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UAE Federal Decree Law No. 26 Of 2025 On Child Digital Safety: Liability For Digital Platforms And Internet Service Providers

Federal Decree Law No. 26 of 2025 on Child Digital Safety (the "CDS Law") establishes a comprehensive federal framework governing the protection of children in the digital environment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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BSA Law

UAE Establishes National Media Authority

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.

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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BSA Law

Major Changes In UAE Media Regulations 2025 | Updated Fines & Rules (Video)

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.

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Egypt Issues New Framework To Streamline Foreign Filming Permits

On 26 November 2025, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 4330 of 2025 (the "Decision") promulgating the Regulation of Foreign Filming in the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Egypt Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

UAE Introduces Mandatory Advertiser Permit For Content Creators

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

Media Law And Advertising Standards In The UAE: Key Rules And Restrictions

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

UAE Gaming Industry Transformed: Everything You Need To Know About New Regulations (Video)

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Dr Hassan Elhais

تأسيس شركات التقنية وتكنولوجيا المعلومات في مصر: الإطار القانوني وحوافز ITIDA

Egypt Media & IT

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Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Translation Of Law No. 10 Of 2003

Egypt Media & IT

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Andersen in Egypt

Marketplace Liability In Egypt: Evolving Roles In The Digital Economy

Egypt Media & IT

Adsero – Ragy Soliman & Partners

Regulations For NTN Services

Saudi Arabia Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

Regulation For Registration Of Telecommunication Space Stations (Public Consultation)

Saudi Arabia Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

New Penalties Imposed In Case Of Violations By Media Companies

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Kuwait Considering A Comprehensive New Media Law

Kuwait Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

DIFC AI And Innovation Licences: What Founders Need To Know

United Arab Emirates Technology

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BSA Law

Saudi Arabia Laws And Punishments

Saudi Arabia Criminal

AHYSP

DIFC Injunctions In Support Of Foreign Proceedings: The Last Twelve Months In Review

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

New Commercial Companies Law Amendments Signal A New Phase Of Corporate Modernisation

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Gowling WLG

UAE Legal Year In Review 2025: Corporate, Governance And Immigration Changes In Focus

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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BSA Law

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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

UAE Federal Decree Law No. 26 Of 2025 On Child Digital Safety: Liability For Digital Platforms And Internet Service Providers

Federal Decree Law No. 26 of 2025 on Child Digital Safety (the "CDS Law") establishes a comprehensive federal framework governing the protection of children in the digital environment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

BA

BSA Law

UAE Introduces Mandatory Advertiser Permit For Content Creators

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step in regulating its rapidly evolving digital advertising landscape with the introduction of the Mandatory Advertiser Permit.

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

Media Law And Advertising Standards In The UAE: Key Rules And Restrictions

The United Arab Emirates has an established media regulatory framework through Federal Decree by Law No. (55) of 2023 Concerning Media Regulation (Media Law)...

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

Marketplace Liability In Egypt: Evolving Roles In The Digital Economy

Egypt Media & IT

Adsero – Ragy Soliman & Partners

New Regulations For Private Sector Job Advertising And Interviews

Saudi Arabia Employment

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Al Tamimi & Company

Abu Dhabi Real Estate: New Transparency Policies Introduced By ADREC And ADGM

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

Qatar Enacts Law No. (5) Of 2025: Major Reforms To The Regulation Of Advertisements, Statues, And Memorials

Qatar Real Estate

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Antitrust Enforcement By The COMESA Competition Commission

Bahrain Anti-trust

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BREMER LF WLL

New Media Regulations In The Emirates: What Changes For Digital Businesses And Professionals

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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WH Partners

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Hotels & Hospitality

Real Estate & Construction And Hotels & Leisure

Real estate remains one of the Middle East's most vital and transformative sectors, acting as a key driver of economic diversification and a magnet for both regional and international investment.

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

Translation Of Law No. 8 Of 2022

The Translation of Law No. 8 of 2022 plays a vital role in clarifying Egypt's modern framework for regulating the hospitality and tourism sector. This hotels law and tourism law establish the foundation for licensing, management, and supervision of establishments across the country...

