (as amended by Law 2 of 2025) concerning the Regulation of the Real Estate Sector in Abu Dhabi. The decisions include: regulating the mechanism and controls for disbursement from real estate project escrow accounts prior to 20 percent project completion; regulating property ownership rights and the management of jointly owned properties and common facilities; approving the bylaws governing owners’ committees; defining compensation ratios, refund periods, and procedures for purchasers of cancelled units…
Dubai Police returned 171,490 lost items to their owners in 2025, while reminding motorists to report immediately any lost vehicle number plates during recent weather conditions. The General Department of Criminal Investigation, represented by the Lost and Found Department, handled a total of 868,110 found items over the past year. Meanwhile, 159,962 reports of lost belongings were received at police stations across Dubai and approved drop-off points, including shopping centres and Smart Police Stations (SPS). The authority also used other modern channels to make it easier for the public to report and hand in lost property. The efforts reaffirm the…
ABU DHABI, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has hosted a virtual AI Agentathon in collaboration with Presight and supported by Microsoft. The initiative brought together internal and external participants to develop AI-driven solutions addressing real business challenges across the bank. The Agentathon forms part of FAB’s broader strategy to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence and embed advanced technologies across its operations. The one-day event convened business stakeholders, technical experts and global technology partners to solve predefined business challenges and develop practical, scalable solutions. A joint evaluation panel, with representation from all participating organisations, was…
SHARJAH, 30th March, 2026 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has issued an Emiri Decree regarding the establishment of the Sharjah Space and Astronomy Complex. According to the decree, a specialised institution in space science and astronomy will be established in the Emirate of Sharjah under the name “Sharjah Space and Astronomy Complex.” The complex will be affiliated with and operate under the supervision of University of Sharjah. The decree stipulates that a decision shall be issued by the President of the University of Sharjah to regulate the…