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Zawya
23-06-2025
- Zawya
E& puts online safety first with new parental control service for families
Abu Dhabi – In an important step towards improving online safety for children across the UAE, e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of e&, has launched a new online safety solution called 'Parental Control.' This comprehensive service delivers a complete parental control solution, empowering parents to filter content, regulate internet access, and set usage limits to foster a secure and controlled online environment for their children. Khaled ElKhouly, Chief Consumer Officer, e& UAE, said: 'In today's digital age, children are more connected than ever, often without the guidance or safeguards needed to navigate the online world safely. They encounter a vast digital landscape filled with opportunities but also unseen risks. In an era where digital safety is paramount, our Parental Control service empowers parents with cutting-edge tools to create a secure and balanced online experience for their children.' A 2024 study by the UAE Cyber Security Council and Kaspersky Labs reveals that 97 per cent of children in the UAE regularly use various gadgets, with tablets being the most popular at 68 per cent, followed by smartphones at 57 per cent. The study also highlights children's most common online activities, with 64 per cent spending their time watching videos, pictures, and photos. Additionally, 52 per cent engage in playing video games, while 42 per cent use the internet for educational purposes, such as preparing for classes or studying. Furthermore, 48 per cent of children aged 11-14 have been contacted by a stranger online. These findings underline the widespread and diverse online habits of children, further emphasising the need for enhanced digital safety measures. With Parental Control's features, including device monitoring, parents can seamlessly block unwanted applications with a single click, creating a safer digital environment for their children. Content filtering adds another layer of protection by restricting access to inappropriate websites, ensuring a more secure and responsible browsing experience. The service also protects against emerging cybersecurity threats by blocking access to malicious websites and unsafe downloads—helping shield children from phishing attempts, scams, and other online risks. Additionally, the screen time feature empowers parents to set customised time limits on internet usage, encouraging healthier digital habits. Designed for ease and efficiency, these features give parents greater control over their children's online activity, helping them navigate the digital world with confidence and peace of mind. e& UAE offers several Parental Control packages for its postpaid, prepaid, and eLife customers, available through the e& UAE app and website at AED 30 per month, with a first-month free trial. The "Parental Control Mobile" option allows parents to monitor and manage devices wherever their children are—whether connected to mobile data or Wi-Fi—ensuring protection on the go. It provides coverage for up to 10 devices. The "Parental Control Home" option, on the other hand, provides unlimited protection for all devices connected to the household Wi-Fi network—delivering always-on security inside the home. Additionally, these services are available for free with the purchase of select Samsung devices or a Kids SIM Card, making it easier for parents to safeguard their children's online activities. The Parental Control service is designed for seamless compatibility across devices, ensuring a hassle-free experience for families. It fully supports both iOS and Android devices, allowing parents to manage their children's online activity regardless of their preferred platform. Additionally, no SIM card is required for a child's phone or tablet, as the service operates smoothly over both Wi-Fi and mobile networks, providing continuous protection and flexibility across different connectivity options. The Parental Control service can be purchased through the e& UAE website, providing a seamless and convenient setup for families: Contact: e& Media Office Shilpa Villait: svillait@ Nancy Sudheer: nsudheer@ Amer Obaid: amerobaid@ Noha Serageldin: nserageldin@ Grace Eid: Eid: geid@ mediaoffice@ About e& e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group's financial performance in 2023 showing a consolidated net revenue of AED 53.8 billion and a net profit of AED 10.3 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet. Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms. The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation. Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities. To learn more about e&, visit About e& UAE e& UAE is the flagship telecom arm of e& in the UAE, built on a 5-decades legacy of connectivity excellence. Our mission is to deliver world-class superior connectivity experiences that fuel the UAE's future-focused innovation. Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE aims to transform lives and industries, turning every connection into an opportunity for growth and every interaction into a transformative possibility. We are focused on expanding our core services and digital marketplaces by enriching consumer value propositions that cater to new lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming. As a trusted enterprise partner, e& UAE continues to power entire industries with 5G and AI, delivering a tailored ecosystem of solutions to meet their connectivity needs and more, empowering them to automate, innovate, transform, and scale. Strengthening our leadership position as an AI-powered telco, e& UAE delivers seamless connectivity, cutting-edge AI solutions, and sustainable innovation to uplift people and communities, and empower businesses and industries, so everyone thrives in a digital-first world. To learn more about e& UAE, please visit:
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.
