The India government is concerned that the new username feature could open new avenues for cyber fraud.

WhatsApp's new username feature sparks fraud concerns

The government fears the proposed update could be misused by scammers and fraudsters

UAE develops framework for children's social media use

National Media Office plans new safeguards and awareness programmes for children online

The UAE's Child Digital Safety Law had established a clear framework for protecting children on digital platforms.

15,000 licensed creators in the UAE

UAE says licensing isn't about restricting creators it's about raising standards

The regulatory framework was intentionally designed to support growth rather than impose excessive restrictions.

Under-15 ban: Social media's real toll on UAE children

Psychiatrists and paediatricians reveal cases of sleep loss, aggression, deepfake trauma

The UAE is the latest nation requiring tougher age verification for social media users. Photo used for illustrative purposes

UAE’s under-15 social media ban: Platforms, penalties

Explained: What happens to existing accounts of kids and if they use parents' accounts

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UAE's under-15 social media ban: All you need to know

Everything parents, schools and social media platforms need to know

Social media platforms will be required to implement reliable age-verification mechanisms, such as digital identity systems.

UAE social media ban: How platforms verify kids' ages

AI, selfies, IDs and parental controls are reshaping children's access to social media

The UAE is the latest nation requiring tougher age verification for social media users.

Android 17 roll out begins: 7 new features to know

Google's latest update brings floating apps, better security and more

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UAE media industry hits new revenue milestones

National Media Authority says reforms and digital media incentives are driving investment

The UAE cinema industry delivers a strong performance, generating more than Dh734 million in box office revenues

India temporarily bans Telegram ahead of NEET re-exam

Government cites cheating networks and fake leak claims before re-test

Restrictions will remain until June 22 as authorities target exam fraud.

Instagram, Facebook Reels may soon work like TV shows

New ‘Series’ feature could help creators build sequels and story-driven videos

Meta experiments with creator-friendly Reels designed for binge viewing and retention.

Hackers only had to ask Meta AI to steal Insta accounts

Security flaw reportedly exposed high-profile Instagram accounts to takeover

Hackers allegedly bypassed protections by manipulating Meta’s support chatbot.

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