Starting today and running until Thursday at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Gitex Technology Week has constantly reinvented itself to attract the best brands in a world that is evolving. New exhibitors at Gitex this year include Google, Amazon Web Services …
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Gitex offer insight into the UAE’s future
The UAE’s future lies in its developing Knowledge Economy, and this week there is no better place to see just how the economy will unfold than at Gitex Technology Week. Since 2015, which the UAE designated as the Year of Innovation, both the government …
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Dubai Judicial Institute Participates in Gitex Technology Week 2017
Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) is participating in the 37 th edition of GITEX Technology Week 2017, one of the largest technology exhibitions in the Middle East, which began yesterday at the Dubai World Trade Center and will run until 12 th October.
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Dubai Embraces Blockchain; The U.S. Prepares for a Forum
Dubai is moving to become a fintech hub in the Middle East (and beyond). Dubai embraces blockchain technology for various financial transactions. Blockchain is increasingly recognized for its potential in the world of business and finance. It offers more …
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Dubai breaks another record in the region
The UAE is taking major steps towards the digitization of its services and has become a pioneer in the region. What are the latest initiatives revealed at GITEX Technology Week, which show the UAE’s adoption of paperless standards and technologies?
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Gitex Technology Week opens with 4,100 companies from 70 countries
Dubai: The 37th Gitex technology Week, the largest ICT exhibition in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, opened doors to trade and businesses on Sunday. The event, which runs until Friday, October 12, was inaugurated by Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin …
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Solar carports project launched in Dubai to drive rooftop solar
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) launched a new project, as part of the Shams Dubai initiative, to install solar carports at authority’s headquarters and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment building. The project is part of Dewa’s …
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Not Only for the Rich: Dubai Targets Backpackers With $8 a Night
While it’s true that Dubai recently gained renown as the city where tourists splash the most cash, it also has room for backpackers — starting at $8 a night. That includes free use of Wifi, a gym, laundry, common area (called “chill zone)”), balcony and …
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Dubai Police unveil flying, autonomous tech at Gitex 2017
Dubai Police unveiled a number of new technologies that are currently developing at this week’s Gitex 2017. The policing authority revealed a flying police bike, currently at concept stage, that is being developed in partnership with a Russian company.
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Gitex brings latest technology solutions to Dubai
The five-day Gitex Technology Week is showcasing live demonstrations of next-generation technology solutions from governments and international companies that will transform the Middle East businesses. The 37th edition opened doors on Sunday and was …
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Artificial Intelligence to grow exponentially in the UAE
Such percentages are significantly higher than the global average, according to Accenture’s Technology Vision 2017 report, which surveyed digital trends across 31 countries worldwide between November and January. Interactions between UAE residents and AI …
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Etisalat Digital: From connectivity provider to digital player
Dubai Expo 2020 is one of these projects that supports the UAE … Targeted at youth, these customised prepaid mobile plans come with free unlimited Wi-Fi, value add-ons, multiple discounts and vouchers from preferred outlets. The young customer can …
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Dust can dramatically reduce effectiveness of solar panels in Arabian peninsula, US study finds
The UAE’s seemingly never-ending sunshine makes it an ideal place to set up solar power plants. However, as is the case elsewhere on the Arabian peninsula, the country also faces challenges when it comes to generating energy from the sun. As anyone who …
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Dubai set to launch new app for all Dubai transport services
will be launched at technology show Gitex which opens on Sunday. The new app will integrate the Road and Transport Authority’s (RTA) metro, tram, buses, waterbus and taxis with the transit services of other parties in Dubai such as the e-Hail, Uber and Careem.
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Dubai makes moves to install solar carports
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has launched a new project to install solar panels in the emirate, Dewa said on Friday. The first two locations for solar carports will be at the Dewa headquarters near Wafi Mall and at the Ministry of Climate …
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The most global and disruptive technology events GITEX Technology Week and GITEX Future Stars open tomorrow
UAE. The worlds’ most global and disruptive technology events, GITEX Technology Week and GITEX Future Stars will bring together a world-class gathering of industry innovators, government leaders, technology creators, and future-forward thinkers beginning …
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Dewa to install solar carports at HQ building
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has launched a new project under its Shams Dubai initiative for installation of solar carports at its headquarters, and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment building. This is part of Dewa’s efforts to …
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