Emaar Group has announced that it plans to leverage the significant potential of blockchain technology with plans to offer the Emaar community token for customers and partners by the end of this year.
UAE approves National Space Strategy 2030
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has adopted the National Space Strategy 2030.
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.
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.
IT spending in Middle East to hit $160 billion
Middle East and North Africa (MENA) IT spending is projected to reach $160 billion in 2019, a 1.8 percent increase from 2018, according to the latest forecast by Gartner.
Tech careers in high demand among Emirati professionals
Jobs in the telecoms, Information Technology (IT) and media sectors are in increasing demand among job-seeking Emiratis, according to findings by recruitments fair Careers UAE.
Calling space enthusiasts: Space Explorer Camp opens in UAE
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, has announced the next run of its Space Explorer Camp, to be held for the first time ever in spring this year.
UAE telco makes the first Live 5G data call
UAE-based telecommunications service provider du has conducted the first-ever Live 5G data call on its production 5G network while rolling-out 700 5G sites across the UAE.
Smart Dubai to deliver welcome keynote at Gartner Symposium/ITxpo
Gartner has announced Smart Dubai as the City Host for Gartner Symposium/ITxpo, which will take place on 4th to 6th March at Madinat Jumeirah, in Dubai, UAE.
UAE-based Etisalat teams up with Huawei to deploy 5G
Etisalat and Huawei have announced a strategic partnership to deploy end-to-end 5G network in UAE in 2019 during the Mobile World Congress.
Emaar completes full acquisition of Dubai online fashion retailer
Emaar Malls, the retail business arm of Dubai’s Emaar Properties, has reportedly completed its acquisition of online fashion retailer Namshi.
Microsoft unveils new Surface devices for UAE market
Microsoft has introduced the raw power and versatility of the next generation of Surface devices to the UAE market, launching three exciting products to cover the widest array of use cases yet.