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04 Mar 2024

Canada's Supreme Court Affirms Constitutional Protection for IP Address Privacy

Canada's Supreme Court Affirms Constitutional Protection for IP Address Privacy In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Canada recently ruled 5-4 in a case concerning the protection of Canadians' internet protocol (IP) addresses from unreasonable search. The court held that Canadians' IP addresses are constitutionally protected under Section 8…

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25 Feb 2024

Penalty in UAE: Up to Dh500,000 Fine for Misleading Residents with False Advertisements

Penalty in UAE: Up to Dh500,000 Fine for Misleading Residents with False Advertisements A firm warning has been issued in the UAE against deceptive advertising and promotions targeting consumers. Those found guilty of violating the law could potentially face imprisonment and fines of up to Dh500,000 under Article 48 of…

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20 Feb 2024

UAE Introduced a New Law Concerning Federal Properties

UAE Introduced a New Law Concerning Federal Properties The UAE has introduced a fresh legislation concerning federal properties, signaling a commitment to enhancing their governance and development. This new law, identified as Federal Decree-Law No. 35 of 2023, marks a significant stride in refining the management of diverse federal assets,…

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15 Feb 2024

UAE companies faced fines for 33,000 instances of salary non-payment in 2023

UAE companies faced fines for 33,000 instances of salary non-payment in 2023 In 2023, authorities in the UAE identified 33,000 instances where companies failed to pay employee salaries using the Wage Protection System (WPS). The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) took action against these companies, imposing administrative penalties…

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10 Feb 2024

An insurance company in the UAE has been fined Dh1.2 million for failure to comply with regulations

An insurance company in the UAE has been fined Dh1.2 million for failure to comply with regulations The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed a financial penalty of Dh1.2 million on an insurance company operating within the Emirates. This penalty was enforced in accordance with Article 14 of…

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06 Feb 2024

Kuwait has modified the regulations for dependent visas for expatriates

Kuwait has modified the regulations for dependent visas for expatriates The Ministry of Interior in Kuwait has announced significant revisions to the application procedure for dependent visas. This decision follows the directives of Sheikh Fahd Al Yousef, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense. According to the updated regulations, expatriates seeking…

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