Experts discussed advancements in genome editing and biotechnology, along with their implications on society and healthcare in a series of …
AI could “fundamentally disrupt markets” in MENA: reports
A PwC Middle East study has said that artificial intelligence (AI) will contribute $320 billion to the Middle East economy …
20 million Middle East jobs could be automated: McKinsey & Co.
An estimated 45 percent of existing jobs in the Middle East could be automated, according to McKinsey & Company’s latest …
Research develops algorithms to detect evasion efforts in social networks
The research team at Khalifa University led by Assistant Professor of Computing Science Dr. Talal Rahwan is providing insights into …
World Government Summit kicks off in Dubai
The sixth edition of the World Government Summit (WGS 2018) gets underway today, featuring more than 130 speakers across 120 interactive sessions and over 4,000 participants from 140 countries.
New government innovation platform unveiled
As part of the sixth World Government Summit, which will be held from 11th to 13th February, 2018, in Dubai, …
Sheikh Mohammed inaugurates ‘Museum of the Future’
Vice president and prime minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has opened …
Gulf firms getting accustomed to VAT filing: Tally
The new year was heralded as the onset of the VAT regime in the GCC. It is now a little …
Digital payments could save Dubai consumers $200m: Visa
In collaboration with Roubini ThoughtLab, Visa examined the economic impact of increasing the use of digital payments in major cities around the world.
Smart gates to bring ease to Dubai travellers
Dubai Airports, the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs, GDRFA, and Emaratech have announced the completion of the installation of new and enhanced smart gates at Dubai International, DXB, Terminal 1.
Abu Dhabi customer services get a boost with smart apps
The Abu Dhabi City Municipality, ADM, has announced the launch of three smart applications during the Concepts and Innovations Forum held from 6th to 8th February.
Bulwark to showcase portfolio at InfoSecurity ME
Bulwark Technologies, UAE-based IT security value-added distributor, will be exhibiting at InfoSecurity ME, which will be held in Abu Dhabi …
Dubai Police launches environmental awareness initiative
The Zayed Smart Platform is an educational initiative to spread knowledge and environmental awareness for all age groups, using smart applications and interactive tools through social media.
Whirlpool wants you to talk to your appliance
The advent of Internet of Things technology has opened up limitless possibilities to connect any device or object to the …
Abu Dhabi forum to prepare Emiratis for digital revolution
Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) has recently organised the Innovation Leaders Forum as part of the activities of the 4th Technical and Vocational Education and Training, TVET Week 2018.
HD Live Map brings Dubai one step closer to driverless future
As part of the government’s latest efforts toward a smart and driverless future, Dubai has announced that it a new partnership that will see the development of a high-definition mapping technology for the emirate.
DEWA awards $300M contract for power station
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has awarded the AED 1.1 billion contract for the construction of the 4th phase of H-Station at Al Aweer to a consortium comprising Siemens and ELSEWEDY Power, according to the Dubai Media Office.
Etihad, startAD partner for local innovation
Etihad Airways and startAD have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop the entrepreneurship ecosystem in the UAE through the …
Emirates NBD announces executive appointment duo
Miguel Rio Tinto has been appointed chief information officer (CIO) to lead the Group’s IT division, and Evans Munyuki has been appointed as chief digital officer (CDO) to lead the Group’s newly established Digital Office.
Abu Dhabi unites digital government services
The Abu Dhabi government has launched a new platform for unified government services, which it says will achieve a “paradigm …