UAE Central Bank outlines the risks of virtual asset management
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has issued an instruction outlining the risks involved in dealing with virtual assets and virtual service providers (VASPs). The new rules in the instruction are expected to strengthen controls on money laundering and terrorist financing. They are aimed at licensed financial institutions
U-Ask platform on the official UAE government portal
The U-Ask platform, a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence technology, is available on the official portal of the United Arab Emirates government. The platform allows users to access information on public services in Arabic and English. Minister of State for Government Development and Future and chairman of the Higher Committee
Medicine delivery drones introduced in Dubai
Dubai has tested drones capable of delivering medicines to those in need. The project was initiated by Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai Silicon Oasis to improve the efficiency of logistics services. The medication was delivered to the patient's home, the drone successfully covered a distance of 10 km. The new
DEF unveils exciting events
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced the exciting line-up for the annual Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2023 (DEF). DEF will take place from 21-25 June at the Dubai Expo Centre's South Pavilions, Expo City Dubai. DEF 2023 will be open exclusively to schools through online registration from
Committee to study non-Muslim religious activities established
The United Arab Emirates establishes a committee to study and classify non-Muslim religious activities, rituals and customs existing in the country. The idea is contained in a draft federal law approved by the UAE Federal National Council. The draft law seeks to promote the values of tolerance and contains requirements
UAE breeds ‘heat-tolerant’ bees
The United Arab Emirates has created a new breed of heat-tolerant bees that can withstand severe climatic conditions, including temperatures as high as 50 degrees Celsius. This is how the UAE is adapting local farming to the weather conditions. Back in the days of the pandemic, UAE residents started taking
Dubai Sports Excellence Model winners to receive awards
The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has announced that the 9th edition of the Dubai Sports Excellence Model Awards Programme will be held at Al-Jawhara Hall in Madinat Jumeirah on 22 June 2023 to honour the winners who have achieved achievements in 11 competition categories over the last two sports