Author: Web Desk
The launch of the National Agricultural Museum in the UAE will celebrate the nation’s important farming history. The UAE Agricultural Exhibition, organized for May 28 to 31 at the Adnec Centre in Al Ain, was the reason for the early announcement. As an interactive educational place, the museum uses advanced technology and storytelling to cover the UAE’s agricultural history, from its beginnings before the union to its recent progress powered by new ideas. Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, made the announcement of the initiative. The exact place has not been revealed yet, but…
It is not just a hypothetical anymore—you can now use cryptocurrency to buy property in Dubai. From 2025 on, the top developers and brokers in the UAE have started allowing buyers to purchase residential and commercial real estate using Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and stablecoins including USDT. Because Dubai takes a forward-looking approach to regulating blockchain and virtual assets, it has become a top city for cryptocurrency use. The creation of VARA in 2022 and its ongoing cooperation with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) guarantee that buying or selling property using crypto is legitimate, safe and according to UAE law.…
The emirate of Dubai has now opened the biggest visa application centre in the world which can process up to 10,000 application requests each day, strengthening its position in the worlds of business and international travel. At Wafi City, VFS Global has a huge flagship Visa Application Centre staffed by more than 400 trained personnel from different countries who help over 200 nationalities with their visa applications. With this initiative, the Al Dafrah Emirati will help Dubai reach its D33 goals to double its economy during the next ten years. The new centre reflects Dubai’s modern and futuristic achievements in…
UAE shares drone cybersecurity guidelines for the industry. The council formulates guidelines for using drones in the country. A drone designed for cybersecurity in the UAE. The UAE Cybersecurity Council is developing guidelines related to drone use in the country. The UAE Cybersecurity Council (CSC) stated that it has collaborated with Reach Digital and Shieldworkz to put together the country’s official Drone Cybersecurity Guidelines. The announcement shows how the UAE’s vision for the future is bringing about tangible changes to make the nation more prepared for cyber security, digital transformation, and to become a top destination for innovation and…
WeRide has carried out the first robotaxi trial in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi, with the cars running on streets on their own without anyone else in the car. By taking this move, the UAE is making big progress toward smarter mobility. This coming quarter, WeRide will expand its service to include Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, in addition to its current areas on Yas Island, Saadiyat Island and the routes to Zayed International Airport, started in 2021. Jennifer Li, CFO and Head of International at WeRide, said, “We are proud to be the first company to…
The UAE has taken the next important step in remaking its transportation by confirming that Etihad Rail’s passenger trains will start operating in 2026. The new high-speed railway will make it possible for anyone to travel between major cities in the UAE in minutes. Thanks to a recent announcement from Etihad Rail, the new passenger train will cut the travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai from one hour and 30 minutes to a much faster 30 minutes. When finished, it is predicted that the railway will add AED145 billion (USD 39.5 billion) in value to the UAE’s economy during…
In a strategic decision to enhance the governance and future growth of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council has announced appointment of key people for major Dubai government entities. The appointments were after obtaining the nod of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Some of the key changes include; appointment of Dr. Alawi Alsheikh Ali as the Director General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). In turn, Sheikh Hamdan congratulated on his appointment as…
Dubai’s Department of Finance (DOF) has made a pioneering step to develop its digital finance terrain as it signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)with global cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com to allow customers to pay government service fees using the cryptocurrencies. This critical step underscores the Dubai Cashless Strategy and makes Dubai a world pioneer in financial innovation. Made at the sidelines of Dubai FinTech Summit 2025, the deal was formalized in front of top government representatives such as Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai and Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh Director General of DOF. The signing…
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince and the Chairman of The Executive Council awarded the esteemed Hamdan Flag to the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs for his excellent service under the Services 360 policy. The honor marks the Directorate’s continuous effort to make its services easy to use, well integrated and ready for upcoming challenges. The Dubai’s government entities were honored with an awardee during the annual awards ceremony which took place as part of the Hamdan bin Mohammed Programme for Government Services. 997 government serving were revamped under the services…
The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) brought a fruitful showcase to an end at GISEC Global 2025 during the period from May 6 to 8, by launching a number of high-tech cybersecurity initiatives to strengthen Dubai’s digital resilience and prepare for technology-related challenges of the future. As a government cybersecurity partner for the last eight consecutive years, DESC utilized its platform at GISEC to emphasize the company’s commitment to secure digital transformation. The Centre’s focus on three major pillars remains on the strategy: strengthening digital infrastructure, training national cyber还tielizi，并推动国际合作。 Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani, CEO of DESC, highlighted increasing leadership by…