Taking a photograph without consent can itself create criminal exposure, while sharing it in a private WhatsApp group is not automatically exempt, lawyers explain.

School photos without consent could cost Dh500,000

Another child in the frame? The privacy issue can start before you post the photo

Scanning a QR code? Watch out for these 4 signs

Beware of QR code scams: Dubai Police warn against rising 'quishing' threats

Scanned a QR code in Dubai? Watch out for ‘quishing’ scams

Applying for a new job? You may need this document

If you have left the UAE, you can apply for the document using an expired Emirates ID

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Hacker breached key UAE systems then demanded $5m

Attacker threatened to leak stolen data on the dark web after breaching key systems

The hacker sent messages claiming to have mapped the organisation’s systems and identified how to enter and navigate them.

UAE 999 vs 901: Which police number should you call?

Why reserving 999 for real emergencies can save lives in the UAE

Dubai Police’s 901 hotline handles non-emergency enquiries and services, while 999 is reserved for situations requiring immediate police intervention.

UAE gas cylinder safety: Avoid these common mistakes

Key steps to prevent gas leaks, fires and explosions in residential kitchens

From illegal suppliers to storage mistakes, these LPG safety tips can help UAE residents prevent fires and gas leaks.

Think before posting your trip, UAE warns travellers

UAE cyber chief warns against live location sharing, public Wi-Fi and USB charging ports

What travellers need to know to stay safe from cyber threats

How to get 24/7 home security from Dubai Police

Round-the-clock police-linked monitoring for villas while you’re away this summer

Dubai Police's 24x7 Smart Home Security System: How to protect your home while travelling this summer

UAE social media age checks: What you need to know

Digital IDs, biometric verification and AI age estimation are among the methods allowed

Social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook and X have 12 months to comply with requirements aimed at preventing under-15s from accessing their services.

UAE firms face rising wave of credential attacks

Device code scams and AI-crafted lures fuel rise in identity-based cybercrime

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has reported that more than 75% of cyber breaches in the country begin with phishing emails or fraudulent messages, cementing credential theft as the single most common entry point for attackers.

Streaming the World Cup? Dubai warns football fans

Authorities urge viewers to use official platforms and avoid sharing sensitive data

Digital Dubai advised the public to rely exclusively on official broadcasting and streaming platforms, verify website links before clicking on them.

What Dubai's new recording law means for you

Who can record, where, and who sees it - Dubai's new enforcement rules, broken down

Dubai regulates how enforcement officers use cameras to document violations - here's what you need to know

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