1. ABDULLAH THEEB MAHMMOUD - Associate Professor, Dr. of Criminal Law, Palestine Technical University, Kadoorie.
2. WAHEEB ABDULRAHMAN ABU-ULBEH - Assistant Professor, Dr. of Cybersecurity, Al-Istiqlal University.
3. YOUSEF A. BAKER EL-EBIARY - Professor, Ts. Dr. Faculty of Informatics and Computing, UniSZA, Malaysia.
The Arab world has witnessed significant developments in communications and technology, increasing the use of digital technologies and the Internet across daily life. As a result of this digital revolution, cybercrime has emerged as a major threat to social and economic security. Since cybercrimes have evolved into tools used by criminals against individuals, institutions, and states, combating them and strengthening cybersecurity in the Arab region requires comprehensive solutions. Despite growing awareness, the Middle East and North Africa still face numerous challenges in fighting these crimes. This study aims to examine the difficulties in preventing cybercrime in the Arab world and proposes ways to overcome them. It highlights the negative impact of cybercrime on Arab societies economically, socially, and in terms of security, alongside the lack of practical studies and legislative inadequacies in the region. Ultimately, this research contributes actionable insights for policymakers to implement effective strategies.
Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Socioeconomic Security, Middle East.