UAE cyberattacks triple amid Iran tensions as banks and utilities face daily disruptions

Attempts reportedly triple, hitting government and utilities too

Cyberattack attempts are surging across the UAE and the wider Gulf, with financial services, government platforms, and utilities among the hardest hit. Experts say attacks have tripled, disrupting business activity and delaying operations. The escalation is raising fears about eroding confidence in digital infrastructure and exposing growing vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, demand for cybersecurity professionals in the region is climbing sharply.