Abu Dhabi

  • Innovation hub in Abu Dhabi opens new horizon for tech start-ups

    Located within the heart of the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), the Block 7 Innovation Hub will cater to key sectors like healthcare, computer science, robotics, mobility, and renewable energy. This ultra-modern infrastructure includes dedicated IT facilities, smart office complexes, exhibition centers, as well as retail and entertainment spaces.

  • It's official: Abu Dhabi has its own virtual identity

    Under the supervision of the Higher Committee of Digital Government in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the Department of Government Support (DGS) represented by the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority (ADDA) has announced the official internet top level domain name for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, ".abudhabi", which represents the digital identity of the emirate in the virtual world, promoting it locally, regionally and internationally across the tourism, culture and economy sectors.

  • LIBF awards Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh with honorary award

    The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) has accorded an honorary Master’s Degree award to His Excellency Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of State (UAE) and Executive Chairman of Abu Dhabi Global Market, during its annual graduation ceremony held at the Guildhall in central London.

  • Masdar City Pioneers Autonomous Vehicle Testing

    Masdar City Autonomous Vehicle

    Masdar City has officially initiated testing of innovative autonomous vehicles, a transformative approach to advancing sustainable urban transportation.

  • Middle East airport to generate LED lighting

    Abu Dhabi International airport is set to launch a ‘first of its kind’ interactive walkway, which will convert the footsteps of passengers into electricity.

  • Nissan claims electrification is the future and the present at Mobility Conference

    Nissan has claimed that electrification is the future and the present of the automotive industry. The Japanese car manufacturing colossus made the declaration at the first edition of ‘The Mobility Conference' which was held at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.

  • The UAE: an abundance of smart cities

    We are in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution, the most advanced revolution of all time which has been driven by the creation and adoption of emerging technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as Augmented/Virtual reality (AR/VR), among others.

  • TRA says its strategic focus is to promote a safe cyber culture in the UAE

    The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) announced today its participation at RSA® Conference 2017 Abu Dhabi, the region's premier security conference and exposition, which aims to connect attendees with the people and insights that will empower them to stay ahead of cyber threats.

  • UAE introduce incentives to encourage motorists to buy ‘electric vehicles’

    The UAE Ministry of Energy has launched an incentive program designed to encourage motorists to buy electric vehicles - as part of the nation's long-term plan for electrification. The incentive program aims to tempt motorists to go electric by introducing zero-carbon emissions electric vehicles through green bank loans, green insurance plans and attractive and affordable prices for electric vehicles.

  • US tech giants open innovation center in the Middle East

    IBM has formally announced the launch of its Innovation and Industry Client Center in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Inaugurated under the patronage of the Abu Dhabi Government, the center aims to fast track the digital transformation of both public and private organizations through advanced technologies in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud, blockchain, security, analytics, Internet of Things and quantum computing.

  • WGS 2017 – Tesla launches in UAE as CEO predicts future of mass autonomy

    US electrical car maker Tesla has launched its services in the UAE - following an official announcement by Tesla CEO, Elon Musk at the World Government Summit. Tesla has initiated operations in Dubai, and also disclosed plans to open a shop and service station in Abu Dhabi next year.