Dubai Police Esports Tournament Kicks Off Tomorrow
The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Cycling Hub in the Dubai Police Officers Club. The event was attended by Major Abdullah Al Shehhi, Director of the Cybercrime Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation; Rashid Mohammed Abdullah, Head of Events Planning and Execution at the Dubai Sports Council; Mona Al Falasi, Director of Esports and Strategy at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism; as well as professional player Shaima Al Mansouri, player Dr. Arshiya Farghath, and player Lady Lillith. The event was also attended by officers, journalists, media representatives and gaming enthusiasts.
Major Abdullah Al Shehhi emphasised that organising the tournament reflects Dubai Police's commitment to enhancing community awareness in the digital and technological field, aligning with their strategic goals of improving safety and security while fostering happiness among residents. He noted that, given the rising popularity of gaming among youth globally, Dubai Police aims to educate participants about balanced gaming practices, the importance of exercising caution when interacting with strangers, and the potential cybercrimes associated with online gaming.
Al Shehhi further explained that the tournament aims to combat crimes associated with electronic games and raise awareness about cyber fraud and online extortion. 'Additionally, it strives to enhance understanding of police services dedicated to mitigating cybercrimes, such as the 'Ecrime' platform for reporting incidents and the online awareness platform designed to educate the public on these critical issues, which can be accessed at the following link: https://ecrimehub.gov.ae/ar,' he continued.
Moreover, Al Shehhi underscored that the tournament aims to foster a balanced approach to esports, encouraging users to maintain their physical and mental health through moderation. He emphasised that the tournament educates participants about the importance of privacy and avoiding sharing personal information, data, and images with strangers during in-game chats. 'Additionally, it seeks to enhance understanding of electronic financial transactions and their potential associated crimes,' Al Shehhi concluded.
Meanwhile, Rashid Mohammed Abdullah emphasised the Dubai Sports Council's keenness to participate in the fifth edition of the Dubai Police Esports Tournament as part of their ongoing efforts to organize sports events that engage and empower youth. He praised the tournament's objective of raising awareness among young people about cybercrimes and protecting the community from their potential risks.
Registration for the tournament is still open for individuals aged 10 to 35, both male and female
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Emirates 24/7
an hour ago
- Emirates 24/7
Dubai Racing Club launches ‘Racing Ahead' internship to empower Emirati talent
Dubai Racing Club (DRC) has officially launched 'Racing Ahead,' a dynamic new internship programme designed to support and develop the next generation of Emirati professionals. The initiative reinforces DRC's commitment to advancing the UAE's vision of national talent development, in line with broader Emiratisation goals. Kicking off on 17th August 2025, the programme offers Emirati graduates an immersive, hands-on experience within the world of professional horse-racing and large-scale event operations. Participants will be placed across various departments aligned with their academic backgrounds, gaining real-world insight, professional mentorship, and exposure to international best practices at Meydan Racecourse, one of the world's most iconic sporting venues. 'At Dubai Racing Club, we are proud to champion Emirati talent and contribute to the UAE's ambitious vision for workforce development,' said Ali Al Ali, CEO and Board Member of DRC. Developed in collaboration with top UAE universities, the internship will run through May 2026, offering participants a meaningful foundation in strategic operations, event planning, marketing and communications, among others. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Khaleej Times
3 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
From backyard cricket to the UAE National Team Star
Cricket, a game of physical and mental endurance, captured Ali Naseer's heart early on. When Ali picked up a plastic bat and a tennis ball to play cricket at the age of six, little did he know that he had met his calling. A young, energetic Ali Naseer is well into his cricketing career. Ali joined the ICC Cricket Academy when he was twelve years old, and today, he is a proud member of the UAE national team. A student at the Wellington School, Ali, from a very early age, started spending long hours at the ICC Cricket Academy. 'At times, it would be challenging for me to balance my studies with my long hours of cricket. As I enjoyed playing cricket, I worked hard to strike a balance between my school life and my hours at the cricket academy,' he recalls. At the age of twelve, when Ali started to play hard-ball cricket, it was an exciting time in his life. His talent was soon recognised by his coaches, and at fifteen, Ali was selected for the under-16 UAE team. Ali's debut was impressive when he scored an astounding 197 runs in Oman during his first international tournament. 'It was a great experience for me, and I learnt the skills of leadership, teamwork, and taking risks. This was a great tournament for me personally,' he says. Ali recalled his first international match against the West Indies, where he once again impressed his opponents with two back-to-back half-centuries. Since then, Ali is on a steady incline in his cricketing career. Ali finds the hot summer months the most challenging part of playing in the UAE. A fifty-over game can last for almost seven hours. The scorching temperatures are not easy to play in, but the passion for cricket drives him and his teammates to the field. Ali's first-ever coach was Mudassar Nazar, who was the head coach at the ICC at the time. 'I was fortunate to be coached by the legendary Pakistani player, Mudassar Nazar, who dedicated long hours to us and coached us with so much passion. I felt honoured to be coached by him,' Ali shares. Ali is grateful to Mudassar Nazar for guiding him throughout his cricket journey at the academy and spoke very highly of him. 'Mudassar Nazar is an icon, and yet he is so humble and connects with us effortlessly. A very fine coach, and his guidance is invaluable,' he says. Ali stressed the importance of staying fit, as cricket, like many other sports, is a physically demanding sport. Regular physical training and a healthy diet are an integral part of a cricketer. 'There is a lot of glamour in cricket, no doubt, but behind the glamour and all the glory, there is relentless hard work. Long practices, lengthy matches, and not knowing the final outcome till the last ball require physical and mental strength,' he explains. Ali is a proud member of the UAE national cricket team, and he sees a bright future ahead of him. His relentless hard work and passion for cricket have put him on a steady incline in his cricketing career.
