Etihad Cargo has made steps to solidify its position as a regional leader in the air cargo digitalisation and innovation community, six months after migrating to a new technology platform.
Uber rolls out “preferred view” feature for Saudi women drivers
Uber has recently announced the launch of a new “Women Preferred View” feature for women drivers in Saudi Arabia, which provides them with a choice in selecting a preference to be connected to women riders.
World’s first robot-operated number plates factory opens in Dubai
The Dubai RTA has inaugurated the first factory in the world that uses robots in the manufacturing of vehicle number plates, with a capacity of 33,000 plates per day.
Uber files for much-anticipated IPO
Uber Technologies has finally filed its much anticipated initial public offering (IPO) with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Dubai installs Smart Gates at Route 2020 metro stations
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently started the installation of Smart Fare Gates at Metro Stations of Route 2020 Project.
Uber’s acquisition of Careem to be completed in eight months
Uber’s acquisition of the Dubai tech unicorn Careem will be completed within seven to eight months, according to the ride-hailing firms’ CEOs.
Uber confirms acquisition of Dubai-based Careem
Uber and Careem have reached an agreement for Uber to acquire Careem for $3.1 billion, consisting of $1.7 billion in convertible notes and $1.4 billion in cash.
Uber to acquire Dubai-based Careem for $3 billion: report
Uber is reportedly gearing up to announce a $3.1 billion cash-and-share deal to acquire its Dubai-based rival Careem as early as this week.
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.
Dubai-based investment firm opens high-tech logistics facility
Dubai-based Trustworthy.ae Group has announced the groundbreaking of its first Inland Container Depot (ICD) and a third-party logistics (3PL) facility in Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD).
Uber in “advanced talks” to acquire Middle East rival Careem
Uber Technologies is in advanced discussions to buy its Dubai-based rival Careem Networks, according to a Bloomberg report.
Tesla’s Elon Musk could face contempt charge over tweet
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is pursuing a contempt order against Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Reuters reported.
Dubai to shape the future of global mobility, says RTA chairman
Dubai is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of global mobility, according to Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA.
UAE-based tech unicorn unveils rewards programme for loyal users
Dubai-based ride-hailing app Careem has launched rewards programme Careem Rewards for its 33 million users.