At a recent special knowledge-sharing event hosted by the World Bank in Washington, Smart Dubai showcases emirate’s digital transformation journey.
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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 6284
Dubai optimises AI to measure customer happiness
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently rolled out new smart cameras that measure customer’s satisfaction at four Customers Happiness Centres.
UAE’s homegrown digital video on demand firm hits one million subscribers
UAE homegrown subscription video on demand (SVOD) service and digital start-up STARZ PLAY has reported a significant growth as it reaches one million subscribers.
Data strategists: NetApp on its evolution as a data leader
Maya Zakhour, head of distribution and alliances, Middle East and Africa, NetApp, urges channel partners to optimise the opportunities that the firm offers as a data leader.
Dubai telco du introduces new “Power Plans” with unlimited data
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced the launch of enhanced Postpaid Power Plans that offer a variety of benefits such as unlimited data or 200 GB – with or with or without contracts.
UAE keeps an eye on private healthcare firms with new e-service
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced the launch of a new e-service that will allow residents to submit complaints or observations regarding private medical facilities and its medical and technical staff.
DEWA inks deal to power Dubai’s Museum of the Future
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced plans to design, construct, and operate a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant for the Museum of the Future.
AI key to achieving Sustainable Development Goals: UAE official
Advanced technologies of artificial intelligence and data revolution are instrumental in the delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals 2030, said a UAE official during a keynote at the UN statistical meeting.
Global healthcare firms “overspend” on cloud: report
Global healthcare companies report being about 40 percent over budget when it comes to public cloud spend, compared to 35 percent of cross-industry global companies.
UAE seeks to build “next generation” of Emirati schools
UAE vice president and prime minister, and ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced the allocation of AED1.5 billion to build the first group of a “new generation” of Emirati schools.