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Arabian Business
2 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Certified Collectibles Group opens Dubai office as comics, trading cards and autographs grow as alternative investment category
Dubai collectors and memorabilia investors will be able to authenticate valuables and trade items with greater security after the Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) officially opened its first full-time office in the Middle East. The opening comes as trading cards, rare currencies, comic books and sports cards are increasingly viewed as tangible assets with investment value. Located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) the major expansion for the global collectibles powerhouse provides on-the-ground access in the UAE for the grading and authentication of: Coins Paper money Comic books Magazines Trading card games (TCGs) Sports cards Non-sports cards Certified Collectibles Group in Dubai The new location enables collectors and dealers in the region to submit their prized items directly to CCG Middle East, the Group's regional affiliate. All submissions will be securely transported to CCG's global headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for expert grading, then returned to Dubai—fully insured and tariff-free under a Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) procedure. Arafaat Ali Khan, CCG Managing Director, Middle East, said: 'The extraordinary interest expressed by collectors and dealers at the shows and the calibre of collectibles entrusted to us for grading are strong indicators of the market's potential. 'I am excited to contribute to its advancement as we make the services of the CCG companies more accessible.' CCG brands now available in the UAE, include Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) for coins, tokens and medals; Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) for banknotes; Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) for comic books, magazines and trading cards; James Spence Authentication (JSA) for autograph verification. Autographed comics and trading cards can now be submitted, with autographed memorabilia services to follow soon. CCG is the first global third-party collectibles grading company to establish a permanent office in the Middle East. The Group's move follows enthusiastic response at recent events like Middle East Film and Comic Con in Abu Dhabi and The Currency Fair in Dubai, where collectors lined up to submit items for evaluation. Services now available online via dedicated UAE websites and collectors across the region can now explore services and prepare submissions at the dedicated portals. – For coins, tokens and medals – For paper money – For comics and magazines – For trading card games, sports and non-sports cards Steven R. Eichenbaum, CEO of CCG, said: 'CCG is proud to be the first major third-party grading service to accept submissions full-time in the Middle East. 'This expansion is reflective of our commitment to adding value, trust and transparency to the world of collectibles by making expert certification available to collectors and dealers everywhere.' With more than 100m collectibles certified since 1987, CCG's expansion into the UAE aligns with growing demand from a rising generation of collectors across the Middle East. The new Dubai office gives regional enthusiasts easier access to the same globally trusted standards relied on by collectors in the US, UK, Germany, and China. This launch further cements Dubai's role as a global hub not just for finance and art—but now also for authenticated and graded collectibles, a fast-growing niche within alternative investments.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Certified Collectibles Group opens office in Dubai
SARASOTA, Fla. — The Certified Collectibles Group (CCG) is thrilled to announce the opening of its Dubai office, making it easier than ever for collectors and dealers to submit coins, paper money, comic books, magazines, trading card games (TCGs), sports cards and non-sports cards for expert authentication, grading and encapsulation. comics and cards will also be accepted, with autographed memorabilia to follow soon. CCG includes such iconic brands as Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), Paper Money Guaranty (PMG), Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) and James Spence Authentication (JSA). Since 1987, the CCG brands have certified more than 100 million collectibles. CCG's office is located in the prestigious Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a convenient location for customers in Dubai and the broader region. The first global third-party grading service with an office in the Middle East, CCG also has locations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and China. Its United Arab Emirates (UAE) office is operated by its affiliate, Certified Collectibles Group Authentication Services (Middle East) Ltd. (CCG Middle East). In anticipation of CCG's official UAE launch, CCG representatives recently attended the Middle East Film & Comic Con in Abu Dhabi and The Currency Fair in Dubai. At the shows, attendees were able to submit collectibles for grading, and the enthusiastic response affirmed that the region is home to a fast-growing collecting community that is eager to benefit from the CCG companies' certification services. Arafaat Ali Khan, CCG Managing Director, Middle East, noted: 'The extraordinary interest expressed by collectors and dealers at the shows and the caliber of collectibles entrusted to us for grading are strong indicators of the market's potential. I am excited to contribute to its advancement as we make the services of the CCG companies more accessible.' Submit Using the CCG Companies' New UAE Websites Collectors and dealers in the Middle East can now visit the CCG companies' UAE websites to learn more about authentication and grading, explore the range of options for services and fees, and prepare submissions. After submissions are completed, collectors can schedule an appointment to drop off their collectibles by calling +971 800 0321348 or emailing Service@ ● For coins, tokens and medals, visit ● For paper money, visit ● For comics and magazines, visit ● For trading card games, sports cards and non-sports cards, visit CGC's premier services for autograph collectors CGC Signature Series and JSA Authentic Autograph certification — will also be available for submissions made to the UAE office initially for comics and cards. Learn more about these programs at Collectibles submitted to CCG in the UAE will be transported with full insurance coverage (based on the submitter's declared value) to CCG's global headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, USA, for authentication, grading and encapsulation. The collectibles will then be transported back to the UAE (again with full insurance coverage) to be returned to the submitter. All submissions are shipped using the Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) procedure, ensuring that they are free from any tariffs. CCG Middle East's fees include all costs, including authentication, grading, shipping between the Dubai office and the United States, insurance and customs clearance. 