The project aims to establish a platform for exchanging experiences among government entities and learning about best practices to enhance the quality of data.
Digital Dubai is launching an initiative aimed at elevating the level of data standards in terms of quality, accessibility and governance.
The UAE capital climbed three places to secure 10th position, while Dubai also improved its standing, moving from 17th to 12th place among 142 cities worldwide
Abu Dhabi and Dubai made significant strides in the Smart City Index 2024, compiled by Switzerland’s International Institute for Management Development (IMD), earlier this year.
The UAE capital climbed three places to secure 10th position, while Dubai also improved its standing, moving from 17th to 12th place among 142 cities worldwide. The two cities were among the most impressive in performance, as per the IMD report.
Read more: AE: 5 reasons why Abu Dhabi and Dubai feature in world’s top smart cities index
Dubai Customs has announced the launch of a new blockchain platform designed to reduce supply chain friction within Dubai and across its borders.
Strategic Initiative for a Smart City
The blockchain solution was introduced as part of a broader strategy to cement Dubai’s position as a leading “smart” city, according to a statement by the Dubai Media Office on July 8. Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, highlighted the innovation as a reflection of Dubai’s vision to become a global hub for trade and logistics.
Read more: AE: Dubai Customs Launches Blockchain Platform Amid Smart City Effort
The Ajman Transport Authority from the UAE has partnered with BPC, a global leader in payment solutions, to become the first authority in the emirate to implement modern payments technology on public transport buses.
This move aims to enhance smart services within the transportation sector, through introduction of O-CITY, a solution for Smart Cities’ and mobility developed by BPC.
Read more: AE: Ajman Transport Authority, BPC to digitalise public transport payments
Revolutionizing Supply Chains with Blockchain: Dubai Customs Leads the Way
Imagine a world where every piece of data shared across local supply chains is secure, tamper-proof, and transferred with just a click. Well, that's no longer a stuff of imagination. Dubai Customs is turning this dream into a reality by introducing a blockchain solution aimed at transforming the local supply chain landscape. The move is not just about embracing digital innovation; it's about leading a revolution that promises to save time, effort, and mountains of paperwork.
Read more: AE: Dubai Unveils Blockchain Platform to Advance Smart City Initiatives