… has announced the results of the first Blockchain Challenge at the Dubai Design District (D3), awarding a total of $45,000 to the most promising solutions using Blockchain technology from 21 international startups. The winning start-ups now have an …
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Solar panels to power four UAE malls
Dubai: Shopping mall owners Majid Al Futtaim Properties are set to install thousands of new solar panels at four of its malls to reduce the equivalent carbon emissions of taking 700 cars off the road, it was announced on Wednesday. According to a joint …
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Dubai launches smart city accelerator – another step forward for UAE based technology start-ups
Julia Ofer provides an overview of options available for creative minds to realise their creative ideas with support of the UAE technology ecosystem. On 1 June Dubai Silicon Oasis (“DSO”) Authority, together with its strategic partners Emirates …
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FMS Tech wins Dubai Taxi Corporation deal
Dubai Taxi Corporation has awarded a major contract to UAE-based Fleet Management Systems and Technologies (FMS Tech) and its business partner Technologica for supply and installation of the company’s telematics device on its limousine fleet. FMS Tech is a …
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Now sleep n fly in Igloo pods introduced at Dubai Airport; what is this innovative new facility for travellers
The Dubai airport, one of the busiest airports in the world, is getting more comfortable for travellers due to its innovative methods. Dubai International Airport has introduced innovative pods for passengers flying from there.
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24-hour solar power is possible for Mena
The possibility of cheap 24-hour solar power hitting Dubai means it may dominate the region’s power markets sooner than expected. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) announced bids on Monday for its fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al …
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beIN Sports blocked in the UAE as diplomatic row with Qatar deepens
DUBAI // Qatari broadcasters beIN Sports and Al Jazeera have been blocked in the UAE after a diplomatic stand-off between the countries came to a head. The sports channels and news channels were off air from Monday night as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain …
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Dubai set for world’s cheapest night-time solar power
World Environment Day featured record-low solar bids submitted for Dubai’s upcoming project that will allow the sun to power thousands of homes at night. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) announced yesterday the prices from four …
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Four consortiums in race for Dubai solar park Phase IV
Four international consortiums have submitted bids to Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) for the 200MW Concentrated Solar Power plant being developed as part of the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The lowest …
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This New Accelerator In Dubai Wants To Make Cities Smarter
It will start with 40 startups. Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) has launched Dubai Smart City Accelerator at Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (DTEC). The accelerator programme is targeting startups that are developing innovative solutions to help …
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Emirati leads tech revolution in semiconductors
The semiconductor technique could also be used in the space industry, an area in which the UAE has a growing interest. So thanks to Dr Al Mansouri and his colleagues, many areas of technology could be poised for a big step forward.
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UAE homes most connected
Launching an app or digital solution is now a routine in the UAE, as the young and old both embrace tech-savvy lifestyle which is redefining future digital spectrum. Leading analysts from Digital McKinsey and Euromonitor International in their recent …
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Canadian Solar to Supply 268MW Modules to Dubai Solar Park
Canadian Solar Inc.CSIQ recently secured a module supply order from the Dubai Water and Electricity Authority (DEWA). Per the terms, the company will be the sole supplier of double-glass modules for completing the first phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al …
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Bluetooth 5 sets stage for future of wireless technology
Dubai: Bluetooth, a wireless technology standard for exchanging data over short distances, has improved with the 5.0 version and has set the stage for the future by enabling simple and effortless interactions across the vast range of connected devices.
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Dubai Smart City Accelerator aims to work with 40 start-ups
launched Dubai Smart City Accelerator at Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (Dtec) on Wednesday. The Dubai Smart City Accelerator, which is the first of its kind in the Mena region, was set-up with Dh18.4 million investment from six strategic partners …
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ADX hosts six AGMs using blockchain technology
Dubai: The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) recently held annual general meetings (AGMs) for six listed companies (two private joint stock companies and four public joint stock companies) using Blockchain technology. The move enhanced transparency and …
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Canadian Solar to supply panels for Dubai project
More than 800,000 solar panels will be needed to complete the first wave of the Masdar-led project to build the third phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum solar park in Dubai. Canadian Solar this month began production and shipping of the 22,000 …
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