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Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has formed a strategic alliance with Tawasal Information Technology, the proprietor and operator of the Emirati digital messaging platform, Tawasal SuperApp, to establish a dedicated digital channel powered by Tawasal for the Abu Dhabi Chamber, thereby enhancing communication between Abu Dhabi’s business community and the global market.

H.E. Abdulaziz Al-Ghurair, Chairman of UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of the UAE banks, said that the increase in consumer confidence in the UAE banking sector from 84% in 2022 to 90% in 2023 reflects its continuous development, as customer trust is an important pillar in banking and finance. He explained that the UAE ranks above the global average in the Trust Index and ranks higher than prominent international financial centres, which confirms the banking sector’s ability to meet the requirements of diverse customer segments.

Bojan Čekrlić, CEO of CargoX, a pioneer in blockchain-based trade documentation and electronic bills of lading (eBL), recently shared insights on the digital transformation reshaping maritime shipping and trade in the Middle East. This region, crucial for its strategic trade routes, is embracing a digital revolution that promises to redefine global trade documentation practices significantly.

In accordance with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s vision to establish Dubai as a global technology leader, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has unveiled the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence, as reported by the state news agency WAM. The annual plan aims to utilise technology’s potential to improve the quality of life across various sectors.

In the realm of financial services, IDC has organized the Financial Services Summit. The Summit…

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, declared Professor Fadel Adib, an Associate Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), as the recipient of the inaugural Great Arab Minds (GAM) award in the engineering and technology sector. This recognition applauds Prof. Adib’s noteworthy contributions and inventions in wireless sensing technology.