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Abu Dhabi and Doha compete in cyber offensive operations

In the cyber influence battle between Abu Dhabi and Doha, the two kingdoms are working with an array of foreign contractors. [...] (596 words)

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Former FinFisher boss gives boost to Abu Dhabi's new rising star

Bolstered by al-Nahyan family partnership, Tomer Avnon targets regional markets

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NESA, SIA, DarkMatter, BeamTrail make up Abu Dhabi's new interceptions landscape

Rayzone provides remote access to monitor IP networks

Intelligence services try to save money on cyber Free

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Abu Dhabi wants to beat Dubai at its own port game

Ankura supports Broidy's legal battle against Doha

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