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UAE cyber chief says a single virus could disrupt an airport, power or water network

24 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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24 August 2026

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technology

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Cybersecurity

◆ Geography

UAE

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Fusion42 · 24 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The UAE's cybersecurity chief warned that a single malicious virus could disrupt critical infrastructure including airports, power, and water networks, highlighting the growing threat of cyberwarfare as attacks evolve to target essential digital services.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must treat cybersecurity as a frontline defence for critical infrastructure like airports and utilities. Expect heightened government focus and potential funding on protective systems, making early partnerships in security tech urgent.

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