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consumer spending
UAE emerging preferred gateway for global brands to tap into the $1.5 trillion MENA consumer spending market
The UAE’s digital sector is projected to grow at a faster clip of over 16 percent CAGR for the next six years
Digital
Dubai’s RTA digital revenue hits $954m
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority recorded more than 800m digital transactions in 2022
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EU announces major Schengen visa update
European Parliament votes to endorse digitalisation of Schengen visa procedures for all applications
digital services
Schengen visa: How to apply in UAE, cost, all you need to know
Here is a guide to applying for a Schengen visa for UAE residents
digital services
EU announces major Schengen Visa update for all nationalities
In-person appearance at the consulate will only be necessary for first-time Schengen Visa applicants, the council said
Abu Dhabi
UAE Ministry of Economy announces temporary suspension of services
The ministry’s services will be unavailable for eight hours starting Saturday, March 11
digital services
Schengen visa: UAE residents face delays as EU visa demand rises
The demand for Schengen visa has reportedly increased as UAE residents plan their holidays during Eid
digital services
Schengen visa: UAE residents travelling to EU now no longer need visa stamps
Applicants can now apply and receive a Schengen visa digitally
City Makers
Dubai Model Centre to drive UAE to global top in government development
In its 10th year, Dubai Model Centre is currently supporting improvement projects in more than 70 services across 31 government entities each year
B2B e-Commerce
Middle East digital economy to hit $500bn in 2030
Business commerce, fintech, healthtech and edtech sectors will be the new drivers of the sector, with their contribution projected to double by 2030, says new research
Bayanati
UAE launches e-signature system for government procedures
The federal authority for government human resources said all ministries and federal government entities can now begin implementing the e-signature feature for all procedures in Bayanati – the human resources information management system
digital services
UAE updates passport, Emirates ID photograph rules
New standards have been announced for photographs required for issuance and renewal of passport and Emirates ID
cyber threats
Cybersecurity trends rising in GCC in 2023
Cyberattacks are only getting more frequent, with the importance of cybersecurity continuing to rise
Absher app
Saudi Arabia announces new passport rules
This facility is now opened for citizens aged 21 and above through the Absher platform of the ministry of interiors
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Customs reduces clearance process from 13 to two steps
The service, which was previously available only from inside the country, can now be availed from outside through the TAMM platform
Blue MENA
DEWA digital arm partners with Blue MENA to offer custom-tailored solutions to companies
The partnership will offer cutting-edge technologies, business re-engineering processes and best practices that will make transition to digital solutions simple and easy