Dubai’s tech and creative sectors are booming, and local startups and agencies are keen on tools that save time and cut costs. On one hand, Make (formerly Integromat) is a no‑code automation platform that lets non-technical teams link apps and automate workflows visually. On the other hand, Replit is an AI‑powered cloud IDE for building and deploying software, aimed at developers. Both promise “do more with less,” […]
A significant portion of employee interactions with generative AI tools is inadvertently leaking sensitive corporate data, posing serious security and compliance risks for organisations worldwide. A comprehensive analysis by Harmonic Security, involving tens of thousands of prompts submitted to platforms such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity, revealed that 8.5% of these interactions contained sensitive information. Notably, 45.77% of the compromised data pertained to customer information, […]
The World Bank has launched its first open-source software tool, the Metadata Editor, marking a significant step in its commitment to data transparency and open science. This web-based application is designed to assist data curators in documenting various types of data, including statistical indicators, survey microdata, geographic datasets, documents, images, videos, and scripts, in compliance with international metadata standards. By releasing this tool under the MIT License, […]
By K Raveendran Brent crude oil futures continue to hover around the $65 per barrel mark, a level that reflects the push and pull of market forces clouded by a cocktail of geopolitical tensions, environmental disruptions, and strategic production decisions. As prices hold steady, the broader sentiment among traders and analysts leans toward caution, with […]Google has officially launched Stitch, a generative AI tool designed to streamline user interface design and frontend development. This new offering replaces the Galileo AI service, which will be discontinued on June 20, 2025. Stitch leverages Google’s Gemini 2.5 models to transform text prompts and images into functional UI designs and corresponding code. Announced at the Google I/O 2025 developer conference, Stitch allows users to input natural […]
A schism within the Organic Maps community has led to the creation of CoMaps, a forked project driven by governance and trust concerns. The decision to diverge from Organic Maps, an open-source navigation app, reflects deeper tensions about project management, decision-making transparency, and community engagement, issues that have become increasingly relevant in open-source ecosystems worldwide. Organic Maps has gained a loyal following for its offline map capabilities, […]
A fully operational computer system that runs entirely within a web browser is reshaping the way users interact with technology, removing the need for traditional hardware or software installations. This breakthrough in cloud computing and browser technology delivers a complete operating system environment accessible from virtually any device with internet connectivity, opening new possibilities for both individual users and organisations. The web-based operating system offers a comprehensive […]
Microsoft has launched a new terminal-based text editor designed to work seamlessly on both Windows and Linux platforms, aiming to simplify coding and text editing directly within the command line interface. This move reflects growing demand for efficient, lightweight tools that integrate naturally into developers’ existing workflows without the need for extensive retraining. The new editor, which arrived without significant fanfare, leverages familiar keyboard shortcuts that many […]
Demonstrating Financial Stability, Proposed Final Dividend of HK$0.81 cents per share, Exploring Overseas Market to Diversify Income Source HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 May 2025 – The board of directors of Oi Wah Pawnshop Credit Holdings Limited (HKEx stock code: 1319.HK, the “Group” or “Oi Wah”) announced its annual results and its financial position. For the year ended 28 February 2025 (“FY2025”), the […]
By Dr Arun Mitra The unprecedented humanitarian crisis going on in Gaza is extremely disturbing. No sane and sensitive person can ever condone this on any pretext. Only the beastly instinct can make one kill the innocent toddlers. With an official figure of over 55000 people killed out of which 70% are women and children, […]
By Nantoo Banerjee Pakistan is back in the business of pushing Jihadists into India. It is the same old story. Last week, barely 12 days after the announcement of a ceasefire on 10 May, Pakistani terrorists in Jammu & Kashmir’s Kishtwar district killed an Indian soldier in an encounter with the security forces. When were […]Arabian Post Staff For expatriates settling into the United Arab Emirates, understanding the country’s unique postal system is essential. Unlike many nations that utilize traditional postal codes, the UAE primarily relies on a Post Office Box system for mail distribution. This approach reflects the country’s infrastructural evolution and its emphasis on centralized mail collection points. In the UAE, individuals and businesses typically rent P.O. Boxes from Emirates […]
A critical vulnerability in GitLab’s AI-powered coding assistant, Duo, has exposed private source code repositories to theft through a sophisticated indirect prompt injection attack, cybersecurity researchers have revealed. The flaw, now patched, allowed attackers to embed hidden instructions within project content, leading the AI to leak sensitive data and manipulate its responses.GitLab Duo, introduced in June 2023 and built on Anthropic’s Claude models, is designed to assist […]
Scammers operating in the UAE have increasingly exploited WhatsApp’s business platform to impersonate trusted contacts, aiming to extract sensitive personal and financial information from unsuspecting users. This surge in fraudulent activity has prompted Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, to initiate a targeted public awareness campaign by directly messaging users in the UAE with detailed guidelines to distinguish legitimate business profiles from fake ones.
