The Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (APICORP) on Monday announced its investment towards the Series A shares of Yellow Door Energy, a UAE-based solar power developer. The funds, as part of a co…
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UAE continues to provide robust support to startups
There is also a growing participation from the automotive industry with several partners showcasing their electric vehicles and mobility technology. The Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of the Dubai C…
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Dubai Ruler extends Arabic e-learning platform to remote communities
speakers and WiFi hotspot device. “The initiative is the first phase of plans to cover remote areas across the Arab World,” said Sheikh Mohammed, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. He …
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Australian Space Agency signs partnership with UAE space agency
The focus of the partnership will be on communications, robots, technology and even space medicine in the short-term. Mr Murfett said Australia was also “watching with interest” as the UAE prepares to …
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Ripple’s payment technology will not be used by UAE but will encourage and educate commercial banks to use it
Mohsen AlZahrani, VP Strategy & Excellence at SAUDI PAYMENTS mentioned that two banks in the UAE will go live using Ripple’s payment solutions. He also confirmed that central banks will not use Ripple …
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Dubai Airports aims to eliminate queues as it rebrands
The new brand, with a fresh logo bearing the letters DXB, will see the operator enhance technology at the city’s two airports and launch new retail concepts there. Dubai Airports said it aims to …
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Dubai Has A New Bus Route To… Muscat, Oman
The bus will be making pick-ups from two bus stations and Dubai Airport (Terminal 2). The ride takes a reasonable six hours, stopping in a bunch of towns in Oman and at Muscat’s airport. The buses are …
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How Dubai connects with the future
Dubai is confidently taking a lead in connecting with the future driven by technology, innovation and disruption. The signing of the recent agreement, in the presence of Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad …
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The Middle East’s Startup Hub: Making Dubai A Launchpad For Innovation
Related: Top Companies Announce Deals With Winners Of The Third Edition Of Dubai Startup Hub’s Market Access Initiatives such as the STEP Conference and GITEX Technology Week also provide digital nati…
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Deal 2019 Dubai to showcase technology concepts aimed at African markets
The Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure exhibition (Deal) 2019 show set to take place in Dubai will look to showcase robots, drones, and virtual reality concepts aimed at African markets.
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Look: Police unveil wireless sniper in UAE
Wam Image Credit: Ajman Police unveiled the UAE’ first wireless sniper that’s equipped with an air gun. Ajman: Police have unveiled a potential new member to its squad – a wireless vehicle …
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Quarter of all transport in UAE ‘will be automated’ by 2030
First things first – RTA stated that every single Dubai taxi will have free wifi by the end of 2019, which means you’ll always have directions on the internet to help you find your way. The future of …
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Will these UAE homes reduce electricity bills? Dubai completes installation of solar panels in 554 villas in Hatta
Solar panels installed on the roofs of villas in Hatta. Image Credit: Contributed Dubai: A number of consumers in the UAE could see their energy bills drop as solar panels have recently been …
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Funding to accelerate for UAE tech companies
Funding for UAE technology companies, which reached $1 billion in 2016, will accelerate amid continuing interest from foreign investors and more exits, according to a survey. Currently, the UAE – the …
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Samsung vice chairman meets UAE crown price
Lee Jae-yong, vice chairman of Samsung Electronics, has met with United Arab Emirates Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss ways to cooperate in the technology sector, official r…
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OPPO shakes Smartphone market with new Dubai hub
The opening is part of OPPO’s global growth strategy and recognizes Dubai’s unique position as a regional nexus for business and technology innovation. The new hub will be OPPO’s base for Middle East’ …
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Sheikh Hamdan: Our goal is make Dubai ’10 years ahead of world cities’
Dubai is seeking to address this issue by introducing the Hyperloop as well as the RTA’s proposed air taxi initiative, he said. “The future is not just about technology, it is about the human …
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