[HIB]UAE to suspend Blackberry service on October 11th because they can't 'sniff it'

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Research In Motion Ltd., maker of the BlackBerry smartphone, faces challenges to overseas expansion as developing countries tighten restrictions on mobile e-mail. The United Arab Emirates, home to Middle East business hub Dubai, said yesterday it may suspend BlackBerry e-mail services in October because of concern the devices could be used in crimes. The move comes days after an official in India said that country may ban BlackBerry e-mail use and reports that Saudi Arabia could take similar steps. In the U.A.E., where customers can buy Swarovski-crystal encrusted BlackBerry phones and leather Montblanc carrying cases, the government said it will suspend services it can’t monitor because of the potential for illegal use, according to a statement. BlackBerry’s Messenger, e-mail and Web browsing services will be halted from Oct. 11, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority said.

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