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Legal frameworks built over two decades are the foundation for realising Dubai’s vision

When Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, launched Dubai’s new Digital Strategy last month, he unveiled an ambitious plan for turning Dubai into an international leader in the digital sector.

Centred on seven key pillars including the digital city, digital economy, data and statistics, digital talent, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital competitiveness, the strategy created a clear roadmap for Dubai’s transformation into one of the world’s top digital economies over the next decade.

Read more: AE: The laws behind Dubai’s digital transformation: A look at the legislations

Both du and Alliance are committed to delivering exceptional connectivity solutions, and this Teaming Agreement represents a significant step towards that goal

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunication Company (EITC), and Alliance Networks W.L.L (ALLIANCE) are pleased to announce their collaboration through a Teaming Agreement aimed at providing seamless intra-regional high-capacity connectivity to potential third-party customers in the region.

Read more: AE: Dubai: Du and Alliance Networks form teaming agreement for seamless intra-regional connectivity

The city’s new Digital Strategy is based on a vision to digitalise all aspects of life in Dubai and establish a reliable, robust digital system that enhances the digital economy and empowers a digitally driven society.

Dubai has launched its latest digital strategy, based on seven key pillars of the digital city, digital economy, data and statistics, digital talent, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital competitiveness.

Read more: AE: Dubai launches digital strategy and digital city initiative

Dubai’s RTA announces testing has begun for self-driving bus challenge

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that field tests have begun for participants in the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2023.

Testing will be conducted at Dubai Silicon Oasis.

The challenge offers a purse of $2.3m divided into two categories:

  • Industry Leaders
  • Local Academia

Read more: AE: Dubai announces $2.3m self-driving bus challenge tests

The Indian “InterTales” website confirmed that Dubai’s proactive adoption of artificial intelligence sets an example for other cities around the world, by launching technological advancement initiatives and the digital ecosystem.

The website said in a report: «Dubai is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, as emerging companies and existing institutions alike benefit from the capabilities of artificial intelligence, and promote innovation and growth in various industries, as it works to change the smart city landscape in Dubai, shaping the entertainment industry, and enhancing the overall urban experience, through personalized content, AI-driven creativity and improved infrastructure.”

Read more: AE: Dubai is a global example in the adoption of artificial intelligence

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