Saudi Arabian Airlines now offers guests flying to 47 international destinations the option to connect onto its Wi-Fi service. On six of these routes, to Los Angeles, Washington, New York, London Heathrow, Manchester and Dubai, passengers in Guest Class …
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Dubai’s DEWA to cooperate with Masdar and EDF on renewable energy projects
The solar park contributes to achieving the objectives of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to provide 75 per cent of Dubai’s total …
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SMEs set to play key role in UAE’s space programme – official
“But also, we can get graduates to come with STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) backgrounds, to start opening their own businesses which would support the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre and the UAE Space Agency,” he added. “Instead …
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Dubizzle acquires two Dubai-based companies
“We are proud to invest in their people, technology and future,” he added. “These acquisitions are a testament to our drive to be the number one property platform in the UAE and puts us at the forefront of market innovation.” Dubizzle’s …
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This DIY ‘hack’ will make your Wi-Fi stronger – and it genuinely works
If this sounds familiar, you have a few options: moving your bed directly into the living room, making it unliveable for the rest of your family; you could buy one of those Wi-Fi extender things; OR, you could put a little tinfoil hat on your router …
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Dubai’s DEWA appoints robot staff in customer centres
“We keep up to date with the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and take advantage of disruptive technologies in various fields, develop AI, Robotics, IoT, 3D printing and by supporting the Dubai 10X initiative, to propel Dubai towards the future, making it 10 …
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UAE, Germany to collaborate on space exploration expertise
DUBAI: The UAE Space Agency is collaborating with the German Aerospace Center to share research information, technology and regulation, state news agency WAM has reported. The two bodies signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Thursday, that will see the …
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Tristar Group deploys blockchain technology revolutionising its logistics business
Dubai – UAE: Tristar Group announced a milestone in its digital transformation strategy as it unveiled a ground-breaking Proof of Concept (POC) using blockchain technology. Transparency in the supply chain has always been difficult to achieve, but Tristar …
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Logistics Giant Teams Up With Dubai Startup On Implementing Blockchain Tech
Tristar’s blockchain implementation was executed by Dubai-based Block Gemini Technologies. Tristar Group has teamed up with Dubai-based startup Block Gemini Technologies to develop a Proof of Concept (POC) that it says will use blockchain technology to …
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HFTP and Naseba Set Final Details for Inaugural HITEC Dubai Event
are bringing the world’s largest and oldest Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference(HITEC®) brand to Dubai, UAE for the first time. HITEC Dubai will take place from November 14-15, 2017 at the Conrad Dubai in Dubai, UAE – serving as …
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Lord heads to Dubai, with an eye on scouting foreign technology
Ellen Lord, seen here in a file photo, will be the top American at the Dubai Air Show. (Alan Lessig/Staff) WASHINGTON – When the Pentagon’s top acquisition official hits the show floor at next week’s Dubai Air Show, she will be keeping a keen eye out …
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Technology to boost new wave of SMEs in UAE
The UAE is primed for a new wave of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) development led by innovation and technology, according to a new report titled ‘Charting the Future of SMEs in the UAE’. The report was launched on the sidelines of the SME …
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Dubai’s DEWA inks deal for phase 3 of giant solar park
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with both Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) and Électricité de France (EDF) to promote cooperation in developing and financing the 800MW third phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al …
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UAE, India keen to expand ties in space, renewables
I see the potential for advanced technology and small and medium enterprises too. I think the established joint fund will also play a vital role in strengthening those sectors to a higher level. We want to build the UAE on a knowledge-based economy,” he added.
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Butti Saeed Al Ghandi Inaugurates Middle East Cleaning Technology Week 2017
H.E. Butti Saeed Al Ghandi, Second Vice-Chairman of the Dubai World Trade Centre, today inaugurated the 5 th Middle East Cleaning Technology Week (MECTW) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). With over 130 companies participating, MECTW is expected to …
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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority continues smart transformation and tests blockchain
DEWA is also piloting a blockchain initiative for electric vehicles (EVs) in its Green Charger services project for customers in Dubai, she said. Mustafawi said DEWA is adopting smart and innovative technology because it wants to help businesses …
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10 Startups From All Over The World Are Joining Dubai’s First Ever Islamic Lifestyle Bootcamp
Ten startups have made the cut for the first Islamic Lifestyle Mini Bootcamp that will run from November 12 to 16 at the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Centre (Dtec), the technology incubator within Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). Organizers of the mini bootcamp …
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