UAE Cybersecurity Official Warns of VPN Abuse
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The UAE’s top cyber official warns about misuse of VPNs amid surging adoption—61.7% in 2023 (6.1 million downloads)—driven by content restrictions, business needs, and privacy concerns, while TDRA rules prohibit illegal use with penalties including heavy fines and imprisonment. Experts caution that third‑party VPNs carry privacy and security risks and that widespread VPN use complicates cybercrime attribution and national security monitoring, underscoring the need for public education on responsible use.
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