The National
3 hours ago
- The National
Paulo Sousa's Shabab Al Ahli the team to catch: UAE Pro League season preview
The domestic league season will get under way amid challenging temperatures this weekend when the UAE Pro League returns. The rest of the field have been working in the summer to find a way to bridge the gap to Shabab Al Ahli, who won the league by a massive 12-point margin last term. Sousa sets the standard Paulo Sousa has packed a lot into his management career. Since getting his first senior team job with Queens Park Rangers in 2008, the former Portugal midfielder has coached 13 different teams in 10 different countries. The longest stint he has had anywhere has been the two years he spent at Fiorentina between 2015 and 2017. As such, it would have been no surprise if he had signed off straight after one glorious season in the UAE. Instead, he is still in situ at Shabab Al Ahli, where he is looking to reprise one of the most successful seasons ever in the country. Fuelled by the excellence of Iran forward Sardar Azmoun, the Dubai-based club won a league and cup double, and only lost out in the final of another domestic cup. Repeating that success will be tough, as recent history shows. Milojevic's move Shabab Al Ahli's league and President's Cup double was fantastic, but not exactly unprecedented: their Dubai rivals, Al Wasl, had done exactly that the previous season. Milos Milojevic became the darling of the Ultras Junoon, Wasl's supporters, in coaching them to that success. The Serbian coach found the going tougher second time round as they tried to defend their titles. They were some way off the standards set the previous season, but they did at least reach the knockout stage of the AFC Champions League for the first time. That was enough for Milojevic, though. Having said he was ready for a move – while flippantly expressing his desire to manage Real Madrid one day – he made the short switch to Sharjah. He has big boots to fill. The role was vacated by Cosmin Olaroiu, who is now the UAE national team coach, having led them to the AFC Champions League Two title before signing off. Britons abroad Mackenzie Hunt was conspicuous by his absence in the first UAE squad named by Olaroiu back at the start of June. The Liverpool-born, Dubai-raised player had been a fixture in the national team squads of Olaroiu's predecessor, Paulo Bento, until he was jettisoned as manager. Playing down the leagues in the UK with Fleetwood Town meant Hunt could be out of sight, out of mind, and therefore easy to be overlooked. He has shown his desire to battle for a place in the national team, though, having made a summer switch to the Pro League. The former Dubai English Speaking School pupil has joined Baniyas. He is not the only English-origin player at the Abu Dhabi-based club, who are looking to improve on their 12th-placed finish – one above relegation – last season. Brad Young, a striker who is a product of Aston Villa, has also arrived from Saudi Arabian club Al Oroboh. Transfer merry-go-round Fair to say, UAE football is not where the majority of attention is trained when it comes to Middle East transfer business. The Saudi Pro League continues to dominate, and not just the region. Even at the top European clubs, whenever any major name is eyeing a transfer, their agents often insinuate a Saudi Arabian club into the conversation, just to up the rate. Even newcomers to the big time, like Al Qadsiah and Neom, have spent around $100 million in transfer fees alone this summer. While the likes of Darwin Nunez and Joao Felix have arrived in Riyadh over the summer, with Kingsley Coman potentially next, UAE clubs have had to be more creative. Al Jazira have spent the most, in bringing in Willyan Rocha from Russia and Igor Serrote from Brazil, but their Abu Dhabi rivals Al Wahda have made perhaps the most intriguing purchase. They have landed Dusan Tadic, the Serbian playmaker who excelled at Southampton, Ajax and, most recently, Fenerbahce. Al Ain need a spark The fact Al Ain are not the first name in the conversation about title challengers feels remarkable. The Garden City club are the most successful in UAE football history. They won the AFC Champions League 14 months ago. And they represented the country at the revamped Club World Cup in the United States this summer. Unfortunately, all the latter did was show up their failings. They were whacked 5-0 by a Juventus side who had just been to the White House to meet President Trump, then 6-0 by Manchester City. Maybe the results were understandable given the standard of opposition. But Al Ain's problems have been deep seated for some time, and they have their work cut out to turn it around. That being said, they still have an enviable squad, with match-winners everywhere, so it would be foolhardy to count them out.
