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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Where to stay in Dubai
971 4 428 2000 Cheaper than some and in a good location 20 minutes from all areas of Dubai, these digs are small and squeaky clean. Each room comes with international TV channels, fridge, kettle with tea and coffee, Wi-Fi and cleaning services. You have to …
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SaudiGulf Airlines approved for activation of WIFI Internet services
The successful implementation of the WIFI service further illustrates the elevated level … flights in March to include a twice daily flight between Riyadh and Dubai.
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UAE postpones good conduct requirement for some workers
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has delayed the implementation of a new good conduct certificate requirement for some workers until June, according to reports. It applies to all foreigners seeking work in the UAE but not those …
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UAE ranks first among nine economic indices of global competitiveness reports
He noted that these results represent a strong reflection of the Ministry’s efforts in cooperating with its partners to develop a national business environment and increase the UAE’s attractiveness across various fields of investment, trade and tourism.
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Dubai wealth fund said to seek $1bn loan
The loan was priced at a spread of 215 basis points over benchmark rates. HSBC Holdings, Citigroup, Standard Chartered, Emirates NBD and Dubai Islamic Bank were among lenders that provided the original loan.
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Emirates NBD Bank : Possible Saudi MSCI inclusion, Aramco IPO to spur Gulf equities
two developments the UAE lender is banking on to drive a turnaround for Gulf equities and result in a huge “wave” of money flowing into capital markets. Gulf equities have been laggards in terms of performance compared to their emerging or developed …
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Nasdaq Dubai launches futures on ADX to attract investors
The index provides a benchmark of the overall performance of the ADX market which is the second largest in the GCC by market capitalisation and includes First Abu Dhabi Bank, Eshraq Properties … latest expansion of Nasdaq Dubai’s futures market …
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Emirates NBD Bank : RTA, Emirates NBD endorse plan for payment of fines and seasonal parking cards in instalments
DUBAI, 19th February, 2018 (WAM) — The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, in Dubai and the Emirates National Bank of Dubai, Emirates NBD, have agreed on an initiative whereby fines payable by road users to the RTA and fees of seasonal parking cards can …
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Strong growth in core income drives higher quarterly profits at UAE’s largest banks
Moody’s report, which was published today focuses on key takeaways from the Q4 2017 results of the four largest banks in the United Arab Emirates(UAE): First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC (FAB, Aa3/Aa3 Stable, a3), Emirates NBD PJSC (ENBD, A3/A3 Stable, ba1), Abu …
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