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Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Winners of Khalifa Fund's Venturist Summer Camp game development competition honoured
18 July 2025 17:30 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)The top winners of the eighth edition of the Venturist Summer Camp – an initiative of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development designed to cultivate entrepreneurial thinking and digital skills among youth – were honoured during a ceremony at the 42 Abu Dhabi its launch in 2022, the Venturist Summer Camp has attracted over 750 Emirati students through its diverse training programmes, Khalifa Al Kuwaiti, Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship Sector at Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, told camp held from July 7 to 11 at 42 Abu Dhabi witnessed the participation of 50 Emirati students, showcasing their creativity in game Kuwaiti said that game development is a strategic pillar in Abu Dhabi's creative economy, aligned with the emirate's long-term innovation goals.'Khalifa Fund recognises game development as a cornerstone of Abu Dhabi's growing creative and digital economy. By integrating it into youth-focused programmes like the Venturist Summer Camp, the Fund aims to equip the next generation with critical thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurial capabilities and support Abu Dhabi's ambition to cultivate a diversified, future-ready economy rooted in knowledge and creativity,' he camp featured two training pathways for students aged 13 to 15, and aged 16 to 18 with a focus on programming, AI integration, as well as hands-on development using large language models and LUA coding. On the final day of the camp, first place was jointly awarded to Sara Abuhalqia and Mahra Alsalami (Pearl of the Damned), and Mohammed Rayn Ahmed and Hamad Alshemeili (Pick Your Poison). Second place went to Hamad AlKatheeri (Echo Rift) and Khalid Alhammadi with Abdelaziz Yousif (Sands of Unity), while third place was won by Alyazia Alshamsi, Aljoori Amer Almansoori, Aldana Eisa Alkaabi, and Meera Abdullah (Kingdom Valley). 'Khalifa Fund is proactively identifying and building a pipeline of future-ready Emiratis by introducing youth as early as 13 years old to fundamentals of creative technology, game design, coding, and entrepreneurship,' Al Kuwaiti explained. 'Through a structured bootcamp such as Venturist, we are able to not only expose them to technical skills but real-world projects, mentorships, critical thinking, and teamwork capabilities, aligned with the needs of the gaming industry.'Moving beyond training, Khalifa Fund is also committed to helping young game developers transform their ideas into viable startups.'Participants are guided through ideation and prototyping during the camp, while the Fund's broader ecosystem offers mentorship, funding, and incubation support, creating clear pathways from passion projects to viable startups,' Al Kuwaiti noted that they are exploring the expansion of the programme to include dedicated tracks focused on high-growth gaming subsectors such as AR/VR, esports, and educational game to Al Kuwaiti, the camp's flexible structure enables it to adapt quickly to the demands of evolving global terms of broader alignment, Al Kuwaiti said that the Fund is closely coordinating with Abu Dhabi's digital economy and innovation agendas. 'By collaborating with strategic partners in the industry, we leverage shared strengths, combining funding, infrastructure, training, and mentorship to build a pipeline of homegrown talent. This contributes to Abu Dhabi's vision of becoming a regional innovation hub.'On how Khalifa Fund plans to measure long-term success, Al Kuwaiti emphasised a comprehensive and impact-driven approach to measuring the long-term success of its initiatives in the gaming sector. 'This includes both quantitative and qualitative indicators that reflect the depth and sustainability of the ecosystem being built,' he success metrics include developing talent that meets industry needs and strengthening partnerships to support knowledge transfer, global exposure, and commercialisation. 'Through these outcomes, Khalifa Fund aims to position Abu Dhabi not only as a hub for nurturing creative talent, but also as a leader in developing a homegrown gaming industry that contributes to the UAE's economic vision and global creative footprint.'
