Smart moves by UAE to ensure digital security – Gulf Today

Smart moves by UAE to ensure digital security – Gulf Today

Technology has changed the face of the world. Whether it is individuals or nations, digital embrace now remains the key to success. The UAE is reaping the huge benefits of having recognised this fact early and taking all steps in the right direction.

As Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, points out, Dubai has become a global leader in digital transformation over the last few years, guided by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.

Sheikh Mohammed's vision to make Dubai the smartest and happiest city in the world has steered its transformation from e-government to Smart Government and eventually to a Smart City.

Raising the quality of electronic infrastructure also brings its own risks, and it is good that preparedness to deal with cyber risks is a strong focus for the emirate.

The recently launched Dubai Cyber Index seeks to raise the security and safety standards of Dubai's electronic infrastructure by enhancing the readiness of government entities in dealing with cyber crises and emergency scenarios.

The initiative will use advanced Artificial Intelligence technologies and Big Data analysis to help