Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
The UAE has introduced a far-reaching Child Digital Safety Law that applies to both local and foreign platforms targeting UAE users. With risk-based classification, age safeguards, and extraterritorial reach, the framework reshapes compliance for digital platforms and ISPs ahead of full enforcement in 2027.
Iraq has banned the online game Roblox after a court ruling citing child safety, moral, and cultural concerns. Authorities warned of exploitation, fake websites, and digital addiction risks, joining countries like Algeria, Oman, and Jordan in restricting access to the popular gaming platform.
MTN and MTV Base launch Room of Safety, a 10-part youth-led series on child online safety, to raise awareness and promote positive digital behaviour across Africa.
A study by Save the Children Jordan revealed that 15.8% of children aged 10 to 17 have experienced digital abuse, with cyberbullying, account hacking, and blackmail being the most common threats. The study also highlighted a concerning lack of parental awareness and low usage of digital safety tools.