Egypt Media & IT

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Andersen in Egypt

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Services In Egypt: Sadany & Partners Law Firm

We possess technical knowledge across various industries, enabling us to be aware of the specific details of disputes that arise in these specialized sectors.

Egypt Litigation

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Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Condo Hotels In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

Sector Foreword - Finally Growing Up (But Hopefully Not Too Much) - 2025 Outlook And Emerging Trends

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Legal Update: Bahrain's Timeshare Law

Bahrain Media & IT

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Raees + Co

New Tourism Licensing Initiative Launched In Qatar

Qatar Media & IT

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Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners

Restrictions And Conditions For Establishing A Tourist Facility

Egypt Media & IT

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Youssry Saleh & Partners

Safety Regulations And Criteria For Swimming Pools & Water Parks In Egypt

Egypt Employment

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Youssry Saleh & Partners

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Broadcasting: Film, TV & Radio

Egypt Issues New Framework To Streamline Foreign Filming Permits

On 26 November 2025, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 4330 of 2025 (the "Decision") promulgating the Regulation of Foreign Filming in the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Egypt Media & IT

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Media Law And Advertising Standards In The UAE: Key Rules And Restrictions

The United Arab Emirates has an established media regulatory framework through Federal Decree by Law No. (55) of 2023 Concerning Media Regulation (Media Law)...

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Al Tamimi & Company

New Media Regulation In The UAE: Understanding UAE's Federal Decree-Law No. 55/2023 (Video)

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.

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Key Arbitration Principles From An Egyptian Court Of Cassation

Oman Litigation

Bait Al Qanoon

A Legal Overview Of Sports Law In Egypt

Egypt Media & IT

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

An Insightful Segment On The Dubai Eye Radio Show Discussing The Tasreef Dh 30 Billion Project (Video)

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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HKA

Self-Declaration Certificates For Advertisers Now Mandatory In India

Kuwait Media & IT

GA

Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Brand Protection In The Age Of Social Media

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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United Trademark & Patent Services

TMT Comparative Guide

Egypt Media & IT

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Jurisera

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Sport

Antitrust Enforcement By The COMESA Competition Commission

Over recent years the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission (CCC) significantly increased its enforcement activities. This involved the CCC expanding its focus beyond merger control enforcement to actively...

Bahrain Anti-trust

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BREMER LF WLL

Golden Visa Expansion In The UAE: 10-Year Residency For Yacht

Dubai and Abu Dhabi have expanded the Golden Visa program, now offering 10-year residency to yacht owners and skilled professionals, including nurses, content creators, gaming experts, and educators.

United Arab Emirates Immigration

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IMC Group

Dubai Launches The First International Sports And Entertainment Free Zone At One Central: A Legal And Investment Perspective

Dubai Launches the First International Sports and Entertainment Free Zone at One Central – A Legal and Investment Perspective

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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BSA Law

Dubai Adds 'Sports And Entertainment' To Its Suite Of Free Zones

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

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The Sovereign Group

Monthly Newsletter Issue 51| 2024

Saudi Arabia Litigation

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Harasani & Alkhamees Law Firm

Monthly Newsletter Issue 51| 2024 (Arabic)

Saudi Arabia Litigation

HA

Harasani & Alkhamees Law Firm

Betting On Change: The UAE Rolls On New Regulator For Gaming Licences

United Arab Emirates Media & IT

TLP Advisors

Egyptian Sports Law For Minor Players

Egypt Media & IT

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

A Legal Overview Of Sports Law In Egypt

Egypt Media & IT

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

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Latest Videos

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Major Changes In UAE Media Regulations 2025 | Updated Fines & Rules (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

UAE Gaming Industry Transformed: Everything You Need To Know About New Regulations (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

An Insightful Segment On The Dubai Eye Radio Show Discussing The Tasreef Dh 30 Billion Project (Video)

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HKA

Influential Women In The Middle East: Inside The Hospitality Industry (Video)

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Clyde & Co

Accessibility Of Websites And Applications (Video)

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Barnea & Co

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