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Cloudera Champions Secure and Scalable AI Innovation for Modern Enterprises

Mariam Khawer 21/10/2025

Addressing Security Challenges in Data and AI Cloudera continues to reaffirm its commitment to helping enterprises manage and secure data across the AI lifecycle. As artificial intelligence becomes an integral part of modern business operations, the company is doubling down on governance,

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Milestone Systems on Cybersecurity, AI, and Smart Infrastructure: Securing the Future of Connected Cities

Mariam Khawer 21/10/2025

As cities across the Middle East continue to invest in smarter, safer, and more connected infrastructure, cybersecurity has become as critical as innovation itself. In this exclusive interview with Middle East News 247, a senior representative from Milestone Systems shares how the company is reinforcing its video management solutions (VMS) against emerging cyber threats,

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UAE Cybersecurity Council launches ‘Nebras’ contest to inspire digital safety among youth

News Desk 06/10/2025

As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the UAE Cybersecurity Council has announced the launch of a new national competition titled “Nebras”, designed to nurture a culture of digital awareness among children and youth. The initiative invites young participants to create visual content that promotes online safety and cybersecurity, with total prizes worth Dh30,000 up for

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Cybercrime raids across Africa led by Interpol expose $97m fraud network

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2025

1,209 arrested in crackdown Authorities across 18 African countries and the United Kingdom have arrested over 1,200 suspects linked to cybercrime in a coordinated operation led by Interpol. Dubbed Operation Serengeti 2.0, the crackdown ran from June to August 2025, targeting high-impact online crime, including investment fraud, ransomware attacks and business email

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Elite cybercrime rings are recruiting experts as ransomware attacks surge in 2025

Arnold Pinto 20/08/2025

Ransomware cases up 49% in H1 2025 Ransomware attacks have surged globally in the first half of 2025, exposing the growing scale and sophistication of organised cybercrime. Experts warn that far from amateur operations, many ransomware groups now operate like corporations, recruiting skilled professionals and deploying advanced tactics to infiltrate critical systems. Data

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New maritime cybersecurity rules spark urgency as US enforcement begins

Arnold Pinto 10/08/2025

Impacting shipping operators Maritime operators sailing to the United States are facing mounting pressure to comply with new US federal cybersecurity regulations that came into force last month. The rules, enforced by the US Coast Guard since July 16, 2025, require US-flagged vessels and port facilities to report cyber incidents and strengthen onboard cybersecurity

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Dark web trade in stolen travel documents is surging to new heights

News Desk 07/08/2025

As global tourism recovers Cybercriminals are profiting from a booming black market for stolen travel documents, with a new investigation revealing that personal information from millions of travellers across the globe is being sold on the dark web for as little as $10. Joint research by cybersecurity firms NordVPN and Saily has uncovered a growing […]

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Massive cyberattack forces mass flight cancellations at Aeroflot

Arnold Pinto 28/07/2025

Pro-Ukrainian hackers claim responsibility Russia’s flagship airline, Aeroflot, cancelled over 50 flights on June 28, 2025, following what authorities have confirmed was a cyberattack, allegedly carried out by a pro-Ukrainian hacking group. The disruption hit Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. The Kremlin has described the

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You may be affected as Qantas confirms unprecedented data breach

Arnold Pinto 03/07/2025

Impacting 6 million customer records Qantas Airways has confirmed that a cyberattack on one of its third-party contact centres has compromised customer data, affecting up to six million service records. The Australian airline has not specified which vendor operates the compromised platform or whether that provider also services other airlines in the Asia-Pacific or Middle

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Interpol flags global expansion of human trafficking-fuelled scam networks

Arnold Pinto 03/07/2025

West Africa is a growing hub Online scam operations linked to human trafficking are spreading rapidly across continents, with new hotspots emerging in the Middle East and Africa, according to a new crime trend update released by Interpol. The international policing body said that as of March 2025, trafficking victims from 66 countries have been […]

