The UAE treats online conduct as seriously as offline conduct — sometimes more so, given how broadly its cybercrime law reaches.
Accessing systems, accounts, or data without authorisation, even without a clear financial motive.
Digital fraud schemes, including those connected to crypto and forex activity covered elsewhere on this site.
The law also covers certain online speech offences, which can catch people by surprise given how broadly it is drafted.
Where the alleged conduct or its effects span multiple countries, coordinated with our wider network as needed.
It is often applied more broadly than people expect, particularly around online speech and reputational matters.
Depending on the facts, UAE authorities can assert jurisdiction where the effects of the conduct reach the UAE.
Yes — many cybercrime allegations in the UAE arise directly from crypto or forex-related fraud schemes.
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