Up to 700,000 daily cyberattacks from Iran-linked hackers, UAE warns

The UAE has issued a warning about a surge in cyberattacks, citing Iran-linked hackers utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT to carry out advanced operations targeting critical infrastructure. Authorities are facing between 500,000 and 700,000 cyberattack attempts daily, including the use of deepfakes for misinformation. The UAE is bolstering its cybersecurity defenses with AI-based systems and public awareness campaigns.