Author: Editorial team
“What happens inside a black hole?” That’s the question eight-year-old Emirati Sultan AlWahshi asked after meeting UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi. Unable to find a definitive answer and fascinated by the mystery of black holes, Sultan decided to imagine one himself. That curiosity has now turned into Sultan’s Time Travel Adventure, a published children’s picture book that follows a young astronaut who is pulled through a black hole and transported to the year 3045, making Sultan the youngest author published by Abu Dhabi’s Sandstorm Comics. “I was curious about black holes in space,” Sultan told Khaleej Times. “Who knows what’s…
As India’s parliament passed a stringent anti-paper leak bill proposing a 10-year jail term for offenders, a Dubai student who exposed vulnerabilities in the country’s exam portals says legislation alone isn’t enough. He has called on the government to put in place stronger cybersecurity measures and conduct regular vulnerability testing to prevent future breaches. “Examination portals contain highly sensitive student information, so they must be protected with strong security controls,” said Rylen Anil, a Grade 12 student at JSS Private School. He made headlines in June when he identified serious security flaws in two of India’s most sensitive examination systems within…
A 55-year-old Dubai resident underwent a complex eight-hour heart bypass operation while his heart continued beating throughout the operation. The procedure was carried out after doctors discovered blockages in several arteries supplying blood to the organ. Indian expat Santokh Singh Ajit Singh suffered from chest pain that spread to both shoulders for nearly six days. Initially dismissing the symptoms as gas or routine discomfort, he continued going to work before the worsening pain prompted him to see a doctor and seek medical help. Tests at Aster Hospital, Al Qusais, revealed advanced coronary artery disease with severe blockages in multiple blood…
BRUSSELS, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The European Central Bank (ECB) has outlined the accessibility features of the digital euro app, which will allow users to access basic digital euro services. From the outset, accessibility and inclusion have been core design principles of the digital euro. The proposed app features reflect the ECB’s commitment to ensuring that every European can access digital payments on equal terms, regardless of their needs, abilities and levels of digital confidence. The proposed design includes best-in-class accessibility features that go beyond the requirements of the European Accessibility Act and related standard EN 301 549, and…
ABU DHABI, 30th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) continues to advance its specialised training ecosystem through integrated programmes as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s preparedness and enhance the capabilities of personnel to respond effectively to various risk scenarios. The centre delivered 81 training courses in collaboration with its strategic partners, including foundation, specialised and leadership programmes. A total of 2,544 participants attended the courses, representing employees from more than 35 government entities and companies across Abu Dhabi, as well as alternative service recruits and volunteers. This reflects…
Dr. Najwa Aaraj. The world’s largest powers now treat cryptography as critical national infrastructure. We cannot afford to be spectators. In June 2026, the United States issued two executive orders that accelerate the nation’s transition to post-quantum cryptography while expanding investment in quantum technologies. Together, they send a clear message: computation has become an instrument of national sovereignty. Just as nations protect their airspace, energy grids and telecommunications networks, they must now protect the cryptographic foundations that make the digital economy possible. For decades, national security was measured primarily in physical terms – territory, military capability and economic strength. Today, however, one of the greatest strategic…
ABU DHABI, 29th July, 2026 (WAM) — The Economic Integration Committee convened a meeting chaired by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, to review key national initiatives aimed at strengthening the country’s legislative framework for combating money laundering and the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) while reinforcing investor and business confidence in the national economy. The meeting was attended by the Directors General of the UAE’s economic development departments. The Committee assessed progress on recommendations issued at its previous meeting, including measures to strengthen oversight of retail outlets across markets and enhance monitoring and inspection mechanisms to…
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the occasion of Throne Day. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar messages to King Mohammed VI. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. On July 30, 2026, Morocco is celebrating the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The King delivered a…
ABU DHABI, 29th July, 2026 (WAM) — Response Plus Holding PJSC (ADX: RPM) today announced its financial results for the six-month period ending 30 June 2026, reporting strong net profit and revenue growth driven by service diversification and geographical expansion across the region and beyond. During the first half of 2026, RPM reported net profit of AED 39.8 million, a surge of 96% compared to AED 20.3 million in H1 2025, while the group’s revenue surged 57% to AED 390.4 million during the first half of 2026, compared to AED 248.1 million during the same period in 2025. RPM’s EBITDA…
Sachin Nayyar, CEO of Saviynt. New customer acquisitions grew more than 80% as organisations increasingly adopt new identity security solutions designed for the age of AI Dubai — Saviynt, a leading provider of identity security solutions, announced significant business momentum, surpassing $300 million in annual recurring revenue while growing bookings by more than 80% and maintaining a leading 96% customer retention rate. The company also announced the launch of Zuma, a complete AI identity security platform that provides organisations with an innovative, agile, and effective solution to adopt, deploy, and scale AI solutions. Saviynt’s financial achievements reflect the growing demand for modern identity…