UAE to Stop SMS OTPs for Online Payments from 2026
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online card payments from January 6, 2026. Learn about the new in-app approval system and how to prepare for this security upgrade.
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online card payments from January 6, 2026. Learn about the new in-app approval system and how to prepare for this security upgrade.
UAE banks will stop SMS OTPs for online payments from Jan 6, 2026. Switch to in-app biometric approval now to avoid transaction declines. A major security upgrade.
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online payments from January 2026. Learn about the new in-app authentication system, why it's safer, and how residents must prepare.
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Join TOI's Digital Safety Townhall in Hyderabad this Sunday. Learn from cyber security experts about KYC scams, UPI frauds & phishing attacks. Protect yourself now!
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CISF extends personnel tenure at Parliament House Complex to 4 years for better MP familiarity & security. New strict eligibility norms introduced for officers.