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Rail cybersecurity faces new threats in the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 01/07/2025

Says industry expert With the Middle East Rail 2025 trade show held in Dubai from June 24 to 25, gathering industry leaders from across the region, the urgency of cybersecurity in transport infrastructure, particularly in the rail sector, is becoming increasingly apparent. Serhii Salii, Head of Sales at Germany-based CyberShield, shared his insights on the […]

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Interpol warns cybercrime is now among the top criminal threats in Africa

Arnold Pinto 25/06/2025

Law enforcement capacity lags Cybercrime has emerged as one of the most prevalent forms of criminal activity in parts of Africa, accounting for over 30 per cent of all reported crimes in Western and Eastern regions, according to Interpol’s latest Africa Cyberthreat Assessment. The 2025 report, based on surveys and operational data from Interpol member […]

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Interpol infostealer crackdown takes down 20,000+ malicious IPs and domains

Arnold Pinto 22/06/2025

Asia-Pacific operation targets data theft An international law enforcement operation has dismantled cybercriminal infrastructure linked to information stealers across the Asia-Pacific region. Coordinated by Interpol from January to April 2025, the initiative resulted in the takedown of over 20,000 malicious IP addresses and domains. Law enforcement authorities from 26

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Record-breaking 16 billion login credentials leaked in massive global data breach

Arnold Pinto 21/06/2025

You may be compromised too A newly uncovered data breach has exposed more than 16 billion login credentials, making it one of the largest breaches in history. The records, believed to stem from a series of infostealer malware infections, include sensitive login data for platforms such as Facebook, Google, Apple, Telegram, and GitHub, among others. […]

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Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy partners with ID Quantique to enhance maritime cybersecurity

Arnold Pinto 02/06/2025

Syncs with UAE’s national objectives Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), a leading maritime training institution within the AD Ports Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ID Quantique (IDQ), a global leader in quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions. The partnership aims to explore the deployment of quantum-safe technologies to secure maritime

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US defence leaders sound alarm over cyber threats from global adversaries

Arnold Pinto 18/05/2025

Main threat seen from China Senior US defence officials delivered a stark warning to US lawmakers on May 16, 2025, spotlighting the growing dangers posed by state-sponsored cyber actors and criminal organisations that exploit cyberspace to undermine US national security. The remarks came during a high-stakes hearing before the House Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee

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How infostealers are fuelling a rise in million-dollar data breaches

Arnold Pinto 17/05/2025

Cyberattacks for $100 Cybercrime has evolved into a global industry where devastating corporate breaches can be triggered by malware that costs criminals less than a night out. According to cybersecurity expert Vakaris Noreika from NordStellar, the tools behind these attacks — infostealers — can be purchased on the dark web for as little as $100. […]

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World Password Day: Study reveals alarming trends in password creation

Arnold Pinto 01/05/2025

Over 90% of users still opt for weak choices. Cybersecurity researchers have revealed troubling findings about how people create their passwords. In a study of over 19 billion passwords, the researchers discovered that 94% are weak, reused, or simple, making them highly vulnerable to hacking attempts. The findings coincide with World Password Day, which is […]

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Microsoft vulnerabilities reached an all-time high in 2024

News Desk 17/04/2025

Reveals BeyondTrust report BeyondTrust has reported a record-breaking 1,360 vulnerabilities disclosed across Microsoft’s ecosystem in 2024. This marks an 11% increase over the previous high of 1,292 vulnerabilities reported in 2022 and underscores the persistent and evolving challenges organisations face in defending against cyber threats. BeyondTrust’s newly published

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Do you know the 25 top cybersecurity trends?

News Desk 12/04/2025

Including emerging threats As cybercrime continues to evolve, cybersecurity experts face new challenges each year. Two newly released reports, the World Economic Forum’s ‘Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025’ and Thales’ ‘Cybertrends 2025,’ provide critical insights into the key factors influencing the cybersecurity landscape. The two reports highlight the significant threats