Abu Dhabi’s Department of Transport (DoT) has announced that the smart card service, ‘Hafilat’ is now available on board regional buses.
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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 4906
Abu Dhabi business dispute court goes online
Through the new platform residents can file documents and receive SMS notifications pertaining to progress of their case and changes to the digital court file. Electronic evidence bundles are included in the court file at no additional cost to any party, and court hearings are conducted through video conferencing, accessed via an integrated calendar.
Do not post photos of traffic accidents on social media: UAE authority
Police in the UAE have issued a warning for motorists about circulating photos and videos of accidents on social media.
Intel Shooting Star Drones to light up UAE skyline
In tribute to the deeply-rooted values and cherished principles of the late founder of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan …
UAE AI Council talks future vision and strategy
Artificial Intelligence Minister Omar bin Sultan Al Olama headed the very first meeting of the UAE Council for AI, which discussed the government body’s objectives and role in implementing the UAE Strategy for AI.
Shariah-compliant investment note for cybersecurity firms launches in UAE
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has recently announced a 100 percent capital-protected, Sharia’a-compliant equities basket note which captures the growth potential of companies operating in the cybersecurity sector.
Microsoft to build duo of UAE data centres
Microsoft has announced plans to build its first Middle East and North Africa data centres in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi AI framework poised to augment human capabilities
Saal aims to augment human capabilities beyond imagination and to facilitate opportunities to solve some of the world’s most pressing issues
UAE launches early warning system for mobile phones
NCEMA implemented the project by adopting a unified electronic system and activating a feature to send warning messages through telecommunications networks, to reach the general public through their mobile phones.
Dubai using smart tech to reduce police station visits: AI chief
Dubai Police’s smart police stations and its Robocop employee have been on show at ISNR 2018 this week, which are said to both be a part of the force’s target to reduce the number of people attending police stations by 80% by the end of 2018.