An automated crypto trading bot transferred tokens worth about $450,000 to a social media user after misreading a post seeking a small sum for medical treatment, triggering debate over the risks of linking artificial intelligence systems directly to blockchain wallets. The bot, known as “Lobstar Wilde”, had been operating on X as an experimental, autonomous trader designed to interact with users, analyse sentiment and execute on-chain transactions. […]
North Korean state-backed hackers are exploiting global technology recruitment channels to plant malware, siphon intellectual property and generate covert revenue, according to multiple cyber security investigations tracking activity since 2022. The operations combine fake IT worker identities with booby-trapped job interviews, turning routine hiring processes into attack vectors aimed at software developers and technology firms. Security analysts say the campaigns form part of a broader strategy by […]
Britain’s much-trumpeted trade understanding with Washington is under mounting strain after a United States Supreme Court ruling curtailed key elements of President Donald Trump’s tariff authority, raising the prospect that the UK could emerge as one of the most exposed partners in a rapidly changing trade order. For months, ministers in London had pointed to preferential access secured under a revised bilateral framework with the White House, […]
Qatar’s $580 billion sovereign wealth vehicle is committing fresh capital to a private credit firm founded by former Goldman Sachs partners, marking another step in the Gulf state’s push into alternative assets. Qatar Investment Authority is investing a few hundred million dollars in 5C Investment Partners, according to people familiar with the matter. The funding is expected to support the firm’s expansion in direct lending, a segment […]
Several Saudi Arabian companies are moving ahead with plans to list shares in Riyadh, testing investor appetite at a time when volatile crude prices and regional tensions have weighed on the Tadawul All Share Index. Bankers and market participants say firms from oilfield services, manufacturing, telecommunications and contracting are preparing prospectuses or holding early talks with advisers, signalling a revival in primary market activity after a subdued […]
More than a thousand malicious plug-ins capable of siphoning cryptocurrency wallet data and sensitive credentials have been identified on OpenClaw’s ClawHub platform, raising fresh concerns over the security of decentralised software marketplaces and the speed at which harmful code can spread through developer ecosystems. Security researchers examining ClawHub said they had flagged 1,184 so-called “skills” that appeared designed to harvest SSH keys, private wallet information and other […]
Dubai authorities have revived and significantly expanded a Ramadan initiative aimed at encouraging children to attend mosque prayers, rolling it out to more than 300 mosques across the emirate as part of a broader push to deepen community engagement during the holy month. The programme, known as Ayal Al-Freej, invites children aged between six and 12 to collect special Ramadan “passports” that are stamped each time they […]
Blockchain ventures built around sport are moving beyond fan tokens towards real-time, onchain markets tied directly to match-day outcomes, marking a new phase for what has become known as SportFi. Developers and investors say the model aims to deepen fan engagement by allowing supporters to trade digital assets linked to specific games, player performances and season milestones, while settling transactions transparently on public blockchains. Proponents argue that […]
Sony Interactive Entertainment is closing Bluepoint Games, the Texas-based developer known for high-profile remakes and its work on God of War Ragnarök, resulting in the loss of around 70 jobs and marking another restructuring move within PlayStation Studios. The decision brings to an end a studio widely regarded for reviving classic titles for modern hardware. Bluepoint Games, founded in 2006 and based in Austin, built a reputation […]
ProShares’ first exchange-traded fund designed to hold tokenised cash instruments attracted roughly $17 billion in assets on its market debut, igniting speculation across digital asset markets about whether Circle had shifted part of the reserves backing its USDC stablecoin into the vehicle. The scale of the launch marked one of the largest first-day asset gatherings for a US-listed ETF and underscored the pace at which traditional asset […]
Cybersecurity analysts warn that operators linked to North Korea have expanded their assault on digital asset platforms, a year after a record-breaking breach at Dubai-based exchange Bybit exposed structural weaknesses across the sector. On 21 February 2025, attackers attributed by multiple governments and private security firms to Pyongyang stole about $1.46 billion in cryptoassets from Bybit, marking the largest confirmed theft in the history of the cryptocurrency […]
Dubai has moved into the next stage of its real estate tokenisation drive, expanding the initiative onto the XRP Ledger in a bid to widen investor access and streamline property transactions through blockchain technology. The second phase of the emirate’s Real Estate Tokenisation Project allows approved investors to trade fractionalised property interests recorded on the XRP Ledger, a public blockchain associated with Ripple. Officials say the move […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Aerospace Enterprise’s leasing arm is nearing an agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Macquarie AirFinance, signalling a significant shift in the global aircraft leasing market as investors seek to capitalise on tight jet supply and strong airline demand. Industry executives familiar with the discussions said Dubai-based DAE Capital is in advanced negotiations to take control of the leasing platform, which […]
