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DSG to Provide Electronic and Smart Shared Services

(June 10, 2014)

An agreement has been signed between Dubai Smart Government (DSG) and Dubai Media Inc. (DMI). Under this arrangement DMI will be provided electronic and smart shared services by DSG. Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of DMI, H.E. Sami Dhaen Al Qamzi and Director General of DSG H.E. Ahmad bin Humaidan signed the agreement in presence … Continue reading DSG to Provide Electronic and Smart Shared Services

UAE’s First App That Pays People for Feedback

(June 9, 2014)

Task Spotting FZ-LLC, a Dubai-based tech startup has launched a smartphone app that pays people in exchange for their feedback. The app leverages the concept of crowdsourcing to help businesses get retail information by connecting them with smartphone users who are willing to provide it. The app requires the users to complete simple tasks when … Continue reading UAE’s First App That Pays People for Feedback

HSBC to Offer Digital Wealth Management Solutions

(June 9, 2014)

HSBC, in order to cater to the increasing demand of its wealth services has decided to offer digital service platform to customers in UAE. Mr. Andy Ripley, HSBC’s Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management in UAE, said, “Through HSBC Tablet, clients can go through a full-fledged financial planning and risk tolerance exercise, select the … Continue reading HSBC to Offer Digital Wealth Management Solutions

Master Plan Design Competition Launched for “Burj 2020”

(June 9, 2014)

Four design firms will be participating in a competition organized for building “Burj 2020 District”. The district will include “Burj 2020 Tower”, the world’s tallest commercial tower. There are several items of importance that form part of a contemporary construction style including transportation and flow of traffic for the Burj 2020 District. Executive Chairman, DMCC … Continue reading Master Plan Design Competition Launched for “Burj 2020”

Wearable Banking App Unveiled by Saudi Investment Bank

(June 6, 2014)

The first wearable banking app has been unveiled by Saudi Investment Bank. The app is built to help customers locate nearest ATM and branches using Google Glass. In-depth information includes distance from the branch, directions and contact phone number. Google Map has also been integrated into this app built for Google Glass, helping customers easily … Continue reading Wearable Banking App Unveiled by Saudi Investment Bank