Khaleej Times
29-05-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
UAE issues 'urgent' Google Chrome security alert, asks residents to update browser
The UAE's Cyber Security Council alerted Google Chrome users of a security update on Thursday. Google has released urgent security updates for Google Chrome to address a critical zero-day. The UAE Cyber Security Council has recommended applying the security updates and also circulating this information to subsidiaries and partners. The Cyber Security Council recommended that users update their Chrome browser to the latest version from Google. Google has released Chrome 137.0.7151.55/56 for Windows, Mac, and Linux, as well as Chrome 137.0.7151.51 for iOS. These vulnerabilities, if exploited, could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, corrupt memory, bypass security restrictions, or cause denial of service (DoS). The Council also said that it appreciates the ongoing cooperation towards providing a secure digital system. أصدرذ جÙ�جÙ� Ù�ؤخرÙ�اØ� Ø°ØدÙ�ثاذ Ø£Ù�Ù�Ù�Ø© طارئة Ù�Ù�ذصÙ�Ø Ù�رÙ�Ù� Ø� Ù�Ù�عاÙ�جة اÙ�ثذراذ اÙ�Ø£Ù�Ù�Ù�Ø©, Ù�ذا Ù�Ù�صÙ� Ù�جÙ�س اÙ�Ø£Ù�Ù� اÙ�سÙ�براÙ�Ù� بضرÙ�رة Ø°ØدÙ�Ø« Ù�ذصÙ�Ø Ù�رÙ�Ù� اÙ�خاص بأجÙ�زذÙ�Ù� Ø¥Ù�Ù� Ø£Øدث إصدار Ù�Ù� Ù�بÙ� جÙ�جÙ�. Ù�Ù�إطÙ�اع عÙ�Ù� Ø°Ù�اصÙ�Ù� اÙ�ثذراذ Ù�رجÙ� Ù�ذابعة اÙ�رابط اÙ�ذاÙ�Ù�: â�¦ — Cyber Security Council (@cscgovae) May 29, 2025 The Council had also alerted Google Chrome users of a security update earlier, after Google released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in the Chrome browser. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow attackers to execute malicious code on affected system, the authority had said. The update included five security fixes and users could access the Chrome Security Page for more information.
Zawya
16-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Emt collaboration with UAE Cyber Security Council and GISEC 2025 to present Cyber Escape Room Experience
Emt, a leading innovator in cybersecurity solutions and services, in association with the Cyber Security Council of the United Arab Emirates, are excited to announce their participation in the upcoming GISEC 2025 exhibition, where they will unveil the 2nd edition of the exclusive and immersive "Cyber Escape Experience." This will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre and it promises to be a key highlight for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals. As part of its commitment to promoting cutting-edge cybersecurity awareness and engagement, emt has partnered with the Cyber Security Council and GISEC to bring the Cyber Escape Experience to life. This thrilling and interactive experience will challenge participants to solve cybersecurity-related puzzles and scenarios in a race against time, testing their knowledge of the latest security practices and innovations. Key Highlights of the Cyber Escape Experience: - Engagement: Participants will tackle real-world cybersecurity scenarios, sharpening their skills and increasing awareness. - Innovation: emt will showcase its latest cybersecurity technologies and solutions through an exciting and fun hands-on experience. - Learning Opportunity: The Cyber Escape Room offers an educational yet entertaining way to explore the complexities of modern cybersecurity. In this context, H.E. Dr. Mohamed Hamad Al-Kuwaiti, Head of the UAE Cyber Security Council, expressed his strong support for the Cyber Escape Room at GISEC 2025, emphasizing its importance in promoting cybersecurity awareness and collaboration. Dr. Al-Kuwaiti said: 'The Cyber Escape Room aligns with our mission to promote cybersecurity awareness and collaboration. We believe that this can be achieved through partnerships with industry experts, and we are pleased to partner with emt Distribution and the Dubai World Trade Center for this initiative.' emt's CEO, Mo Mobasseri, shared his enthusiasm, stating: 'The Cyber Escape Experience is a powerful and engaging way to raise awareness about the critical importance of cybersecurity. By combining education with immersive entertainment, we aim to connect with both professionals and the wider public in a manner that is fun, informative, and truly impactful. We're honoured to collaborate with the UAE Cybersecurity Council and GISEC 2025 on this initiative, which represents a key part of our ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility in the country.'" The GISEC exhibition, which brings together global cybersecurity leaders, will serve as the perfect platform for this ground-breaking initiative. With the Cyber Escape Room being one of the most anticipated features of the event, emt is poised to captivate attendees and showcase its leadership in the cybersecurity space. About Cyber Security Council The Cyber Security Council embodies the forward-looking vision of wise leadership and the UAE's proactive approach to dealing with various challenges posed by accelerating digital technologies through specialized and effective entities that can provide digital protection to advanced infrastructure, ensure business continuity, and the regular provision of services in all economic, educational, health and social fields. The Council is mandated with drafting and proposing legislation, policies, and standards to enhance cyber security for all targeted sectors in the country, presenting them to the Council of Ministers for approval, and following up on their implementation in coordination with the concerned authorities, in addition to preparing, developing, and updating the UAE's national cyber security strategy and an integrated national response plan. About GISEC: The Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) is the largest and most influential cybersecurity event in the Middle East. Bringing together top experts, exhibitors, and thought leaders, GISEC serves as the premier platform for discovering the latest advancements in cybersecurity, sharing industry insights, and building partnerships to combat the ever-evolving cyber threats. About emt: emt is a globally recognized leader in cybersecurity solutions, specializing in innovative tools and services that help organizations safeguard their digital assets. With a commitment to providing cutting-edge security technologies, emt offers customized solutions that address the evolving challenges of modern cyber threats.
Al Etihad
29-03-2025
- General
- Al Etihad
CSC expects increasing risks of cyberattacks during Eid Al-Fitr
29 Mar 2025 11:54 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Cyber Security Council (CSC) on Saturday urged the public to take precautions, especially given the increasing risks of cyber attacks during Eid. The CSC emphasised the importance of intensifying their [public useres'] efforts to raise awareness and take necessary measures to protect themselves, their organisations, and their data. With the advent of Eid Al-Fitr, the Cyber Security Council emphasizes the importance of taking precautions, especially with the increasing risks of cyber attacks during Eid. Therefore, we hope everyone will intensify their efforts to raise awareness and take necessary measures… — Cyber Security Council (@cscgovae) March 29, 2025 Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