Centralised control of artificial intelligence is facing a serious challenge as decentralised networks gather pace, promising to dilute the dominance of technology giants and open development to a broader community of users and developers. For much of the past decade, cutting-edge AI models have been built and deployed by a handful of well-funded companies with access to vast computing infrastructure and proprietary data. Firms such as OpenAI, […]
Greenlogue/AP More than 40 manufacturing facilities have been awarded the Green Factory Seal by Bahrain’s Ministry of Industry and Commerce, marking a push to embed environmental standards and energy efficiency deeper into the kingdom’s industrial base. Officials said the certification recognises factories that meet benchmarks on resource conservation, waste reduction, emissions control and compliance with national environmental regulations. The scheme forms part of a broader strategy to […]
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have intercepted what they describe as organised, terrorist-linked cyberattacks aimed at government systems and critical national infrastructure, preventing attempts to disrupt essential digital services and infiltrate strategic networks. The UAE Cybersecurity Council said coordinated operations targeted state entities and vital sectors through ransomware deployment, phishing campaigns and network intrusion efforts. Officials characterised the incidents as part of a broader attempt to […]
Hungary has threatened to block the European Union’s 20th package of sanctions against Russia, escalating tensions within the bloc as Budapest links its support to the resumption of Russian oil deliveries. The warning underscores deep divisions in Brussels over how far to push punitive measures against Moscow while safeguarding member states’ energy security. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government has indicated it could withhold approval for fresh restrictions […]
Greenland’s prime minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen publicly declined U. S. President Donald Trump’s offer to dispatch a hospital ship to the Arctic territory, saying the autonomous Danish island has an established public healthcare system that provides free treatment to its citizens. Nielsen’s response, posted on social media, underscored both the sufficiency of Greenland’s existing medical infrastructure and the expectation that international dialogue be carried out through formal diplomatic […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has opened discussions with a visiting United States delegation to expand cooperation in sustainable power, hydrogen and advanced energy technologies, underscoring Dubai’s ambition to position itself at the forefront of the global energy transition. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive of DEWA, held talks in Dubai with Robert Hertzberg, senior fellow at Mission Possible Partnership […]
XRP’s on-chain metrics have shown one of the sharpest capitulation events in its history, with realised losses reaching levels not seen since late 2022, according to multiple on-chain analytics platforms. The weekly tally of realised losses — the measure of holders selling at prices below their original acquisition cost — ballooned to approximately $1.93 billion, signalling heightened fear and broad selling across the market. That peak represents […]
Advantest Corporation, a leading supplier of semiconductor testing equipment, has disclosed that a ransomware attack has disrupted parts of its internal network, prompting containment measures and raising concerns across the global chip supply chain. The Tokyo-listed company said it detected unauthorised access to its systems on 15 February Japan Standard Time and swiftly moved to isolate affected servers. Several internal systems were taken offline as a precaution […]
Bitcoin fell about five per cent, sliding below the $65,000 mark as large holders accelerated transfers to exchanges and short-term investors continued to exit at a loss, underscoring fragile sentiment in the world’s largest cryptocurrency. The decline pushed Bitcoin to levels last seen several weeks ago, extending a pullback from record highs above $73,000 set earlier this year. Market data showed the digital asset trading in the […]
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai’s Museum of the Future has welcomed more than five million visitors since opening its doors on 22 February 2022, marking a milestone that underscores its growing role as a global platform for innovation, science and cultural dialogue. Situated along Sheikh Zayed Road, the torus-shaped landmark has become one of the city’s most recognisable institutions, blending immersive exhibitions with research-driven initiatives. Officials said […]
Michael Saylor has indicated that his company could expand its already vast Bitcoin holdings, renewing debate over corporate exposure to the world’s largest cryptocurrency and reinforcing his long-standing conviction that digital assets will define what he calls the “Orange Century”. Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, now rebranded as Strategy, shared remarks on social media that were widely interpreted by market participants as a signal of further purchases. […]
