Microsoft has demonstrated the power of digital transformation to the region’s oil and gas industry, as the company participated in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2018.
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UAE airline offers special WhatsApp service to passengers
Etihad Airways has launched a WhatsApp Business solution, allowing guests to communicate instantly with the airline via the popular messaging app.1 4707
Abu Dhabi, Bahrain to foster fintech innovation
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) have partnered to promote and facilitate innovation in financial services.
Abu Dhabi transport arm digitises more than 90% of services
The Department of Transport (DoT) in Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of a number of online services as part of its digitalisation plan to facilitate transactions, WAM reported.
UAE’s ADNEC unveils new chatbot feature
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) has launched an online chatbot platform ‘Jawab,’ which will be utilised by organisers and visitors on all event-related aspects, including the diverse range of services provided by ADNEC.
Oracle looks to cement GCC presence
For more than two decades, Abdul Rahman Al Thehaiban has worked for Oracle, starting off as a sales director for the company’s Saudi operation and now a senior vice president covering the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.
Cisco takes Abu Dhabi Airport into a new era of digitisation
Cisco and Abu Dhabi Airports have signed an agreement that will give the UAE capital’s airport the commercial benefits on Cisco solutions in support of its digital transformation strategy.
Abu Dhabi accelerates services with new digital payment platform
The Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA) formally launched its ‘Abu Dhabi Government Digital Payment platform’ (ADPay).
Global carmaker seeks to redefine the future of road safety in UAE
Volvo Cars reviewed the main challenges around the introduction of autonomous technology calling for a new global road safety standard and highlighting how autonomous vehicles can safely communicate with all other road users.
Abu Dhabi delves into how AI will shape smart cities
The Abu Dhabi City Municipality, ADM, has held a workshop titled, “How Can Artificial Intelligence Shape Smart Cities?” at its head office in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi authorities to develop smart solutions for fintech sector
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has announced the signing of a strategic new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA).