CHECK OUT Emirates to Launch Services from Dubai to Santiago de Chile via Sao Paulo in July 2018 “Our goal is to get greener faster,” said Michael Ibbitson, Executive Vice President, Infrastructure & Technology. “Together we have pledged to buy …
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Here’s how you can use free WiFi in UAE
You can stay connected for free by using WiFi UAE, a network that enables people to get internet access in public areas. The WiFi UAE is available and can be used by people owning WiFi-capable devices, within the WiFi UAE hotspots. Below is a map of …
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Big 5 Solar expo to kick off in November
The Big 5 Solar, a premier event for solar industry in Dubai, UAE, will be back this year from November 26 to 29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, following a successful launch edition in 2017. Deals worth a total $70.9 million were signed during The Big 5 …
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People v. Technology in the future of the global workplace
the UAE Minister of AI, who not surprisingly brought a different and fresh point of view to the question of what delivers greater return: investing in people or technology. In his interview on CNN International from WEF, Minister Olama reminded us that …
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Al Naboodah Group in Dubai Expands Into Solar Energy
Al Naboodah Group Enterprises (ANGE), one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family conglomerates with a diverse portfolio of businesses, is entering the solar energy space with the launch of its newest business stream, under Al Naboodah Electrics.
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Europcar Dubai Introduces WiFi Rentals
Europcar Dubai, the leading car rental company in Dubai and northern UAE, continues to invest in the latest technologies to improve customers’ experience with the new introduction of WiFi rentals in various rental locations. Now passengers can enjoy Hi …
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UAE Press: KhalifaSat, a symbol of Emirati excellence
KhalifaSat, set to be launched later this year following a series of rigorous tests, is set to catapult the Arab region into a new era of space industry outlining the outstanding capabilities UAE youth have acquired in space technologies, a UAE newspaper …
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Skype banned in UAE? Just teleport yourself to chat with loved ones
The honorary professor at Amity University and founder of Dubai Solar Schools, David Provenzani, said humans will be able to teleport anywhere through holographic figures of themselves. The virtual meetings can be recorded, which means users can send or …
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Dubai hospital invests in new tech to save premature babies
Emirates Hospital, a subsidiary of Emirates Healthcare, has announced it has invested AED10 million ($2.7 million) in advanced technology for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The new NICU services at Emirates Hospital in Jumeirah, Dubai will make …
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UAE authorities urge caution when investing in crypto ICOs
The UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) is warning investors to be cautious about digital, toke-based fundraising activities or fundraising schemes, including initial coin offerings (ICOs) and token presales or crowd sales. In a statement …
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Revealed: Professionals in demand in UAE, Middle East this year
Among candidates within the information technology field, the outlook looks good as well, and this is partly because companies prepare for Dubai’s hosting of the World Expo in 2020, and organisations are encouraged to undergo a digital transformation.
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Nearly Dh4 billion lost in the UAE to cybercrime in 2017
People in the UAE may feel safe online, but hackers have proven anything but. They stole Dh3.86 billion from 3.72 million consumers in the country over the past year, according to the recently released 2017 Norton Cyber Security Insights Report.
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Emirates in global top three for WiFi access
The Routehappy 2018 WiFi Report placed the Dubai carrier behind Delta and American. It is one of 13 airlines – which also includes Etihad and Kuwait – offering WiFi on 100 percent of long haul flights. Worldwide, 82 airlines offer in-flight WiFi — 12 …
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Dubai: ‘best Wi-Fi’ access list includes Emirates
(MENAFN) Emirates has been included among thirteen airlines that provide 100% WiFi access on board in the Routehappy 2018 WiFi Report. Satellite-based broadband services are those that are recognized as the “best Wi-Fi”, for instance, systems which ViaSat …
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Dear Airports With Free Wifi: Up Your Game
That’s not the case everywhere, though there are plenty of airports where I think you can have a great experience as an economy passenger (Dubai, San Francisco, Singapore, etc.). One of the big improvements we’ve seen is free airport wifi becoming more …
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UAE mangroves the largest in the Gulf, study finds
After decades of conservation, the mangroves in the UAE have grown to become the largest in the Arabian Gulf coast, according to a new study. Analysis of satellite images acquired from the King Abdul-Aziz City for Science and Technology recently published …
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Alma Retreat: How a desert wellness camp is changing the UAE’s glitzy reputation
They’re just not very Dubai. Which is where Ras al-Khaimah comes in … and intricately patterned electric lamp add a little luxury, and while there’s no wifi, those who can’t face a digital detox can charge their tech. Every cabin has a roofless …
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