'CCG is proud to be the first major third-party grading service to accept submissions full-time in the Middle East,' said Steven R. Eichenbaum, CEO of CCG. 'This expansion is reflective of our commitment to adding value, trust and transparency to the world of collectibles by making expert certification available to collectors and dealers everywhere.' For more information, call +971 800 0321348 or email Service@ About Certified Collectibles Group® (CCG®) CCG is the world's leading provider of expert, impartial and tech-enabled services that add value and liquidity to collectibles. The CCG companies include Numismatic Guaranty Company™ (NGC®), Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®), Certified Guaranty Company® (CGC®), James Spence Authentication® (JSA®) and Authenticated Stamp Guaranty® (ASG®). Since 1987, the CCG companies have certified more than 100 million coins, banknotes, comic books, trading cards, autographs, stamps and related collectibles. Today, CCG serves the world of collectibles online and at its offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany and China. To learn more, visit
Forbes
3 days ago
- Forbes
Meta Confirms Facebook Upgrade—How To Keep Your Account
All change for Facebook. So, this is ironic. Coming the same day as the latest warning that Facebook passwords have been breached (along with others) on an unimaginable scale, you can now stop this happening to you, ensuring you keep your account and it's not lost to hackers. Your Facebook account will be upgraded — and you need to act as soon as it is. We're talking passkeys, and the news Meta is 'introducing passkeys on Facebook for an easier sign-in.' There are so many reports on Facebook account hacks and password breaches, and users struggling to recover those accounts, that this is long overdue. 'Passkeys make it simpler and safer than ever to sign in to Facebook,' the company dsays, with the same fingerprint, face or PIN you already use on your mobile device." Facebook passkeys are expected on both iPhone and Android 'soon,' and 'will begin rolling out passkeys to Messenger in the coming months. The same passkey you set up for Facebook will also work on Messenger once this capability launches.' Passkeys are finallt here. You should enable passkeys on all accounts where they're available, and where they're not, you should stop using SMS for two-factor authentication (2FA) and use authenticator apps instead. Microsoft is even pushing its users to delete passwords altogether, given the inherent risks in having these enabling access to accounts. With that Cybersecurity News report that 'since the beginning of the year' it has 'discovered 30 exposed datasets containing from tens of millions to over 3.5 billion records each. In total, the researchers uncovered an unimaginable 16 billion records,' accounts have never been more at risk, so make this change as soon as you can. Google has warned passkeys are still very under-used — even 2FA is enabled by less than half of users. Paskeys are easier and more secure, linking your login credentials to your physical device, unlocked with the same biometrics or PIN used to unlock your device. This means they can't be intercepted, stolen or even shared. Meta says 'creating your passkey is easy and only takes a few simple steps. You can set up and manage your passkey in Accounts Center, found within the Settings menu on Facebook. You also may be prompted to set up a passkey when you log in to Facebook.'
TechCrunch
4 days ago
- TechCrunch
Facebook will soon roll out support for passkeys on Android and iOS
Facebook is rolling out support for passkeys on both iOS and Android, the social network announced on Wednesday. Passkey logins make it harder for bad actors to remotely access your accounts because they require physical access to your phone. Unlike standard logins, passkeys use Face ID or Touch ID, a PIN, or a physical security authentication key to validate logins. Passkeys remove the need to rely on username and password combinations, which can be susceptible to phishing and other issues. Image Credits:Facebook Facebook says that passkeys will also start rolling out to Messenger in the coming months, and that users will be able to use the same passkey for both services. Passkeys can also be used to autofill payment information when making purchases using Meta Pay, Facebook says. To set up a passkey, you'll navigate to the new 'passkey' option in Accounts Center within the Settings menu on Facebook. Once it's set up, you can start using your passkey to log in to Facebook on your phone. You'll still be able to use other authentication methods, such as your password, to access your account so that you can still access the social network when using a device that doesn't support passkeys. Facebook is one of many tech companies to introduce passkey support in the past year or so. Other big names that have done so include Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Google, PayPal, TikTok, WhatsApp, X, and GitHub.
The Verge
4 days ago
- The Verge
Facebook rolls out passkey support to fight phishing attacks
Facebook is adding support for passkeys on its mobile app. That means you'll be able to log into the platform using your device's authentication method, like your fingerprint, face scan, or PIN, making it more difficult for bad actors to take control of your account. Passkeys offer a more secure alternative to typical passwords because they can't be stolen, guessed, or leaked. They also provide protection against phishing scams, which occur when a bad actor attempts to trick victims into exposing personal information, often by linking to fake login pages. Since your browser automatically links your passkey with a specific domain, it won't accept passkeys on phony webpages. But, as pointed out by the Electronic Frontier Foundation, there's still a risk if you have your password memorized and type it into the fake webpage anyway. Meta doesn't provide a specific timeline for when passkey support will arrive, only saying it will launch on Android and iOS 'soon.' The company plans on bringing passkey support to the Messenger app as well, where you'll be able to use the same passkey you set up for Facebook. Both platforms will join several other big names that have adopted the more secure sign-in method, including Google, Microsoft, Apple, and the Meta-owned WhatsApp. Even if you set up a passkey, you'll still be able to use your password to sign into your Facebook or Messenger account. You can log in using other methods, too, including a physical security key or two-factor authentication. Aside from logging into your account, Meta will let you use your passkey when autofilling payment information on Meta Pay as well.
