TechnologyUAE Cyber Security Chief Reveals Hacker Demanded Over $5 Million in Private Firm Extortion Attempt
The UAE's cyber security chief, Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, disclosed that a hacker demanded a $5 million ransom after breaching a private company. Speaking at the Arab Media Summit in Dubai, he also highlighted growing concerns over AI-driven threats and fifth-generation warfare.
The National|September 15, 2026|1 