These deceptive practices often involve scammers creating profiles that mimic reputable companies or individuals, using official logos and business names to gain credibility. The impersonators then contact users, requesting confidential details such as passwords, banking information, or verification codes under various pretexts, including prize claims, urgent payments, or account verification. Such tactics prey on the trust that users place in familiar or official-seeming contacts, making it crucial to understand the warning signs of fraudulent profiles.
Meta’s communication emphasises several practical steps for users to verify the authenticity of business accounts on WhatsApp. Genuine business profiles typically feature a green checkmark badge, signifying that WhatsApp has verified the account’s authenticity. Additionally, the FAQ highlights that official business accounts often provide clear contact information, including physical addresses and email IDs, which can be cross-checked independently. Users are advised to be cautious of unsolicited messages from accounts lacking these markers, especially if they request personal or financial information.
The prevalence of such scams in the UAE reflects a broader global trend where digital fraudsters exploit popular communication platforms. The UAE’s rapidly expanding digital economy and high smartphone penetration have made it an attractive target for cybercriminals. Reports indicate that these scams have led to significant financial losses and identity theft cases, affecting both individuals and businesses. Authorities in the region have responded by increasing collaboration with technology firms and law enforcement agencies to identify, disrupt, and prosecute offenders.
Cybersecurity experts underscore the importance of user vigilance and education alongside technological safeguards. They advise that users should not share one-time passwords , verification codes, or bank details via messaging apps. Moreover, any unsolicited requests for payments or personal data should be treated with scepticism. Experts also recommend reporting suspicious profiles directly to WhatsApp and local cybercrime units to aid in swift action against scammers.
WhatsApp has implemented several backend security measures to combat such misuse, including automated detection of suspicious accounts and the ability for users to block and report fraudulent profiles easily. However, the dynamic nature of scams means that fraudsters continuously evolve their methods to bypass safeguards, making user awareness a critical line of defence.
The UAE government has been proactive in addressing cybercrime through legal and regulatory frameworks. The Federal Law No. 5 of 2012 on Combatting Cybercrimes stipulates stringent penalties for offences involving electronic fraud, impersonation, and data breaches. These laws are complemented by public education initiatives and partnerships with the private sector to enhance digital literacy and security awareness across the community.
Telecommunications providers in the UAE have also joined efforts to strengthen network security and raise awareness about phishing and social engineering attacks. Campaigns targeting both consumers and corporate clients aim to provide up-to-date information on the latest threats and prevention strategies. These initiatives are crucial as social messaging platforms like WhatsApp remain primary communication channels for many residents and businesses in the country.
Despite these efforts, challenges remain due to the anonymous and borderless nature of cybercrime. Fraudsters often operate from outside the UAE, complicating jurisdictional enforcement. International cooperation and intelligence-sharing between countries have become essential components of the global response to digital fraud schemes. UAE authorities participate actively in such cooperative frameworks, seeking to enhance their capacity to track and dismantle scam networks.
Users are increasingly urged to adopt best practices for online security, including enabling two-step verification on WhatsApp accounts, regularly updating app software, and avoiding clicking on suspicious links. Businesses are encouraged to educate their customers about official communication channels and verify any unusual requests through direct contact.
The surge in “vibe coding”—a term coined by AI researcher Andrej Karpathy to describe the practice of using AI to generate code based on natural language prompts—has introduced a new set of challenges for developers, particularly in debugging AI-generated applications. While this approach has democratized software development, allowing even non-programmers to create functional apps, it has also led to concerns about code quality, maintainability, and security. Vibe […]
By K Raveendran In his relentless pursuit of what he calls economic nationalism, President Donald Trump’s ‘trade jihad’ is targeting newer and more diverse sectors of the global economy. The latest front in this campaign is the high-tech industry, with a particular focus on smartphone manufacturing. This marks a significant escalation both in terms of […]
The curtains have risen on High End Munich 2025, Europe’s largest exhibition dedicated to premium audio technology. Hosted from May 15–18 at the MOC Event Center Messe München, this year’s show marks the end of an era—starting in 2026, the legendary event will relocate to Vienna. With over 1,000 brands and 500+ exhibitors from more than 40 countries, the expo spans an impressive 30,000 square meters of […]
By Nitya Chakraborty The political crisis in Bangladesh has reached its flashpoint in the last 48 hours with two opposing groups getting ready for a major confrontation on the issue of holding elections in the country. One side is led by the newly floated party of the students – National Citizens Party (NCP) backed by […]
Chemin is a key pillar in enabling TDCX to tap $1 trillion AI services opportunity Brings together more than 50 technologists from 18 countries to accelerate AI adoption SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2025 – Mr. Laurent Junique, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of TDCX, a leading global business process outsourcing (BPO) company for technology and blue-chip companies, was today named the Businessman of […]
By Sushil Kutty Nobody can beat the Prime Minister in breathing fire at adversaries. Especially, when his ire is directed at Pakistan. The Pakistanis, they can be irritating, damn! But Pakistani newspapers would have spent much of May 22 reworking their scripts after Prime Minister Modi went all out against the Pak Army and the […] 
