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Dubai buildings
Dubai launches digital real estate analytics platform with detailed building information on rent, apartment sizes, investments and more
Dubai Municipality launches Building Intelligence Platform with data to support investors, planners and property stakeholders
Arabic
Roblox launches Arabic version
Roblox adds Arabic language support as platform sees massive growth in MENA region
Dubai
WGS 2024: RTA inks MoU with Etihad Rail for ticket issuing system
RTA is to develop the booking and payment solutions system through its nol card system
interest rates
WGS 2024: IMF chief says global interest rates to decline by 40% by mid-2024
Georgieva praised the UAE’s readiness to use AI technologies and commended the nation for its foresight to establish a ministry for artificial intelligence in 2017 at a time of global reluctance on this matter
Dubai
WGS 2024: UAE’s ATRC to allocate $200mn fund to accelerate innovation for developing nations
The Platform will invite applications from governments, organisations, and eligible stakeholders from all over the world, prioritizing collaboration, and inclusivity
Aviation
WGS 2024: Dubai Municipality signs agreement with global companies to produce sustainable aviation fuel
Under the MoU, Dubai Municipality is required to supply a specific amount of municipal solid waste per day, which may include a combination of organic waste and green hydrogen produced from sewage treatment
Dubai
WGS 2024: Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed, World Bank President discuss global economic issues
The leaders explored strategies to enhance the global business environment by drawing upon the UAE’s experience in creating an attractive business climate for investors locally, regionally and internationally
Double taxation
UAE, Kuwait ink pact on avoiding double taxation
The agreement is part of the process of economic and financial integration and the free movement of capital between the two countries
Jobs
UAE hosts major labour conference for Asian countries; Sri Lanka, Oman, Philippines and Saudi present worker initiatives
Ministers of labour and human resources from across Asia discuss future labour plans in the UAE
Artificial intelligence
Microsoft to highlight responsible approach for AI-powered government services at World Government Summit 2024
Governments across the Middle East have embarked on a transformative journey in recent years, harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to revolutionise public services for their residents
digital economy
UAE’s AI Office announces partnership with Vista to advance the local digital economy
The two will collaborate to drive digital transformation for local enterprises and governments through dialogue and discussions around the adoption of new technologies
bankrupt
Tesla was on the ‘verge of bankruptcy’, says Musk at World Government Summit 2023
Elon Musk spoke to attendees at the Summit in Dubai
AI tutor
UAE announces launch of AI tutor to enhance learning, education
The announcement was made at the World Government Summit 2023
Artificial intelligence
UAE identifies 5 global challenges: climate change, population growth, AI and more
UAE minister highlights trillion-dollar threats and opportunities facing the world in coming decades
Dubai
World Government Summit 2023 in Dubai: Elon Musk, IMF, UN, WEF to speak at major event
Dubai will Host World Government Summit from February 13-15, more than 10,000 officials, leaders and thinkers expected
Arab Monetary Fund
Dubai to host Arab Fiscal Forum next week
UAE Ministry of Finance, AMF and IMF will also jointly organise 3 dialogue sessions on the sidelines of the 2023 edition of the World Government Summit