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Dubai Police secure 95.2 million passengers in 2025 with AI-powered airport security

Dubai’s airports handled a huge volume of travellers and baggage in 2025, with Dubai Police securing the journeys of 95.2 million passengers and more than 86.75 million pieces of baggage as it expands the use of artificial intelligence and smart technologies across. Dubai Police said more than 86.75 million pieces of baggage were secured during 2025 through a system combining established security procedures with modern technologies.

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