NEW UAE LAW REGULATES FINFLUENCERS AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION PROVIDED ON SOCIAL MEDIA
In the recent years, there has been a boom in social media users who provide financial information to their followers. These users, referred to as “finfluencers” provide financial recommendations to their audiences, advising them on various investment options and their short term and long-term effects, oftentimes undermining the risks involved. The information is generally propagated …
EXECUTING A FOREIGN WILL IN THE UAE
The UAE has established a comprehensive system of laws and registries for the draft and execution of Wills. This has been done for the benefit of the large expatriate community in the UAE who own movable and immovable assets in the country. Although it is advised to execute a Will in the UAE for UAE …
MANDATORY ADVERTISER PERMIT REQUIRED FOR PROMOTIONAL ACTIVITIES ON SOCIAL MEDIA
The Media Council of UAE has mandated that all social media content creators who publish promotional, whether for a fee or for free, must now do so with an advertiser permit. This step has been taken to ensure regulatory compliance, promotion of quality talent and content, and for better transparency. UAE Media Council The UAE …
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Criteria for a valid Marriage | The Role of a Guardian
Marriages in the UAE are governed by the UAE family laws which include the personal status law and the civil status laws. The civil status laws include Federal decree Law No. 41 of 2022 governing non-Muslims in the UAE except in the emirate of Abu Dhabi and the Abu Dhabi Law No. 14 of 2021 …
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INHERITANCE LAW AND THE DISPOSAL OF ASSETS IN THE UAE
Inheritance is a very important aspect of family law. It is the branch of law that ensures welfare of family members and the continuity of the family unit after the death of an individual. Inheritance law in the UAE includes the disposal of an estate after a death, whether the individual died intestate or after …
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VAT Regulation for Cryptocurrency Mining in the UAE
Introduction: The Federal Decree-Law No. (8) of 2017 on Value Added Tax (VAT law) governs the application of value added tax in the UAE along with its Executive Regulations (Cabinet Decision No 52/2017). Cryptocurrency mining taxation is becoming more important as cryptocurrencies increase in popularity in the UAE.
How to set up an education & training services company in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has committed over SAR 100 billion to education and training as part of Vision 2030.
Legal Consequences Under the UAE’s Cybercrimes Law
Introduction: A nation’s reputation is crucial, and the UAE has implemented strong legislation to address these issues under the Federal Law No. (34) of 2021 (cybercrimes law). These laws specifically target online activities concerning rumors.
Tokenisation: Designing wealth structures for a digital future
Private wealth is moving away from traditional formats. As assets shift off paper and into digital form, investors are rethinking how they store and transfer value across borders.
Car Ownership in the UAE Obligations Under the UAE Law
The UAE traffic laws are governed by Federal Decree Law No. 14 of 2024 on Traffic Regulation (“Law”). This Law lays down extensive provisions regarding the usage of public roads, the proper conduct of drivers of vehicles, requirements when applying for a driver’s license, and other traffic related requirements. Apart from this, the Law governs …
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