The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Network International has introduced a new service enabling the payment of taxi fares in Dubai via Samsung Pay and Apple Pay apps on smartphones.
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Telecom subscribers in UAE rise to 24 million: TRA
The number of subscribers to telecommunications services in the UAE, whether through mobile phones, landlines and the internet, rose to around 24 million during the first five months of 2018.1 6476
Online payment platforms enable e-commerce growth, says Saudi authority
mada, Saudi Arabia’s domestic payment network, and Mastercard have announced the launch of a joint partnership initiative to enable online payments using Mastercard’s Payment Gateway Services technology.
Etisalat Digital announces partners for Dubai Future Accelerators
Etisalat Digital has shortlisted startups to foster digital innovation and entrepreneurship and to bring new solutions to the market as part of ‘Dubai Future Accelerators Programme.’
Why UAE humidity could be something to look forward to
UK-based Veragon Water Solutions has commercially launched a technology that provides a cost-effective and sustainable source of mineralised drinking water by harnessing the humidity from the air, in the Middle East.
UAE AI goals take centre stage in Dubai
World AI Show, organised by a global business events company Trescon to focus on artificial intelligence (AI), is gearing up for the launch of the first leg of the series in Dubai.
Municipal waste will soon power homes and buildings in Dubai
The system will transform the city’s solid waste into a source of energy by using artificial intelligence and without resorting to traditional means of shipping. Doing so serves the Municipality’s objectives to address current and future waste-related challenges and maintains sustainability.
Dubai gears up to take on future city challenges
The fourth edition of Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA) has been launched with the participation of 12 government bodies and in cooperation with the world’s most innovative companies.
Saudi Arabia signs cybersecurity programme deal with US university
The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security and Draper University have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding, according to The Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.
Huawei notches up mid-range offering
Huawei is launching its latest mid-range device nova 3e in the UAE, ahead of the launch of its new flagship P20 which will be unveiled in Paris on 27th March.
Egypt court orders suspension of Uber, Careem services
Egypt suspended the licenses of ride-hailing companies Uber and Careem on Tuesday, in a court ruling after taxi drivers sought to shut down the two firms’ operations in the country, judicial sources said.