Social Engines of Cybercrime in Society. Sociology of Digital Crime

Authors

  • Enaam Youssef Mohammed Department of Sociology, College of Humanities and Science, Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center (HSSRC), Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE.
  • Al Rawashdeh, A. Z Department of Sociology, College of Humanities and Science, Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center (HSSRC), Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Department of Social Sciences, Ajloun University College , Al Balqa Applied University, P.O.Box:206 Salt, Jordan.
  • Al Arab, A. R Department of Sociology, College of Humanities and Science, Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center (HSSRC), Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Department of Social Sciences, Ajloun University College , Al Balqa Applied University, P.O.Box:206 Salt, Jordan.
  • Nasefi, Saeed. A Department of Sociology, College of Humanities and Science, Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Center (HSSRC), Ajman University, P.O.Box: 346 Ajman, UAE.

Keywords:

Cybercrime In Society, Emirate of Ajman, Social Engines, Wealth Accumulation Sociology of Digital Crime.

Abstract

Objective: This study, assessed various social reasons concerning the spread of cybercrime in Ajman in the United Arab Emirates from the police officers’ perspective part of the Department of Technical Crimes in Ajman. Substantial amount of resources are devoted to help overcome the criminal activities in a region. However, the prevalence of cybercrime continues to be a significant hindering block in the development. Methods: A descriptive design was used where the qualitative approach was employed. The data were collected from 10 police officers at the Department of Technical Crimes in the Emirate of Ajman. Interviews were conducted for gathering data, which were thematically analyzed. Results: The responses revealed a high prevalence of the cybercrime case. The primary causes of cybercrime were family, education, friends, and environment. The prime motive for cybercrime was wealth, followed by cyber terrorism. Also, cybersecurity concerns were high for women. Conclusion: The study suggests an offering of various awareness programs concerning the actions which can help reduce its occurrence. It also emphasizes the formation of a framework for guiding the user activities on the internet, ensuring his protection.

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2023-12-15

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Enaam Youssef Mohammed, Al Rawashdeh, A. Z, Al Arab, A. R, & Nasefi, Saeed. A. (2023). Social Engines of Cybercrime in Society. Sociology of Digital Crime. Kurdish Studies, 11(3), 394–402. Retrieved from http://kurdishstudies.net/menu-script/index.php/KS/article/view/1226

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Vol. 11 No. 3 (2023): Kurdish Studies

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