Al Etihad
30-05-2025
- Health
- Al Etihad
Cyber Security Council, DoH boost cyber resilience in healthcare
30 May 2025 14:25 ABU DHABI (WAM)The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), in a strategic partnership with the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC), has conducted a comprehensive cybersecurity drill aimed at strengthening cyber resilience across the healthcare drill simulated best practices and cybersecurity behaviours among professionals in this vital field. It also sought to reinforce the sector's secure digital infrastructure, further cementing DoH's leadership in harnessing digital health technologies to deliver world-class exercise involved simulated cyberattack scenarios to assess the readiness of healthcare facilities and enhance their ability to respond effectively to digital incidents. It also tested the robustness of established communication and incident response protocols under cyber threat initiative aligns with the Cyber Security Council's commitment to fostering close collaboration with public sector institutions, reflecting its strategic vision to safeguard the nation's digital infrastructure. The Council places a strong emphasis on empowering all critical sectors, including healthcare, education, energy, and public services, with advanced cyber capabilities to counter increasing digital threats technical and advisory support and specialised training programmes, the Council works to ensure service continuity and protect national data, thereby bolstering digital resilience and promoting cybersecurity excellence in line with global standards. Commenting on the collaboration, Dr. Mohammed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity for the UAE Government, praised DoH's sustained efforts to enhance its digital defence capabilities and its commitment to delivering innovative digital services that elevate healthcare quality. He affirmed the Cyber Security Council's readiness to support all government entities through tailored training and programmes, enabling them to keep pace with rapid technological and cybersecurity advancements while ensuring data Al Kuwaiti noted that these efforts are essential in safeguarding patient data privacy, enhancing the digital safety skills of healthcare professionals, and empowering them to respond swiftly to information security and treatment file-related emphasised that the Council is dedicated to establishing a strong, secure digital infrastructure across the UAE, embedding cybersecurity as a fundamental component of both institutional and individual culture—fully aligned with the UAE leadership's forward-thinking approach to navigating the challenges of rapid digital at Bab Al Bahr Hotel in Abu Dhabi, the drill brought together trainees from various DoH-affiliated entities. It focused on evaluating the healthcare sector's preparedness to face growing cyber threats and included an overview of global best practices and practical recommendations to ensure that healthcare institutions are equipped to handle diverse digital risks. The exercise aimed to help maintain the uninterrupted delivery of essential healthcare services, even during cyber drill also featured a detailed presentation of DoH's digital healthcare services, highlighting the importance of implementing advanced and precise protocols to securely store and protect patient data and sensitive information, ensuring the highest levels of confidentiality and privacy. It further included a realistic simulation of the department's Medical Command Operations Centre, demonstrating measures to secure vital health data and ensure the continuity of medical drill represents a critical step in enhancing cyber resilience in the healthcare sector, which remains a primary target for cyberattacks due to the sensitive nature of the data it holds, data often exploited for identity theft and digital fraud. In light of this, DoH and the Cyber Security Council have developed various risk scenarios designed to equip healthcare institutions with the foresight and tools needed to prepare for ever-evolving cyber the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi was the first health regulator in the UAE and the region to launch a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy tailored to the healthcare a first-of-its-kind initiative, the strategy serves as a holistic framework that outlines the core principles of Abu Dhabi's approach to safeguarding this critical sector. It aims to enhance the resilience of healthcare infrastructure against cyber risks through proactive threat anticipation and the implementation of efficient, structured response mechanisms.
