[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Authorities in Abu Dhabi have confirmed minor damage near Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad) following the successful interception of a missile by the country’s air defence systems. The authorities confirmed no injuries after the interception. Officials urged the public to rely only on official sources for information and to avoid sharing rumours or unverified reports. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In the early hours of Thursday, UAE air defences responded to missile and drone threats, according to a…
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NEW YORK — Suspected North Korean hackers have bugged a behind-the-scenes softwareused by thousands of US companies in a major supply-chain attack that could take months to recover from, security experts said on Tuesday.The hackers targeted Axios, a program that connects apps and web services, by adding their own malicious software to an update issued Monday, Google and independent cyber researchers said after the hack came to light early on Tuesday.“Every time you load a website, check your bank balance, or open an app on your phone, there’s a good chance Axios is running somewhere in the background making that…
LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the Iran war is “not our war” and stressed that the United Kingdom will not be drawn into the conflict. Speaking at a press conference in Downing Street on Wednesday, Starmer said his government is “working at pace” to support de-escalation efforts, while acknowledging the conflict will have long-term implications for the UK. He said a meeting to be hosted this week by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will focus on advancing maritime security in the Gulf. Following the meeting, UK military planners will assess how to “marshal our capabilities” to ensure the…
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif reiterated on Wednesday Saudi Arabia’s unequivocal condemnation of Iranian attacks on countries in the region, emphasizing that such actions are unjustifiable under any pretext or circumstances. In his address at the opening of the 43rd session of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, delivered via video conference, Prince Abdulaziz noted that the meeting convenes amid prevailing regional situation marked by Iranian attacks on several Arab countries in the region. The Minister of Interior underscored that the Kingdom firmly denounces these assaults, which have heightened risks to civilians and…
(L-R) Ahmed AlSharif, co-founder, Think AI & Ammar Enaya, co-founder, Think AI. After spending several months in stealth mode, games industry veteran Ahmed AlSharif recently unveiled his new AI start-up, Think. The new company is focused on building a new generation of intelligent, efficient unified software and hardware AI infrastructure that’s significantly more efficient than current technologies. That means developing innovative solutions to some of the big performance bottlenecks, including cooling, power efficiency and GPU utilisation. According to AlSharif, his experience problem-solving and wringing every last drop of performance out of hardware and software across his many games industry roles…
BERLIN, 2nd April, 2026 (WAM) — A German report has lowered forecasts for economic growth in the country for the current and coming years, in light of the impact of energy price shocks linked to developments in the Middle East. The report, issued by a group of German economic institutes, stated that gross domestic product is expected to grow by 0.6 percent in 2026 and 0.9 percent in 2027, following growth of 0.2 percent in 2025, reflecting a downward revision of 0.6 percentage points for 2026 and 0.4 percentage points for 2027. The report indicated that rising energy prices have…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] From wearing uniforms to doing physical activities, UAE parents are going the extra mile to ensure that their children are getting the best benefit of online schooling. For some, it is a repeat of their Covid experience while for others it is a whole new ball game. Abu Dhabi resident Aisha Azeem’s daughter Noura is five and is in kindergarten. She said she has started making her daughter wear uniform at home to get her into the mood of learning. “The first few days we both struggled…
RIYADH — The Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) has arrested 71 suspects, including government employees, over various corruption charges. The arrests followed a total of 1395 inspection visits conducted by the Nazaha officials during the last month of March. The inspection visits resulted in carrying out investigations into the charges against 360 people in connection with bribery and abuse of power. These suspects include employees from the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Health, and Ministry of Sports. some of the arrested suspects were released on bail, in accordance with the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure. The authority is…
Johnny Hayek, General Manager, Sariya Information Technology. Sariya Information Technology, a leading value-added distributor across the Middle East and Africa, recently announced a strategic transformation initiative aimed at strengthening market leadership, accelerating innovation, and driving sustainable growth across its business. As part of this move, Sariya has appointed Mr. Johnny Hayek as General Manager, marking a new chapter focused on execution excellence, scalability, and long-term value creation. Mr. Hayek brings extensive regional ICT leadership experience and a strong track record in business transformation, team building, and market expansion. In his new role, he will lead overall operations In Saudi Arabia…
Dubai has rolled out fully driverless commercial taxi services, allowing residents and visitors to book rides with no human driver through the Apollo Go app. Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), in partnership with Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing platform Apollo Go, launched the service on Tuesday, marking the platform’s first international app deployment and a key milestone for driverless mobility in the region. The initiative is part of Dubai’s Self-Driving Transport Strategy, which aims to convert 25 per cent of all journeys in the city into smart and driverless trips by 2030. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on…