The UAE’s Supreme Committee for Government Digital Transformation has organized the third edition of the Digital Readiness Forum. This event brought together around 1 000 leaders and officials from various government ministries to discuss the future of digital government models. Credit: WAM During the forum, participants engaged in discussions focused on enhancing digital transformation efforts...
The Emirates Charitable Association has officially launched its Eid al-Adha campaign for the year 1446 AH / 2025. This initiative aims to create a significant impact within the community by providing support and assistance to those in need during the festive season. Credit: WAM The campaign is designed to promote charitable giving and encourage community...
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Justice Walid Al-Samaani met with Japan’s Minister of Justice Keisuke Suzuki in Tokyo to discuss strengthening judicial ties between their countries. During this official visit, Al-Samaani showcased the Kingdom’s recent legal and judicial reforms, which are backed by the Saudi leadership. He highlighted initiatives such as specialized legislation designed to provide...
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has partnered with e& to implement early fire detection systems in residential homes. This initiative aims to enhance safety measures by installing, operating, and managing fire detection technologies that can alert homeowners to potential fire hazards. Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office The collaboration is particularly focused on providing advanced...
The United Arab Emirates has introduced Estafser, a smart digital platform designed to transform how residents manage their travel and legal affairs. This innovative tool provides instant access to travel ban status, court cases, and financial claims. As part of a broader initiative aimed at creating a fully digital and citizen-centric government, Estafser enables users...
The General Department of Criminal Investigation (CID) at Dubai Police has signed a series of strategic Memoranda of Understanding during the World Police Summit 2025. These agreements highlight Dubai Police’s dedication to enhancing collaboration in technical innovation, community awareness, and security partnerships. According to WAM, the MoUs were established with various partners from both the...
The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced that its official smart application, MOI UAE (moiuae), will undergo a scheduled system upgrade, leading to a temporary suspension of services on Sunday, May 18, from 6 AM to 12 AM. This upgrade aims to enhance digital service performance and strengthen cybersecurity measures for users across the UAE....
Eid Al Adha is approaching, and the UAE government has confirmed that residents will enjoy a four-day public holiday to celebrate. The break will commence with Arafat Day on Dhu Al Hijjah 9, followed by the festivities of Eid Al Adha on Dhu Al Hijjah 10, 11, and 12. Current predictions suggest that Arafat Day...
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has introduced a new trade name issuance service that uses artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This initiative marks a significant advancement in the Department’s digital transformation efforts and aims to enhance the service experience for both individuals and businesses. The new service represents a major change in how procedures are...
Dubai is introducing a Golden Residency Visa specifically for professionals in the gaming industry. If you are familiar with the gaming code “Up, Down, Up, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start,” you might be eligible for this 10-year visa that allows long-term residency in the UAE without frequent renewals. This visa is part...