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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 5306
Dubai’s ambulance service app to “save lives”
The Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has unveiled the ‘Help Me’ application, which is the first of its kind in …
Dubai-based Careem to trial bus-booking service
Careem Networks, the Middle Eastern ride-hailing provider, is testing a bus-booking service ahead of a possible roll-out out across all …
DEWA teams up with UAE telco to introduce new services
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with Etisalat to provide discounts and offers to its customers through its DEWA Store.
UAE arms over 600 students with AI skills
“AI is a gateway to building and shaping the future,” said Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, AI, and Deputy Managing Director of the Dubai Future Foundation.
Saudi Arabia’s top grocery app is coming to the UAE
Following the success of the grocery app within Saudi Arabia, Wadi.com plans to expand in other markets like UAE, which is strategized to be introduced in 2019.
UAE residents can plan outdoor activities better with this new app
UAE residents can now use this new mobile application to find out about the air quality outdoors to better plan their activities.
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank accelerates digital drive with new appointment
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, has appointed Serhat Yildirim as its new Chief Digital Officer.
WhatsApp’s latest group feature goes live
Starting today, WhatsApp users will be able to make group video and voice calls.
GCC investors sign deal to complete The Entertainer’s acquisition
GFH Capital has announced its partnership with Al-Futtaim to complete the landmark acquisition of the Entertainer, one of the leading incentive providers and lifestyle technology platforms in the region.