The first robotic officer joined the Dubai Police Force in May 2017. But as robots integrate with humanity, the trend is raising concerns about ethics and security. ( read original story ...)
Blockchain Challenge Dubai Announces Winners- Awarded $45,000
... 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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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. ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)
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 ... ( read original story ...)