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UAE Residents Rank Third For Password Forgetfulness

A new study by password management company Psono highlights the challenges of managing numerous online accounts.

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A recent study by Psono, an open-source password management platform, revealed that UAE residents rank third in the world for password forgetfulness.

To assess this ranking, researchers used a composite score that included metrics such as the average number of accounts per person, the average duration between password resets, and the percentage of individuals searching for password resets.

In addition to its third-place position, the UAE also had the shortest average time between password resets at just 24 months. In contrast, New Zealand topped the rankings with an average of 72 months between resets.

As for the platforms where users often forget their passwords, popular services such as Gmail, Microsoft, Facebook, and Xbox topped the list. For those in the UAE, Gmail was the most commonly forgotten password.

Understanding Password Forgetfulness

The phenomenon known as “password fatigue” plays a significant role in the forgetfulness of UAE residents.

With many online platforms requiring users to create accounts for access, the number of passwords individuals must remember keeps increasing. In the UAE, the average number of accounts per person stands at 55, which means users might need to manage and recall 55 unique passwords.

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Moreover, the days of simple passwords like “qwerty” or “12345” are rapidly fading. Many companies now impose strict password requirements, mandating at least eight characters, one uppercase letter, one special character, and so on.

This shift towards more complex passwords, combined with the growing number of platforms that require unique passwords, leads to mental overload. As a result, users become more prone to forgetting their login details.

Strategies To Tackle The Issue

One effective solution to the problems mentioned above is to use a password manager. These encrypted containers allow users to store all their passwords securely in one location. This way, instead of remembering numerous passwords, you only need to recall one — the master password for the password manager itself.

Additionally, many users choose single sign-on (SSO) options for website access. This feature enables them to log in using their Gmail, Facebook, Twitter, or Apple accounts, thus removing the need to create individual passwords for each new platform. However, users should exercise caution and evaluate a platform’s safety before linking third-party accounts.

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UAE Prepares To Launch Two Satellites: Thuraya-2 And MBZ-SAT

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council yesterday.

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HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council in Dubai on December 16, 2024. The session highlighted the UAE’s ambitious space plans and took stock of the sector’s economic progress.

The council emphasized the growing role of private companies in advancing space technologies, noting that their contributions are now equal to that of the public sector. Members also praised initiatives like the Space Economic Zones Programme, which are designed to fuel innovation and investment in the space industry.

Discussing the UAE’s space journey, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum remarked, “The national space sector continues to grow and advance, and we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements we have accomplished over the years”.

Sheikh Hamdan also received updates on two upcoming satellite projects: Thuraya-2 and MBZ-SAT. Thuraya-2, developed by Space42, is slated for launch this December. Meanwhile, the MBZ-SAT, created by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), will soon follow. MBRSC, a major driver of the UAE National Space Programme, continues to lead the nation’s space-related developments.

Space42 took the opportunity to showcase its advancements, including ongoing collaborations between public and private entities. The company also outlined strategies to promote innovation, boost revenue streams, and create new opportunities for growth in the sector.

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The UAE’s current projects build on a growing legacy of space exploration. Back in 2020, the nation made headlines with its Mars mission, successfully sending a probe into the planet’s orbit in 2021. This mission, which is now in its second phase as of June 2024, has been collecting critical data to develop a comprehensive diurnal image of Mars.

The UAE also ventured into lunar exploration with an unmanned mission aimed at studying untouched regions of the Moon’s surface. While the probe ultimately crashed during its landing attempt after communication was lost seconds before touchdown, the effort represented a significant step in the country’s exploration ambitions.

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