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Cybercrime UAE
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Avoiding Scam Calls in UAE: Expert Warnings
Scam calls are surging across the UAE, exposing residents to financial loss, data theft, and emotional harassment. Some residents receive up to three fraudulent calls a day. Specialists warn that engaging with scammers only increases the risks — from identity theft to
24 Nov 2024
Dubai Cybercrime Court Proposed as Online Scams Surge
Dubai Prosecution's First Chief Prosecutor Dr. Khalid Ali Al Junaibi has called for a dedicated cybercrime court staffed by judges trained in cybersecurity and digital forensics, citing the judiciary's difficulty keeping pace with online fraud, hacking, and AI-driven crimes.
5 Jul 2024
UAE Cyber Security Council: 50% of Residents Hit by Phishing
The UAE Cyber Security Council warned that over 50% of residents were tricked by phishing websites and 20% targeted via social networks in Q3 2023, while data breaches hit 56% of businesses in the same period.
20 May 2024