The National Computer Corporation UAE (NCC UAE) has recently taken part in the opening of the Security Innovation Lab in Dubai Police.
Abu Dhabi and Dubai recognised among the world’s top Hyperconnected Cities
Data is at the core of successful smart city innovation, according to new research from Oracle and economic and urban …
Dubai Silicon Oasis opens new hub to foster regional digital transformation
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, and Intel, the Silicon Valley-headquartered tech giant, have announced the launch of the new phase of ‘Intel Innovation Centre.’
RTA rolls out Free WiFi in Dubai taxis
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started the implementation of ‘Tech Taxi’ initiative to drive the digitisation of taxi …
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Data and AI keys to smart city progress: Huawei
Alaa ElShimy, Huawei Middle East MD and VP of Enterprise Business, discusses the pivotal role of data and artificial intelligence in the upcoming fourth phase of smart city development.
UAE’s DubaiNow app completes over $1 billion worth of transactions
The DubaiNow platform and application has processed 7.5 million transactions, worth AED 4 billion, making it the city’s preferred portal for transactions with government services, according to Smart Dubai and the Dubai Department of Finance (DoF).
Dubai passengers can soon have WiFi access while on Careem trip
Careem has announced the launch of Free unlimited WiFi in all Careem cars from mid-July this year.
New innovation hub for Russian tech entrepreneurs opens in Dubai
The Russian Centre for Digital Innovations and Information and Communication Technologies has recently opened at the Dubai Internet City (DIC).
Data to drive growth of future megacities: Smart Dubai
By 2050, 68 percent of the world’s population will be living in cities that produce more than 80 percent of global GDP, according to a recent study by Smart Dubai.
Dubai poised to become “City 4.0”: Siemens
Siemens Atlas of Digitalisation identifies digital readiness and potential for six cities: Dubai, Los Angeles, London, Buenos Aires, Taipei and Johannesburg.
Smart city investments to reach $2.3 billion in MEA region
Investments in technologies enabling smart cities in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is expected to hit the $2.30-billion mark by 2021, according to the latest study by IDC.
Dubai announces first-ever fully digital property rental solution
Dubai Asset Management has rolled out phase one of the first fully digital and paperless property rental experience in partnership with Smart Dubai.
Dubai most attractive FDI destination for AI and robotics
Dubai has attracted more than $21 billion worth of foreign direct investments (FD) for artificial intelligence and robotics projects from 2015 to 2018.
How Smart Dubai aims to be the Amazon of the Middle East
Established in 2015, Smart Dubai’s goal is easier said than done – making the city the happiest in the world …
Sheikh Hamdan initiates countdown to a paperless Dubai
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has initiated a three-year countdown for implementing the Dubai Paperless Strategy.
Expo 2020 Dubai, Siemens team up to create a blueprint for future smart cities
Siemens has commenced one of the world’s biggest installations of its building technologies at the Expo 2020 in Dubai.
Dubai to transform taxi services with artificial intelligence
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA has inaugurated a new control centre and reviewed its smart transformation plan.
Dubai launches new Smart Grid Station
The Dubai Smart Grid Station is part of DEWA’s efforts to implement technologies which link smart buildings for the exchange of information, improve energy and water efficiency, and optimise renewable energy in smart cities.
Dubai to spotlight race to becoming the world’s first smart city
With the theme ‘Propelling Globalization through Digital Transformation’, FCS will support the growth of smart city solutions such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, smart mobility, smart infrastructure, and sustainability as catalysts in achieving a healthy global digital economy.
Dubai to attract top tech talents with new initiative
Dubai Internet City (DIC) has launched its GoFreelance permit that will enable freelance talent to work in the technology sector.