All non-emergency numbers have been unified under one toll-free number – 901 – to allow Dubai Police to serve public better.
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Dubai enters phase one of emirate-wide strategy to go paperless
Smart Dubai has broken ground on the first phase of implementing the Dubai Paperless Strategy, which seeks to digitise internal and external transactions at government entities and save time and effort for employees and customers alike.0 8543
DEWA to double electric car charging stations across Dubai
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced it will double its electric vehicles charging stations to 200, in a bid to encourage people to use sustainable modes of transport across Dubai.
Emirates Transport teams up with Avanza Solutions
Emirates Transport Driving Institute, a government organisation, has partnered with Avanza Solutions for the complete automation of processes and operations.
Microsoft names new President for MEA region
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Samer Abu Ltaif as the President of its operations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.
Gartner: MENA government IT spending to reach $11.6 billion in 2017
According to the latest study by Gartner, governments in the Middle East and North Africa are projected to spend $11.6 billion on IT products and services in 2017.
DEWA achieves COBIT5 certification in governance
DEWA has recently received the COBIT5 certification in governance and information technology operation control, which according to the firm is a reflection of its excellence in cybersecurity, and leading position in different technical fields.
Nedaa, Nokia to launch ‘Innovation and Creativity Lab’ in Dubai
Nedaa has announced that it recently forged a strategic partnership with Nokia to establish an Innovation and Creativity Lab in Dubai.
UAE Innovation Week to become Innovation Month
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has ordered fundamental changes to the third cycle of UAE Innovation Week.
Cisco takes part at EGOV4 in Kuwait
Cisco has announced their participation in the 4th E-Government Forum (EGOV4) in Kuwait, which will be held from 27th to 29th November at Courtyard Marriott hotel.
Government and business entities collaborate at Innovation Live! summit
MEED’s inaugural ‘Innovation Live!’ summit kicked off today at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai, in alignment with the UAE Innovation Week – a celebration of creative ideologies across the region.