By 2020 more transactions will be completed with digital payments than cash in the UAE. That’s according to the digital payments service company, Triple, which says that 75% of transactions in the UAE currently use cash, but that figure is set to plunge. It’s as demand is increasing for technology such as mobile wallets, electronic payments and global money transfers. Triple adds that consumers, including the ‘unbanked', are looking for more convenient ways to spend, send and receive money.
New UAE traffic rules set limits on driving hours, vehicle ownership
New traffic regulations in the UAE will introduce tighter rules on vehicle registration, electric scooter use and road safety from January 1, 2027.
Sharjah Ruler opens first phase of new road links with Dubai
Travel between Sharjah and Dubai is set to become smoother with the opening of the first phase of a major road development project designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
Six exceptional achievers honoured with Dubai-it Award
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has announced the Dubai-it Award for six winners across diverse sectors.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed praises Fujairah entity for topping government ranking
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has praised Fujairah Traffic and Licensing Center for topping the government ranking with seven stars.
UAE unveils nol–Jaywan Cards for public transport riders
Starting November, the public will be able to use new nol cards linked to the UAE’s national card payment scheme - Jaywan - to pay for their taxis, Dubai Metro rides and parking.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
