RTA has come up with two fabulous offerings for people using public transport in Dubai. Individuals can now use RTA’s QR code payment system to pay for their taxi fare smoothly and securely with just …
UAE’s proactive regulations fuel real-world asset tokenization boom
Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization is gaining momentum in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as industry players position themselves to meet increasing demand for blockchain-based asset trading. RWA …
A new appetite: How emerging trends are reshaping F&B in the UAE
Explore the rapid changes in the UAE’s food and beverage sector, driven by a diverse culture, tech-savvy consumers, and a focus on health and sustainability. Understand the key trends shaping the …
InfraX emerges as a key player in Dubai’s tech vision
InfraX is the Information Communication and Technology arm of Digital Dewa, which focuses on connecting Digital Dewa value added services from its Data Centers and Cloud Services to its customers.
UAE-Based Disrupt.com Commits US$100 Million To AI Startups
UAE-based venture builder Disrupt.com has announced a US$100 million commitment to fund and develop artificial intelligence (AI)-first technology ventures globally. With a focus on supporting …
Dubai-based Disrupt.com to invest $100M in AI startups
Dubai-based venture capital firm Disrupt.com has announced plans to invest $100 million in artificial intelligence startups at the intersection of Web3 and other industries, in a move that could …
WATCH: How technology is changing the way war is waged in the Mideast and beyond
National Security Editor Guy Taylor sat down at IDEX with Bilal Saab, a former Pentagon official with the first Trump administration, who now heads “Trends U.S.” — part of Trends Research & Advisory, …
Beyond AI: How the UAE is building quantum generation
A famous quote by Khalil Jibran says, “Progress lies not in enhancing what is, but in advancing toward what will be.” The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has long been known for its ambition to lead in …
Microsoft urges Trump to loosen AI chip restrictions for UAE, Saudi Arabia, India and others
Microsoft has urged US President Donald Trump to walk back restrictions on artificial intelligence chips enacted during the final days of Joe Biden’s administration that placed limits on access to …
Dubai Municipality hosts first Innovation Forum to celebrate creative solutions and emerging technologies
The forum provided a platform to highlight pioneering projects, encourage knowledge exchange, and strengthen Dubai’s position as a global leader in innovation and future foresight …
Etihad-SAT: UAE’s newest satellite to help manage natural disasters, detect oil spills
It offers three imaging modes: spot mode for high-resolution imaging of small areas, scan mode for wide-area coverage, and strip mode for extended observation …
MBRSC announces details of the launch of Etihad-SAT, its first SAR satellite
Etihad-SAT represents a significant milestone in MBRSC’s Satellite Development Programme, as it is the first satellite equipped with SAR imaging technology. The advanced capability will enhance the …
From bootstrapped to scale: Venture builder Disrupt.com to invest $100mln to fuel next generation of AI startups from the UAE
As global VC funding retreats, three serial entrepreneurs bet on MENA’s ‘golden moment’ for AI, reinvesting their $350M exit to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Future 100 Unveils the Prestigious Future 100 – List 2024 of the UAE’s Most Promising, Scalable, and Impactful Companies
The Future 100 initiative, a joint initiative between the Ministry of Economy and the Office of Government Development and the Future, announced the Future 100 – 2024, a list of the 100 best UAE-based …
Venture builder Disrupt.com to invest $100m to fuel AI-first startups from the UAE
The company said it primarily targets pre-seed to Series A stage startups that demonstrate strong organic growth potential and clear paths to profitability …
Dewa launches tender for Phase VII of MBR Solar park
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has launched a tender for the construction of Phase VII of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the world’s largest single-site solar park being …
You can now get free wi-fi at 29 locations in Dubai
The Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai has completed the rollout of free wi-fi at 29 different public transport locations in Dubai …