December 26, 2025
UAE targets online predators and data abuse with child digital safety legislation
The UAE flag flies over a boat in Dubai Marina, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 22, 2015. — Reuters DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a new federal law aimed at protecting children from online predators, data abuse and harmful digital practices, signaling a tougher global approach to child safety in the digital age. The legislation seeks to prevent strangers from anywhere in the world from accessing, monitoring or interacting with children online, particularly through the collection and use of personal data such as a child’s interests, online behavior and abilities. According to the legislative decree, digital platforms



