As the economic effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to be felt globally, Abu Dhabi has sought to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with stimulus measures, whilecloud servicesoffered by local data centres are making it easier forpeople to work and study from home. To coincide with the start of Ramadan, the UAE government has begun to relax some Covid-19…
The event is under the patronage of the Ministry of Interior of the UAE. Key governmental decision-makers from across the safety, security, transportation, customs and cybersecurity industries will meet to showcase their visions for the future. Participants will learn about the latest advancements in technology and the most cutting-edge innovations in their respective fields. Learn how AI and machine…
The UAE is at the forefront of developments in the regional telecoms market, boasting one of the highest smart phone penetration rates in the world, a reputation as a testing ground for emergent capabilities, and rapidly developing infrastructures for wireless broadband and fibre-optic services. At the emirate level, the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 established targets for investment in and adoption…
Blockchain – the distributed-ledger technology that underpins cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin – appears set to transform a wide variety of industries and perhaps fundamentally change the way business is conducted across the global economy. While the technology is still taking off, and not everyone is convinced about its potential, many emerging markets are hoping that it will allow them…
The UAE is at the forefront of developments in the regional telecoms market, boasting one of the highest smartphone penetration rates in the world, a reputation as a testing ground for emergent capabilities, and rapidly developing infrastructures for wireless broadband and fibre-optic services. At the emirate level, the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 established targets for investment in and…
The coming years look promising for start-ups in Abu Dhabi, as the number of new start-ups in the region continue to grow and the UAE maintains its dominant role in the field. The “2017 MENA Venture Report”, published by the technology platform MENA bytes, identified 134 investment deals reached in the region in 2017 and valued at $475m. UAE firms secured $400m, or 84% of that sum, led…
Despite lower external demand and a sharp drop in oil prices from mid-2014, Abu Dhabi’s economy has remained resilient, growing by 9.5% in 2017. The emirate is working to consolidate government spending and reshape the economy through a decreased reliance on oil and gas, investing in areas such as research and development, technologically advanced manufacturing and other high value-added industr
Interview:Rauda Al Saadi How is Abu Dhabi transforming digitally to improve government efficiency and interoperability, and what developments can citizens expect soon? RAUDA AL SAADI: Abu Dhabi has been at the forefront of many economic, cultural and environmental transformations, which have helped the emirate take a global and regional leadership position in many fronts. We aspire to be at…
Interview:Saleh Abdullah Al Abdooli In what ways is commercial 5G expected to accelerate digital transformations across the private and public sectors, and improve consumer experiences? SALEH ABDULLAH AL ABDOOLI: Etisalat has demonstrated strong commitment to sustaining its technological leadership by investing in emerging and next-generation technologies. Investment in 5G technologies has…
High mobile uptake, leading smartphone penetration, and rapid expansion of wireless broadband and fibre-optic infrastructure have driven the UAE to the forefront of regional telecoms development. Although mobile tariffs are comparatively high and international volatility has affected operator profits, a recent series of consumer-friendly reforms should help control consumer charges while supporting…