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DIDigital Dubai · Newsroom•7h ago

Digital Dubai Launches “DigiPro” to Develop the Capabilities of ICT Professionals across Dubai Government

Digital Dubai has launched “DigiPro”, an initiative designed to develop the capabilities of specialists in information and communications technology (ICT) across Dubai Government and to strengthen their readiness to deal with fast-moving technological changes and risks. " His Excellency added: "The “DigiPro” initiative embodies Digital Dubai's role in enabling the digital transformation ecosystem across Dubai Government by building.

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Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 78 / 100
Evidence: Official authority, confirmation may still be pending
Evidence strength: 96 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 84 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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78EvidenceHigh

KHKhaleej Times · Technology•1d ago

Independent confirmation addedThe Technology Express · UAE added a separate evidence group that strengthens the existing signal.

UAE shuts down nearly 200 social media accounts for illegal domestic worker services

Social Media, Technology, UAE UAE Shuts 200 Social Media Accounts September 17, 2026 UAE authorities have shut down around 200 social media accounts that promoted unlicensed domestic worker recruitment services during the first half of 2026. In February, MoHRE said it had closed 230 social media accounts during 2025 for promoting domestic worker recruitment without the required licences.

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Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 76 / 100
Evidence: Multiple independent sources (2)
Evidence strength: 100 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 82 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 2 source records

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76EvidenceHigh

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GUGulf Today · UAE Business & Technology•2d ago

ADX partners with DFNS to deploy digital asset wallet, tokenisation capability

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group and DFNS, a digital-asset custody technology provider, entered a strategic agreement to provide digital asset wallet and tokenisation capabilities for on-chain assets. By integrating secure digital asset wallet and tokenisation technology into our ecosystem, ADX aims to establish a robust foundation for a broader range of on-chain products and services.

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Impact and evidence are separate

Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 80 / 100
Evidence: Independent editorial report
Evidence strength: 90 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 86 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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80EvidenceHigh

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RORobius.newsRobius Analysis•3d ago

UAE Grade 6 Students Are Leaving Laptops at Home. This Is Not a Technology Ban

Grade 6 students in UAE public schools are leaving laptops at home under new digital-learning rules. The change reduces daily classroom device use; it does not remove technology or home-based digital learning.

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Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 72 / 100
Evidence: Original Robius editorial analysis
Evidence strength: 60 / 100 · Moderate
Feed ranking: 80 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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72EvidenceModerate

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GUGulf Today · UAE Business & Technology•8d ago

ART Elite and SelfDrive Mobility announce strategic alliance to drive digital car leasing

ART Elite Car Rental LLC, part of Elite Group Holding, has signed a strategic partnership with SelfDrive Mobility to expand its long-term leasing solutions through the SelfDrive dealer-led digital mobility platform. The partnership combines ART Elite's vehicle leasing capabilities, fleet strength, and operational expertise with SelfDrive Mobility’s technology-led digital mobility platform, established customer base, and end-to-end.

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Impact and evidence are separate

Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 76 / 100
Evidence: Independent editorial report
Evidence strength: 90 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 73 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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76EvidenceHigh

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THThe Technology Express · UAE•9d ago

Abu Dhabi Launches Gulf’s First Digital Skills Card

Latest, Technology, UAE Abu Dhabi Launches Gulf’s First Digital Skills Card September 8, 2026 Abu Dhabi has launched the Gulf region’s first Digital Skills Card, creating a digitally verifiable record of professional skills and qualifications. At the same time, the planned expansion could bring additional certifications, qualifications and professional achievements into the Digital Skills Card system.

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Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 74 / 100
Evidence: Independent editorial report
Evidence strength: 90 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 79 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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74EvidenceHigh

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KHKhaleej Times · Technology•11d ago

UAE sets out how crypto payments must be converted to dirhams for VAT

The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new directive setting out how businesses must convert the value of digital currencies into UAE dirhams when filing their Value Added Tax (VAT) returns. UAE introduces mandatory VAT supplier and supply verification checks Now, Dubai Duty Free customers can use cryptocurrency to complete purchases UAE e-invoicing: Firms above Dh50 million in revenue first to roll out from July.

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Impact and evidence are separate

Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 76 / 100
Evidence: Independent editorial report
Evidence strength: 90 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 78 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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76EvidenceHigh

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THThe Technology Express · UAE•13d ago

Standard Chartered Launches Institutional Bitcoin and Ether Trading in UAE

Standard Chartered launches regulated Bitcoin and Ether spot trading for institutional clients in the UAE through its existing electronic platforms.

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Impact and evidence are separate

Impact measures how significant the development may be for UAE technology. Evidence shows how strongly the claim is supported. Pulse uses a confidence-adjusted score for feed order so a large company announcement does not automatically outrank independently supported reporting.

Impact: 74 / 100
Evidence: Independent editorial report
Evidence strength: 90 / 100 · High
Feed ranking: 76 / 100 · confidence-adjusted
Surface: Main intelligence feed
Records: 1 source record

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74EvidenceHigh

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Digital Dubai Launches “DigiPro” to Develop the Capabilities of ICT Professionals across Dubai Government

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UAE shuts down nearly 200 social media accounts for illegal domestic worker services

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ADX partners with DFNS to deploy digital asset wallet, tokenisation capability

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UAE Grade 6 Students Are Leaving Laptops at Home. This Is Not a Technology Ban

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ART Elite and SelfDrive Mobility announce strategic alliance to drive digital car leasing

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Abu Dhabi Launches Gulf’s First Digital Skills Card

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UAE sets out how crypto payments must be converted to dirhams for VAT

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Standard Chartered Launches Institutional Bitcoin and Ether Trading in UAE

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