- The UAE Cyber Security Council has urged the public to ignore rumours and digitally manipulated content
- It warned that the spread of misinformation poses a significant threat to national information security
- The Council addressed the rapid circulation of digital media and advised residents to remain cautious
The UAE Cyber Security Council has urged the public to ignore rumours and digitally manipulated content circulating online, warning that the spread of misinformation poses a significant threat to national information security.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Council addressed the rapid circulation of digital media and advised residents to remain cautious when encountering videos or content that may have been edited or taken out of context.
Officials specifically warned against sharing videos that have been “fragmented or removed from their chronological context”, saying such material can distort facts and contribute to the spread of false information.
The Council also stressed that the United Arab Emirates operates a centralised and transparent official media system.
According to the government body, all information related to national security, public services and official state updates is released exclusively through designated government authorities.
“The redistribution of rumours exposes the community to digital misinformation risks and impacts information security,” the Council said in the statement. “Verify before you publish. The official source is the only reference.”
The warning forms part of the UAE’s broader efforts to maintain a secure digital environment as the volume of online content and cross-border information flows continues to increase.
