according to UAE-based satellite provider Yahsat. The test, which used Yahsat’s Al Yah 2 satellite and sophisticated Ka-band technology, took place in Abu Dhabi, in an environment simulating that found onboard on Airbus A320 aircraft. According to Yahsat …
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Dubai FDI Supports Samsung Gulf Electronics in Elevating Presence and Customer Experience in the UAE
Together Samsung and Dubai can create synergy in developing solutions that reinforce Dubai as a digital economy as well as a preferred place to live and do business,” added Al Gergawi. “We are extremely grateful for the support we are receiving from …
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Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Offers Islamic Trade Finance Platform for SMEs
DMCC, one of the world’s leading free zones for trade and enterprise in Dubai, has signed an agreement with Dubai SME, an agency of Dubai Economy, to develop Sharia-compliant trade finance platform for the small and medium enterprises ( SMEs). The …
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Dubai developer Union launches new investment arm
Union Properties on Monday announced the formation of a new investment arm, UPP Capital Investment, as the Dubai-based real estate group continues to roll out its diversification strategy. The new entity will specialise in direct and indirect real …
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Dubai bank Emirates NBD’s Q3 profit rises 37%
Emirates NBD (ENBD), Dubai’s largest lender, posted a 37 per cent rise in third-quarter net profit on Monday as impairments tumbled and operating income rose. The bank, the last major lender from the United Arab Emirates to report its earnings during the …
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Iran skips UN conference on nuclear energy in Abu Dhabi
Seats for an Iranian delegation sat empty on Monday at the conference being held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Conference staff said the Iranians had cancelled their appointment to speak at the event. Iranian authorities could not be immediately …
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Revealed: UAE jobs that will be in demand in 2018
“Human resources and administrative staff have become the backbone of UAE business, especially now that digital transformation projects are beginning to take effect, changing the nature of work,” said Robert Half. “As a result, businesses are …
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Video: This new technology will make grocery shopping faster in the UAE
Dubai – in particular – retains its spot as a favourite … and we wanted to test a new service in Carrefour Lille to go beyond just lighting,” said Céline Martin, business models and innovation manager for Carrefour hypermarkets.
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Dubai Economy opens first model grocery on Sheikh Zayed Road
The Business Registration and Licensing, BRL, sector in Dubai Economy has announced the opening of the first model grocery in the city that fully complies with the new standards brought in to establish a unified brand identity and improve service quality …
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EU Parliament reaffirms support to UAE in fight against terrorism
Abu Dhabi: The European Parliament reaffirmed its support to the UAE in its fight against terrorism and extremism, a senior parliamentarian told a press conference Sunday. “The European Parliament supports the UAE in its fight against terrorism and …
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Autonomous vehicle shuttle to Dubai Mall soon
Dubai: In a significant step towards integrating autonomous technology with Dubai’s transport system, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will soon begin trial of a shuttle service in Downtown Dubai that will have a driverless vehicle transporting …
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Finance Minister to attend India-UAE Partnership Summit in Dubai
Srinagar: JK Minister for Finance, Dr Haseeb Drabu on Sunday left for UAE to attend the India-UAE Partnership Summit (IUPS) to be held in Dubai on 30/31 October 2017. The Summit is being jointly organized by the Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi, Consulate …
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Qatar emir interview ‘desperate’, says UAE minister
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — to end the crisis between the American allies. Speaking to the American television network CBS’s ‘60 Minutes’ news programme, Shaikh Tamim said: “It was supposed to be very soon, this meeting,” he said.
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Why Dubai Police visited a 4-year-old girl
Naji then contacted Dubai Police on Twitter to seek help, and last week, Gulf News reported how the Emirati family was in disbelief when a police supercar stopped in front of their doorstep to drop off gifts. Dubai Police quickly responded to the family …
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No Wifi, internet? You can still find your way around Dubai
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Monday that is has updated the Smart Drive app to guide motorists using the GPS technology without requiring internet connection on portable devices. The city navigation app provides accurate and instant …
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Enjoy free WI-FI across Sharjah parks, beaches
He added that WiFi UAE, the country-wide initiative to provide Wi-Fi access to the public, in line with UAE Vision 2021, is expected to provide services at more than 400 locations in Sharjah by the end of the year.
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These smart palm trees in Dubai can charge your phone and provide free Wi-Fi
“Smart Palms” are palm tree-like devices that will provide free Wi-Fi and will charge your phone. There are more than 50 Smart Palms in Dubai, located on beaches and public areas in the city.
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