Robust data protection safeguards found in place The European Commission has concluded its review of 11 existing adequacy decisions, initially adopted under the EU data protection legislation preceding the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The commission’s report, released on January 15, 2024, affirms that personal data transferred from the European Union to
WEF launches Global Alliance for Women’s Health A newly released report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) has revealed that closing the health gap facing women worldwide could result in a $1 trillion annual boost to the global economy by 2040. The report, titled ‘Closing the Women’s Health Gap: A $1 Trillion Opportunity to Improve […]
Locations are Business Bay Crossing and Al Safa South Dubai emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority is introducing two new automatic toll gates (Salik) at Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Safa South in Dubai City. The two new toll gates – to be operated by Salik Company – […]
The Danish company is a first mover in this regard Milestone Systems – a leading provider of data-driven video technology software for security and other allied applications – has confirmed that the company has voluntarily signed and will implement the G7 Code of Conduct for advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. On October 30, 2023, the […]
Alpha-numeric passcodes are key to robust digital security Did you know a hacker can crack a 12-number passcode in merely seconds? In this context, the Repocket team has released new research about the perils of numeric-only passcodes and the consequential vulnerability of smartphones. Repocket operates a large-scale proxy network that provides access to IP addresses […]
If not, you could face a fine of AED400 The Unemployment Insurance Scheme launched by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers three consecutive months of financial assistance to UAE residents and Emiratis employed in the Arab Gulf state’s private and federal government sectors who lose their jobs due to reasons other than disciplinary action or […]
The bid submission deadline is February 13, 2024 FIFA has unveiled an invitation to tender (ITT) for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and FIFA World Cup 2030 men’s tournaments for France, Monaco, Andorra and the French overseas territories. Canada, Mexico, and the United States will jointly host the FIFA World Cup […]
Unprecedented heatwaves affected millions last year NASA’s recent analysis has confirmed 2023 as the warmest year ever recorded on Earth. According to scientists from NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) in New York, the global temperatures soared to approximately 1.2 degrees Celsius above the average for NASA’s baseline period (1951-1980).
Middle Eastern carriers post 13.5% YoY rise in cargo volumes Global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), increased by 8.3% in November 2023 compared to November 2022, according to newly released data issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For international operations, demand growth was 8.1%. Middle Eastern
Read on, for your laissez-passer status Passports out! An unprecedented six countries – France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and Singapore – occupy the top spot in the 2024 Henley Passport Index, a ranking system based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association. The six nations now possess the most powerful passports globally, providing […]
Significant stride made towards seamless travel experience The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the latest iteration of Timatic, an innovative travel documentation and verification system. This exceptional system supports contactless travel and elevates the overall passenger experience. The revamped Timatic platform has undergone a comprehensive
The platform calculates aviation sector CO2 emissions Denoting a pivotal move towards sustainability and transparency, Oneworld Alliance – the premier global airline coalition – has become the inaugural participant from the aviation industry to join the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) CO2 Connect initiative. This new collaboration will
41,792-sqm facility to be operational in January 2025 Ford Motor Company and DB Schenker, a leading logistics provider, have jointly broken ground on a Ford Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) at Dubai Logistics District, part of Dubai World Central. The 41,792-sqm facility is set to commence operations in January 2025 by serving as a consolidated storage […]
App reduces digital time and maximises physical interactions UBQT – an innovative and alternative social networking app-based platform – has launched in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, promising to bring back the essence of genuine human connections in an era dominated by constant digital interactions. UBQT is the brainchild of Dubai-based serial entrepreneurs Jonathan Hasson
Bali and London place second and third, respectively Travellers participating in the annual Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for global destinations have voted Dubai emirate to the number one spot in the Best of the Best 2024 category, followed by Bali in the second and London in the third slot respectively. According to Tripadvisor – the […]
Business and government leaders urged to practise ‘coopetition’ Global cooperation was resilient in multiple dimensions from 2012 until 2020, but overall cooperation declined by 2% from 2020 to 2022, according to the World Economic Forum’s newly released Global Cooperation Barometer. The latest Global Cooperation Barometer employs 42 indicators to measure five pillars
