In this video, we break down Cabinet Decision No. 42 of 2025 and explain the new penalties, fines, and rules that now apply to media companies, individuals, and content creators across the UAE — including Free Zones.

Most residents in UAE are enjoying watching movies together with their children. Especially now that most of the cinemas and theatres are in 3D content or fully digital screens, where the viewers can enjoy more the experience of watching the movies.

The new regulations are set to apply to information published on websites as well as on social media accounts.

The United Arab Emirates has established the National Media Authority as a new federal regulator with consolidated powers over media policy, licensing, and oversight nationwide.

The United Arab Emirates has issued a series of amendments to its Cybercrimes Law, including harsher penalties and sanctions for those who commit technology-related offences.

Companies, or brands, that offer services to the general public, can often become the subject of negative reviews from their customers, if their service has not been up to the mark.

For the third year in a row, the NBA came to Abu Dhabi in 2024.

A force majeure event occurs, and suddenly it is everywhere, on the news, across social media, in business discussions, and even in legal commentary.

The Dubai government announced on 11 March that it is establishing a new International Sports and Entertainment Free Zone (ISEZA), which will serve as a dedicated...

Yes, Appiness. The time I used to spend on reading, cooking, playing sports is all a thing of past! What do I do these days, you may ask?

With the rise in social media usage and the comfort with which people are expressing their thoughts and views on social media, many users do not realize the real-life implications of their online activities.

The Digital Regulations establish a licensing and compliance framework for digital media activities in the UAE.

The UAE has recently introduced a significant regulatory framework with the issuance of Federal Decree-Law No. 55/2023, focusing on the regulation of media activities in the country.

This case, in which Al Tamimi successfully represented the Defendant at all stages of the proceedings, is significant because the Court of Cassation established a new legal precedent with respect to Contracts of Adhesion.

The National Media Council (the NMC), the federal authority tasked with supervising all media activities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has recently issued the Electronic Media Activity...

The UAE Media Law under Federal Decree-Law No. 55 of 2023 on the Regulation of Media ("UAE Media Law") lists out several dos and don'ts regarding the materials to be published by media entities.

Gowlessence: the insider view into the legal side of the influencer marketing industry

Meet Gowlessence, the latest beauty brand to pop up on your social media feed.

The National Media Council added a new resolution to their library this month, the Electronic Media Activity Regulation Resolution 2018 (‘Resolution'). Many expected the move, as the Council ...

Social media has changed the way businesses operate worldwide, and Jordan is no different. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat have become essential tools for small businesses...