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In an era where cyber security is more crucial than ever, understanding new legal frameworks is vital for individuals and businesses. The UAE has recently updated its cybercrime laws, introducing stricter penalties and broadening the scope of recognised offences to protect data integrity better. Our latest blog post thoroughly explores […]

The UAE’s Wage Protection System (WPS) is a crucial initiative designed to ensure the timely and accurate payment of wages to employees. Developed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), the WPS requires all salaries to be paid through approved electronic means, helping to safeguard workers and streamline […]

The answer to this question is no. It is legal to use a VPN in the UAE for legitimate purposes, both personal and commercial. However, if someone is involved in illegitimate activities and uses network masking devices and software, including but not limited to VPNs, they will be subjected to […]

The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has recently issued Decision No. 3 of 2024, establishing a deadline for both taxable and certain exempt persons to register for corporate tax. This directive becomes effective starting March 1, 2024. Registration deadlines will vary based on the entity’s residency, classification, and either the […]

In a significant move towards enhancing workers’ rights and improving the overall labor landscape in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), recent amendments to the UAE Labour Law in 2024 have been introduced. Enforced from 1st January 2024, these changes primarily focus on streamlining the labor complaint process, providing workers with […]

In an effort to strengthen judicial continuity, on 13 September 2022, the United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) Ministry of Justice issued a letter to the Director General of the Dubai courts confirming the enforcement of judgments issued in the courts of the United Kingdom (“UK”) through the principle of reciprocity. The […]