“Dubai stands out as a preferred destination for business, work and tourism, which has transformed our society into a rich and diverse mix of cultures and nationalities,” Dr Bin Bishr added. “When we launched Smart Dubai three years ago, we sought to ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai Police to establish smart stations in free zones
Dubai free zone operator TECOM Group has announced an agreement with Dubai Police to establish three automated smart police stations in key areas. The stations will be located across Dubai Design District (d3), Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) and ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai Economy launches Sharia-compliant smart programme
The programme was launched by Khalid Al Kassim, Assistant Director General for Executive Affairs in Dubai Economy; and Haitham Al Refaie, Tawreeq Holdings Group Chief Executive Officer. “Innovative solutions that enhance ease of business and ensure ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai Scot jailed for three months for public indecency
The businessman who made the complaint against Mr Harron later withdrew it, but prosecutors in Dubai continued with the case. News of the three-month sentence was released by campaign group Detained in Dubai, which has been supporting Mr Herron. ( read original story ...)
Abu Dhabi’s launch of short-selling set to attract big investors
The stocks include FAB, the country’s biggest lender, the telecom operator Etisalat, the lender Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank and the developer Aldar Properties. The launch of short-selling “is further evidence of the strong commitment towards structurally ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai’s Schon Properties opens office in Jordan
RELATED ARTICLES: Phase 1 of Schon Properties’ $871m Dubai development sold out | Aecom wins contract for Jordan’s King Hussein Medical City expansion | Saudi group bags funding for solar project in Jordan Dubai-based property developer, Schon ... ( read original story ...)
REPORT: Where apartment value has dropped the most in Dubai
The Q3 Dubai Real Estate Report found that Dubai Marina witnessed the greatest decline, falling by 19 percent. Downtown Dubai followed with 18 percent while Sports City and Bur Dubai followed with 16 percent. The report compared the year-on-year rate of ... ( read original story ...)
Rise in off-plan property sales in Dubai delaying market recovery
The rise in residential off-plan property sales in Dubai may now delay the recovery of the overall market, according to a new report by ValuStrat. The majority of residential transactions in the third quarter of the year came from the sales of off-plan ... ( read original story ...)
What residents have to say about Dubai government apps
Ahead of October 26, Gulf News speaks to residents on their engagement with Dubai smart government services and how it is enabling them to experience a happier, more convenient, enhanced lifestyle. Tariq Fahd Qaqish, 47, managing director, asset management ... ( read original story ...)
Dubai police online services keep city safe, efficient
Dubai Police is one of the important government bodies offering many of its services on digital platforms. Services from paying traffic fines and reporting minor traffic accidents to tipping off police about a crime and applying for a good conduct ... ( read original story ...)