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Telecom subscribers in UAE rise to 24 million: TRA
The number of subscribers to telecommunications services in the UAE, whether through mobile phones, landlines and the internet, rose to around 24 million during the first five months of 2018.1 6175
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.
Dubai Uber users will soon be able to book air taxis
Uber Technologies and Bell Helicopter have announced that it is expecting to roll-out the first air-taxis by 2025, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Dubai government to become 100% paperless: Sheikh Hamdan
Dubai government transactions will be completely paperless by 2021 onwards, according to the latest strategy unveiled by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council.
Global experts to discuss fintech innovations in Dubai
Over 400 finance and technology leaders will gather in Dubai this month to discuss innovations in their sectors, highlighting the future of the fintech industry for the global and regional markets.
Ideation to innovation: UAE workshops encourage youth to study science
Emirates Foundation, an independent philanthropic organisation set up by the Abu Dhabi government, is hosting a series of workshops aimed …
Huawei to debut P Smart in Saudi Arabia
Huawei Business Consumer Group has announced the launch date of its new Huawei P Smart smartphone, which will be available to users in Saudi Arabia on February 8th.
Cisco announces new general manager for Oman
Cisco has appointed Ali Al Lawati as general manager for Oman. In his new role, Ali Al Lawati will work …
Ajman Digital Government takes on UAE hackathon challenge
Ajman Digital Government has announced its participation in the UAE Hackathon, organised by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, under the theme ‘Data for Happiness’.