The UAE is building several sustainable, smart, and energy-efficient cities
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has performed well in global rankings on creating smart cities. It is part of the its plan for digital transformation and a tool to diversify its economy. It is worth nothing that the UAE is one of the leading countries in the field of digital transformation in the Arab world.
Read more: The UAE excels in transforming and building smart cities
The UAE capital of Abu Dhabi announced the launch of free WiFi facility in public spaces on Friday.
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announced that free public WiFi coverage will be available on public transport buses, beaches, and in public parks.
“The initiative aims to support Abu Dhabi’s smart city development project and advance its digital infrastructure,” it said in a statement shared by Abu Dhabi Media Office.
The utility services provider intends to release more services in terms of transactional services through the virtual employee
Dubai residents will soon be able to pay their utility bills through Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (Dewa) Ramas ChatGPT, said a senior official.
First launched in 2017, Rammas ChatGPT is the virtual employee of the utility services provider. It released a new version in 2023, providing more detailed information and capability using generative artificial intelligence (AI) ChatGPT solutions. It intends to soon release more services and solutions in terms of transactional services.
Read more: AE: Dubai: Soon residents can pay Dewa bills through 'chat'
ValueFirst, a globally recognized enterprise communication services provider, applauds the UAE's groundbreaking 'Dubai AI' initiative, which sets a high global standard for the future of smart cities through the innovative use of Generative AI technologies.
“The digital era continues to accelerate, and cities like Dubai stand as forerunners in the adoption of groundbreaking technologies that enhance the lives of both residents and visitors. The recent unveiling of 'Dubai AI' at the Dubai Assembly for Generative AI represents a pivotal leap towards a more intelligent and interconnected future. This initiative promises to redefine the way we experience and engage with this dynamic city,” said Arvind Kalla, Chief Regional Officer at ValueFirst.
Read more: AE: Valuefirst Applauds 'Dubai AI' For Setting A Smart City Global Standard
Digital nol cards can be used not only to secure payments for public transport but also at various retail outlets in the emirate
Users of Samsung mobile phones can now use their smart devices to take the Metro or any mode of public transportation in Dubai by installing the digital nol card on the nolPay app.
This was made possible following the agreement signed between the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Samsung Gulf Electronics on Wednesday at Gitex Global 2023 to enable the use of digital nol cards on Samsung smart devices.
Read more: AE: Dubai: Now pay at the Metro with your Samsung phone; here’s how