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SLC conducts Cybercrimes and Digital Investigations workshop

BY: STAFF REPORTER ON: MAY 16, 2024 IN: NEWS

The Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) conducted an awareness workshop titled ‘Cybercrimes and
Digital Investigations’. The workshop was designed to disseminate legal and legislative knowledge among government
employees. A large number of attendees from various government entities in Dubai participated in the virtual workshop.
Dr. Faisal Hassan Al Omari, an SLC legal advisor, led the workshop, covering various areas, including ways to establish and
develop an administrative, legal, and technical system for conducting digital investigations into cybercrimes with the aim of
combatting them. Dr. Al Omari underscored the importance of identifying and determining all aspects and inputs pertaining to
this system. The workshop further explored ways to enhance the knowledge of concerned officials at judicial bodies to better
equip them for combatting cybercrimes, financial corruption, money laundering, and drug and psychotropic substances
trafficking and trading. Furthermore, the workshop discussed various opportunities to leverage the latest technological
innovations, such as AI tools, in fighting cybercrimes by minimising or eliminating risk factors. Additionally, the workshop
covered the objectives and procedures involved in digital investigations, as well as the skills required for digital forensic
investigators.

Commenting on the workshop, H.E. Ahmad bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, said: “The workshop provided an
excellent platform for exchanging viewpoints and ideas on strategies to strengthen the legislative framework amidst the rising
cybersecurity challenges and the increasing reliance on digital platforms. He noted that the workshop contributed to promoting
legal awareness and legislative knowledge on digital legislation and cybercrime among government officials in Dubai,
underscoring the significance of legislation in bolstering Dubai’s global leadership position in development, safety, and security.
Dr. Al Omari underscored the pivotal role that ongoing advances in information technology and its applications play in driving
progress across diverse sectors. However, alongside these advances, there has been a surge in cybercrimes and digital
security threats, necessitating the development of counter strategies to enhance readiness to mitigate these risks. Al Omari
stated that the workshop primarily focused primarily on modern concepts and trends in combatting cybercrimes, and collecting
and preserving the integrity of, forensic evidence.
He also showcased instances of cybercrimes spanning computers, the internet, and mobile devices. Furthermore, Dr. Al Omari
stressed the importance of raising awareness about cybercrimes that could undermine societal security, disrupt digital service
channels, and impede the capacity of business environments to attract investments.

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