The initiative, launched by RTA, now offers voluntary donations to the charity through the ‘RTA App’ and ‘Drivers & Vehicles App,’ where users can make donations when processing transactions relating to renewing vehicles/licenses or paying fines.
TP-Link signs up Ethos as distributor
TP-Link Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with Ethos Technologies for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman. In terms of …
NYUAD develops potential ‘breakthrough’ computer chip tech
Researchers at New York University Abu Dhabi’s Design for Excellence lab have recently developed new ‘logic-locked’ chips, secured by a secret key so that only authorised users may utilise them.
Etisalat launches Xiaomi smartphones
Etisalat has announced the exclusive launch of the latest Xiaomi smartphones to all consumers with flexible smartpay options for as low …
DED Ajman completes automation project
The Department of Economic Development – Ajman (DED-Ajman) has completed its Unified Automation Platform initiative, resulting in automation of its administrative …
Online registration for VAT effective mid-September: FTA
The taxes will be self-compliant and voluntary for business sectors, with swift taxation procedures that are electronic, fully automated and in accordance with the highest international standards.
Deyaar’s Faisal Ali on the potential for smart tech in real estate
Since the firm’s establishment in 2002, Deyaar has emerged as one of the leading residential and commercial developers in the UAE’s competitive real estate market. By combining innovative strategies with the latest emerging technologies, newly appointed senior IT manager Faisal Ali is striving to provide unrivalled customer service.
Etisalat launches Business Quick Start-Premium for SMBs
Etisalat today announced new upgraded premium plans for it’s Business Quick Start service. The new premium plans offer up to 33 percent …
TRA to gather ISPs for the 75th RIPE meeting in October
The event supports TRA’s efforts to develop its IT infrastructure and place the UAE at the forefront of global smart services.
TRA upgrades Fednet security systems
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has announced the completion the Federal Network (FEDNet) security systems upgrade in a step aimed at …
DEWA launches ‘8080 initiative’ to raise e-adoption rate
The e-adoption of DEWA’s smart services is now at approximately 76 percent at the end of Q2 2017. In order to reach the 80 percent target by 2018, DEWA has launched the ‘8080 initiative’ to increase customer awareness of its smart services on DEWA’s smart app and website.
Bricks and clicks: ASGC’s newly-appointed CIO Herbert Fuchs
Newly-appointed CIO Herbert Fuchs has been hired to optimise and reinvent the ways that ASGC uses technology to automate time-consuming processes and enhance the health and safety of on-site workers.
TRA receives three ISO certificates
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has achieved three ISO certificates in the areas of business continuity, quality management system and environmental …
Knowledge is power: SEWA chairman Dr. Rashid Alleem
When Dr Rashid Alleem was handpicked by the Ruler of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qassimi, to lead Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority’s transformation journey in April 2014, he knew how important his work would be in driving the emirate’s critical infrastructure.
Uber’s rival DiDi Chuxing seals partnership with Careem
Didi’s investment in Careem is said to further enhance its reliable transportation offerings across the region. Together, the two parties will share knowledge in intelligent transportation technology, product development, and operations.
HP launches OfficeJet Pro 7720 printers
HP Inc. has launched its next generation OfficeJet Pro printers for micro businesses: OfficeJet Pro 7720. The firm said the …
HP launches new retail point-of-sale system
HP Inc. has unveiled its versatile all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) system, the HP ElitePOS for the retail sector. The company said …
Smart Dubai launches Dubai Now app donation option
The Smart Dubai Office (SDO) has launched a new online initiative to mark the Year of Giving 2017, issued by …
DHA unveils paperless robotic dispenser at smart pharmacy
The robot can store up to 35,000 medicines and dispenses around 12 prescriptions in less than one minute.
MoI launches smart visa system to eliminate service centre visits
The Ministry of Interior (MoI) has launched a new smart services system that will eliminate the need for UAE residents to go in person to service centres when applying for visa or resident permits.