Smart Dubai has recently held a series of demonstration days to discuss the progress of 14 blockchain use cases that will be implemented by 12 government entities across the emirate.
Abu Dhabi Municipality powers customer services with AI
Abu Dhabi’s Urban Planning and Municipalities Department has launched 13 new digital services as part of its efforts to participate in the digitalisation drive and modern vision of the UAE.
UAE, China tie up to accelerate Silk Road project
The agreement between the UAE and China is aimed at facilitating exchange and integration of commodities, technology and capital through mutual education and cooperation.
Dubai to roll out lifetime vehicle e-registration
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the third and final phase of Vehicle e-Registration, enabling individuals to replace their existing vehicle registration cards by lifetime e-Registration, as of 1 August 2018.
Bahrain warns public against Qatar-run fake social media accounts
Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has recently revealed that it uncovered social media posts that has shown systematic attempts to compromise the Kingdom’s national interests by influencing public opinion on various issues, including naturalisation, to damage the close and special Bahraini-Saudi relations.
DEWA achieves international standard in infosec management
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the ISO 27001:2013, which is the highest international standard in information security …
UAE leaders, China’s President Xi discuss increased tech ties
President Xi Jinping of China is visiting the UAE heading a large delegation to further advance ties across trade, culture and technological cooperation between the two countries.
Dubai Chamber on-boards “360 Doctor” to foster health and wellness
Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed the latest initiative designed to ensure the well-being of its team members.
Facial recognition tech poses “human rights risks”: Microsoft president
Microsoft called for government regulation of facial recognition technology and for laws governing its acceptable uses.
Smart Dubai explores prospects of an integrated tech infrastructure
Smart Dubai has organised a brainstorming session at its headquarters in Dubai Design District, d3, as part of its Smart Cities Hackathon.
GCC trio in talks to drive regional fintech industry
Saudi Arabia is reportedly in talks with UAE and Bahrain to establish a coordinated approach to the regulation and nurturing of fintech startups in the region.
First-ever “cop-less” police station to launch in Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis will soon be the home for the UAE’s first-ever smart police station providing services completely free from any human intervention.
VAT refund system for tourists on track: UAE tax authority
The Cabinet Decision to implement a system that returns Value Added Tax (VAT) to tourists will cement the UAE’s status as a premier global tourist destination, asserted the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
IBM and Elm to implement Riyadh Municipality’s Blockchain roadmap
Elm has announced today that IBM has been selected as the strategic partner for the integration of the blockchain technology …