Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a trial to test video … consultant offices, developers and property owners. The system is intended to allow review of layouts, discussions, reviews and approvals of all phases of the application process, and …
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Dubai is all set to welcome its first 3D printed villa
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai’s, dream of making the city a leading hub for 3D technology by 2030 is rapidly becoming a reality. According to Dubai’s 3D Printing Strategy around 25 percent of buildings in Dubai will be …
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Teachers want more technology in Gulf schools, study shows
… the Gulf would like to see more technology in schools and greater integration of technology into curricula, according to a survey conducted for education show GESS Dubai. The study of almost 1,000 education professionals from across the Gulf asked …
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3D-printed villas coming to Dubai
While Dubai-based startup, Cazza, announced in February last year that it would build the world’s first 3D-printed skyscraper, and the now famous plans to build a new city on the moon using 3D technology, might steal the headlines, the villas will offer …
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Dubai Business Events witnesses 61% rise in 2017
Dubai Business Events (DBE) secured a total of 212 bids throughout 2017, representing its most successful year to date, the city’s official convention bureau announced recently. As a result of secured bids and proposals in 2017, Dubai is set to welcome …
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Mastercard, ABC Dubai Shine a Light on Female Leadership in Business
Reiterating a global commitment to diversity, inclusion and empowerment, Mastercard, a leading technology company in the global payments industry, and the American Business Council in Dubai (ABC Dubai) hosted senior female executives and industry leaders f …
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UAE firms prepare to file the first VAT return
During the first 100 days of VAT in the UAE, organisations have to navigate various complexities in order to ensure they have a compliant reporting process embedded in the business, said experts at a recent event in Abu Dhabi. Business leaders from the UAE …
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UAE Minister Of Finance Sheikh Hamdan Al Maktoum Opens Gulfood 2018
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, today opened Gulfood 2018, the 23 rd edition of the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade show at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Spread across …
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It’s crucial to prepare children for the next generation of jobs, says Ministry of Finance
The future is already here, and the UAE is certainly keeping up. HE Younis Haji Al-Khoori, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance (MoF), speaks exclusively to Time Out UAE Kids ahead of Innovation Playground. The event, hosted by the MoF in …
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UAE Ministry of Finance Holds Discussions on Fintech, Regtech and PPPs for Healthcare
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) held today two open dialogue sessions titled ‘Fintech and Regtech: Revolutionizing Compliance and Promoting Financial Inclusion’, and ‘Partners in care: PPPs for better Healthcare’. The sessions took place on the …
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Abu Dhabi’s DED closes 15 commercial facilities for price hike violations
The Department of Economic Development, DED, in Abu Dhabi shut down 15 commercial facilities in the emirate during the month of January due to price hikes on goods. The step was taken as part of department’s continuous efforts to follow up on the …
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Shuttle bus between RAK and Dubai airport launches
The service costs Dh20 each way, can be booked online at www.rakshuttle.com and will take customers from terminals 1 and 3 at Dubai International and drop them at all the main hotels in RAK. WiFi, water bottles and maps will be available on board.
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Dubai’s Smart Trees Have Wifi And Can Charge Phones
Saudi Arabia is one proof that a society can be technologically advanced despite the people holding deep religious beliefs. Society, not the mind, is civilised. Saudi Arabia is one proof that a society can be technologically advanced despite the people …
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Pictures: Dubai’s Jumeirah gives first look at Zabeel House hotels
Dubai hotel group Jumeirah has revealed new details of the first … categories with organic amenities, smart pads and included wi-fi, four restaurants and bars, pop-up events, meeting rooms, spa and gym facilities, creative spaces and a rooftop infinity …
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Ultimate Guide to the Best Dubai Hostels (Updated 2018)
As hostels go, this is probably the coolest hostel in Dubai! As you would expect from the UAE BackPacker 16 offers free super-fast WiFi, perfect for staying connected and stirring up the FOMO with your mates back home. As a top youth hostel in Dubai …
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InfiNet Wireless to Showcase Latest Technologies for Mobile and Nomadic Connectivity at MWC 2018
United Arab Emirates – InfiNet Wireless, the global leader in fixed broadband connectivity, today announced that it will be showcasing its latest solutions, for uncompromised connectivity, at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2018. The InfiNet product portfolio …
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Dozens of cyber attacks target UAE Government and companies in January
Norton Security blamed wearable streaming technology and connected in-home devices, like hubs and wireless speaker systems … a cyber-security firm based in Dubai. “Statistics depend on reported numbers,” Mr Suiche said. “Often they are not reported.”
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