Al Etihad
28-05-2025
- Al Etihad
UAE harnesses AI to combat cybercrimes and misinformation
29 May 2025 00:14 MAYS IBRAHIM (DUBAI)The UAE is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to detect and trace cyberattacks targeting the country, according to Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cybersecurity a dialogue session at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, Al Kuwaiti noted that AI tools can now analyse writing patterns and posting behaviour to identify the real sources behind malicious online activity, whether human or spectrum of cyber threats now includes insults, slander, defamation, blackmail, identity theft, and ransomware - all of which fall under the category of cybercrimes, he major concern is cyberterrorism, particularly the online dissemination of false ideologies and the spread of rumours meant to destabilise social Kuwaiti pointed out that while social media platforms have introduced some regulatory measures to curb terrorism and cybercrime, the challenge of swiftly removing or correcting misinformation remains speed at which false content spreads, combined with its persistent digital footprint, often makes it difficult to trace or undo the damage once it's widely circulated, he explained. Think Before You Click Al Kuwaiti also pointed to awareness as a central pillar in the UAE's cybersecurity said that encouraging individuals to pause before resharing unverified information - and to recognise that online behaviour reflects personal and cultural values - is one way to contain the ripple effects of false Kuwaiti stressed the importance of having misinformation "stop at you" instead of being perpetuated UAE continues to ramp up its cybersecurity capabilities. In April 2024, the UAE Cybersecurity Council launched the "National Cybersecurity Strategy 2024–2026", which outlines a multi-tiered approach focused on proactive threat detection, critical infrastructure protection, and real-time incident response. The strategy includes the deployment of a centralised national cybersecurity operations centre (NCSOC) and the integration of AI-driven surveillance tools to monitor digital risks across government and private networks.
Al Etihad
23-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Al Ain Youth Council organises Walm Career Fair to support Emiratisation
23 May 2025 17:00 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Al Ain Youth Council will host the Walm Career Fair on 20 May 2025 at the Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in the Al Ain Region as part of its ongoing efforts to empower youth and support under the theme "From Youth... For Youth", the fair will feature the participation of more than 20 government and private sector entities and serve as a dynamic platform connecting young jobseekers with decision-makers, offering immediate employment opportunities across a variety of fields, reflecting the council's commitment to transforming youth-driven ideas into impactful fair will run from 10am-4pm and will feature a diverse range of job opportunities, including on-site, hybrid, and remote roles, in line with the evolving demands of the modern job market. It aims to provide employment opportunities for 150 to 200 young Emiratis from various Al Kuwaiti, a member of the Al Ain Youth Council, emphasised that the fair is a direct response to the needs expressed by young people. Al Kuwaiti noted that the event exemplifies the ability of Emirati youth to take initiative and create meaningful impact, opening new doors for the future. The fair marks a significant milestone in the youth councils' mission to support Emiratisation efforts, empower young professionals, and foster partnerships between public and private sectors to shape a sustainable future led by the nation's youth. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE works 'day and night' to fight off 200,000 daily cyberattacks: Top official
The UAE faces an average of 200,000 cyberattacks each day, but the country's cybersecurity agencies work around the clock to defend against these threats. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, the UAE government's head of cyber security, said attacker are targeting smart cities, which simply refers to cities that use digital technologies in its services, and exploiting vulnerabilities to take down important infrastructures, which he said, 'impacts [the UAE]'s economy, stability, and national security." A cyberattack is a malicious attempt by a hacker to take control of computer systems without authorisation. In a national context, cyberattacks can harm different sectors such as healthcare, energy, electricity, aviation, etc. Al Kuwaiti said that the UAE 'conducts many of those trainings in order to do cyberattack drills to leverage and enhance security.' With the advent of AI, Al Kuwaiti said, cyberattacks are now becoming more complex and harder to detect. 'As we use AI for protection, others use AI for attack,' he said. 'Our policing entities work day and night to ensure all of those are responded to.' Cyber security awareness 'Phishing is still one of the major types of attacks, as a matter of fact, that starts from the weakest link, which is the human. And that social engineering will always be the number one type of deception that we see across many of these, Al Kuwaiti said. 'However, it costs us so much. And this is why we always leverage the cybersecurity culture and the awareness, and work together with everybody in order to spread that awareness.' He added, 'The human factor is the number one priority, where we need to enhance their capabilities, their abilities, as well as re-skilling and up-skilling in many of those aspects, be it the technical people or be it the younger generation.' In February of this year, the UAE cabinet officially approved the National Cybersecurity Strategy, a five-year plan that the country aims to create a safe and strong cyber infrastructure. The strategy is built around five main pillars which are designed to ensure the safe and rapid adoption of innovations while ensuring a secure, resilient, and robust digital environment.
