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.
UAE President urges youth to drive innovation while honouring national values
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reaffirmed that empowering citizens to shape the UAE’s future remains a top priority.
Ajman earns Guinness record for largest Eid Al Etihad message
Ajman has officially entered the Guinness World Records for the world's largest formation of vehicles creating the Eid Al Etihad wish.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed: Eid Al Etihad reinforces UAE’s values, enduring legacy
UAE to sing national anthem together on December 2
A new nationwide initiative invites everyone in the UAE to join in singing the national anthem on December 2 at 11:00 AM.
UAE launches urgent response to Sri Lanka's floods, landslides
The UAE has launched an urgent humanitarian response to severe floods and landslides in Sri Lanka, following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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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.
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