cybercrime

UAE expat jailed over child's viral Snapchat video

The woman received jail term and deportation after the video drew 11,000 views.

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UAE expat jailed, deported for posting five-year-old girl's video on Snapchat

AI thesis costs Dubai student his place at university

Expert finds fabricated legal rulings and false references in master’s thesis

Dubai court upholds student's dismissal over misconduct in his master’s thesis.

Hedge & Sachs: Truth behind Dh500m in investor claims

Public records detail advisory permissions, a UK company’s dissolution, past liabilities

Hedge & Sachs: What’s the real story behind investors’ Dh500 million claims?

Dubai Police reveals how cybercriminals steal money

‘Recovered’ podcast highlights fraud tactics and ways families can protect their data.

Dubai Police expert Saeed Al Marri discusses online scams and cyber threats.

Sharjah Police bust gang targeting social media stars

Malicious filters allegedly stole photos to blackmail influencers and celebrities.

Sharjah Police traced a cybercrime gang accused of targeting influencers in 14 countries.

Dubai boy's courage helps police find 9 more victims

Arab man allegedly offered gaming perks for photos, then asked for pictures of his sister

Dubai Police warn parents about online gaming risks and child exploitation cases.

Spot these 6 online scams, Dubai Police warns residents

Meta partnership highlights fake links, job offers and account theft risks

Dubai Police and Meta join forces to raise awareness of online scams.

Dubai Police recover Dh1m in bank impersonation scam

Fraudster tricked woman into transferring funds, claiming her bank account was suspicion.

Dubai Police recover over Dh1 million for woman targeted in an online scam.

Dubai Police urge caution over easy-money job offers

Jobseekers are urged not to share banking details, OTPs or pay fees to secure work

Residents are advised to report suspicious job ads through the e-Crime platform or call 901.

Dh100,000 fine, jail for spreading fake news in UAE

Police urge residents to verify social media posts before forwarding them to others

Sharjah Police warn that spreading fake news can lead to jail and Dh100,000 fines.

UAE steps up efforts to protect children online

A Google-backed programme will teach millions of children to use the internet safely

The four-year initiative aims to equip more than 2.3 million children across nine MENA countries with digital safety skills.

Fujairah Police warn against filming restricted sites

Residents reminded to respect restrictions around sensitive locations and facilities

Authorities urge residents and visitors to avoid photographing restricted facilities to prevent security risks and legal consequences.

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