NCSC Launches ‘Ask Amna’ Cybersecurity Assistant

TDT | Manama

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The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has launched “Ask Amna,” Bahrain’s first digital assistant dedicated to cybersecurity awareness.

The AI-powered assistant was unveiled at an event held at Marassi Galleria, attended by Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of NCSC, along with officials and cybersecurity awareness specialists.

“Ask Amna” provides practical guidance to help users understand and address cybersecurity risks in their daily lives. Users can ask questions related to cybersecurity, learn about digital threats and security best practices, and check the reliability of links before opening them.

The digital assistant is part of the “Bu Rashid Family” initiative, described by NCSC as Bahrain’s first AI-powered digital family for cybersecurity awareness. The initiative was launched under the slogan “Cyber Awareness, A Way of Life” and uses characters and everyday situations to simplify cybersecurity concepts for different age groups and segments of society.

Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed stressed the importance of continuing to develop cybersecurity awareness tools in line with rapid technological developments. He said modern digital solutions can help make cybersecurity knowledge more accessible to different segments of society.

He added that the launch represents another step in developing Bahrain’s cybersecurity awareness ecosystem, noting that artificial intelligence can make cybersecurity awareness more accessible, interactive and practical while supporting safer digital behaviour.

“Ask Amna” is available through the NCSC’s official website, giving users interactive access to cybersecurity guidance and safe digital practices.