Emirates is gearing up to launch the world’s first “biometric path” which will offer its customers a smooth and truly seamless airport journey at the airline’s hub in Dubai International airport.
UAE issues new regulations for social media adverts
The National Media Council (NMC), has announced the issue of an official advertising guide, with the aim to clarify standards for content produced by advertisers in the UAE.
First government-backed blockchain platform in Middle East launches in Dubai
Smart Dubai and IBM has announced the launch of the Dubai Blockchain Platform, the first government-endorsed blockchain platform as-a-service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Spire Solutions strengthens operations with key appointment
Regional value-added distributor Spire Solutions has appointed Avinash Advani as its new CEO.
Government, education sectors see highest data leak incidents: report
InfoWatch Group has released a report on confidential data leaks from organizations in the Middle East, covering the period from 1st July 2017 through 30th June 2018.
Du to build the first blockchain platform as-a-service in UAE
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), will build the first Blockchain Platform as a Service in UAE (BPaaS) in partnership with ConsenSys.
Digital tech to take pharma beyond the pill: study
The pharmaceutical industry today is in a state of flux as it tries to maintain a delicate balance between the need for novel blockbuster drugs and the need for improved operational efficiencies in an increasingly competitive market space.
Emirates NBD continues digital transformation with new Hortonworks partnership
Emirates NBD has signed a new strategic partnership with Hortonworks, the industry leader in connected data platforms.
FinTech Summit spotlights blockchain opportunities in Dubai
Blockchain will be a key focus at the 3rd annual Fintech Summit being held in Dubai on 30th October 2018 on board the Queen Elizabeth 2 at Port Rashid.
Dubai gears up for last mile of self-driving transport challenge
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled the shortlisted finalists of the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport and announced that the finalists in the four categories will be awarded $5 million in October 2019.
UAE marks successful launch of first Emirati-made satellite
The first-ever Emirati-designed and made satellite, KhalifaSat, has successfully launched into space on 29th October 2018, in what the UAE remarked as a breakthrough for the national space industry.
Watch: UAE KhalifaSat launch
The launch of KhalifaSat, the first satellite fully designed and built Emirati engineers, will be streamed live by the Mohammed …
Tweet that led to $20 million SEC fine was “worth it”, says Musk
Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk said the tweet that cost him and the company $20 million in fines each by the US Securities and Exchange Commission was “worth it”.
UAE AI minister urges the youth to know their role in shaping the future
UAE’s Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama called on the youth to understand what their role will be in shaping the future.