Dubai Land Department, Rental Disputes Center, Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI), tecomgroup.ae, Etisalat, e& and many more exhibitors at the 43rd edition of GITEX 2023, which run from 16-20 October 2023, at Dubai World Trade Centre.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has officially opened GITEX GLOBAL 2023, the world’s largest tech show, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) on 16 October. GITEX is region's Pinnacle Sustainability and ESG event.
The First Group and Charge&Go Set the Gold Standard for Green Hospitality in Dubai
Entities join hands to launch the city’s first hotel EV charging stations
The First Group, one of the UAE’s leading hospitality innovators, has announced a game-changing partnership with Charge&Go, an EV solution by e&, which is set to redefine travel and eco-consciousness. Marking a significant milestone in sustainability, The Group will be installing Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations at its six hotels, making it Dubai’s first hospitality company to embrace this forward-looking practice for the environment.
Underpinned by a resolute dedication to environmental protection and guest comfort, the initiative solidifies The First Group hotels’ position as a premier destination for sustainable hospitality. By adopting eco-conscious measures, the Group caters to the growing desires of environmentally aware travellers. More than just a convenience, this endeavour underscores the brand's pledge to a greener planet, further enhancing its reputation as an industry leader in responsible hospitality in a competitive market.
The EV charging stations will be located across six of the brand’s properties – The First Collection at Jumeirah Village Circle, The First Collection Business Bay, Tryp by Wyndham Dubai, Wyndham Dubai Marina, Citadines Metro Central Dubai, and Grand Heights.
Muammar Nasir Al Rukhaimi, CEO, Etisalat Services Holding (ESH), subsidiary of e& said: “This partnership demonstrates our dedication to ‘Charge&Go’ and our support for electric mobility in UAE. We are committed to leading the conversations on sustainability and exploring the limitless possibilities with technology. Today, innovation goes beyond ground-breaking products and solutions; it also involves making choices that benefit the environment and generations that will inherit this planet from us.”
“We take great pride in this significant milestone alongside our valued partner, Charge&Go as it exemplifies our commitment to sustainability within the dynamic realm of hospitality. As the UAE steers towards a sustainable economy, we acknowledge our key role as a partner in shaping an environmentally conscious future. This initiative underscores our commitment to being catalysts of positive change and responsible stewards of our environment”, says Rob Burns, CEO, The First Group.
“Offering EV charging stations makes our hotels a hassle-free option for electric vehicle owners and allows our guests and partners to support a cleaner and greener future with us,” says Karim Abdelhamid, VP – Hotel Operations, The First Group.
“Such robust sustainability strategies have helped us achieve a substantial reduction in The First Group’s carbon footprint, anchoring our corporate values with worldwide environmental priorities. As we continue to serve the discerning corporate traveller, we remain determined to continue pioneering new benchmarks in sustainable practices and operational excellence.”
The EV charging stations will feature cutting-edge rapid charging technology, ensuring that EV owners can recharge swiftly and get back on the road without lengthy delays. Its universal compatibility will be able to charge a wide range of electric vehicle makes and models. In addition, the user-friendly interface and seamless payment options will make the charging experience a convenient and easy process for all EV users. For more information, please visit www.thefirstgroup.com.
Dubai Internet City at GTEX Global 2023 with Six Developments
Vibrant technology district confirms new customers and partners at world’s largest tech event
Onsite activations highlight the best of AI innovation from Dubai Internet City’s ecosystem
Dubai Internet City at GTEX Global 2023 with Six Developments is in pole position to accelerate Global Digital Transformation. Dubai Internet City, the mainstay of Dubai’s digital transformation for over two decades, has wrapped up a successful edition of GITEX Global2023 with onboarding agreements for new customers, partnerships with leading global entrepreneurship agencies, and captivating activations showcasing artificial intelligence (AI)innovation within the vibrant technology district. Home to over 3,000 companies and almost 30,000 professionals and entrepreneurs, Dubai Internet City is part of TECOM Group.
Major developments announced by Dubai Internet City, part of TECOM Group PJSC, as Innovation Partner of GITEX Global 2023 included the addition of international industry giants Endava, Yango, and Sprinklr to its repertoire of customers. Endava, which recently opened its UAE headquarters at the technology district, presented its global expertise and next-generation solutions to mark its GITEX Global debut at Dubai Internet City’s pavilion.
Yango announced plans for a new global operational office at Dubai Internet City that will officially open in the fourth quarter of 2023 to oversee its ride-hailing, delivery, and tech services, among other initiatives, and Sprinklr also officially inaugurated its new Dubai Internet City office that will support its aggressive expansion plan for the Middle East and Asia-Pacific and Japan regions.
During the event, Dubai Internet City entered partnerships enabling opportunities for global entrepreneurs to establish a base in Dubai. Its strategic partnership with German Entrepreneurship GmbH at GITEX Global 2023 will provide German companies a smooth entry into the market, while a memorandum with Korea’s National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) includes initiatives such as enhance collaboration and facilitate the participation of Korean technology companies and professionals in Dubai Internet City’s ecosystem. Dubai Internet City also entered an agreement with the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) to provide Polish companies with market insights and data to elevate their understanding of the regional business environment.
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In addition to offering informative workshops and networking opportunities, Dubai Internet City’s pavilion at the exhibition showcased major the best of innovation from its ecosystem. Dubai Internet City’s onsite activations included a robotic arm trained to compete in a game of checkers to explore whether and how AI may someday overtake human intelligence, and Twyn, an enterprise platform enabling the digital and immersive transformation of factories by building an industrial that eliminates the need for physical inspections. For an immersive experience, guests were also guided to a ‘secret door’ inviting them into a world brought to life by actors and performers from Dubai Internet City.
In addition to Dubai Internet City, TECOM Group’s portfolio of business districts includes Dubai Science Park, Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City, Dubai Production City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai International Academic City, Dubai Design District (d3), and Dubai Industrial City. Dubai Internet City, member of TECOM Group PJSC, is the largest technology hub in the MENA region. Home to Fortune 500 companies, SMEs, start-ups and entrepreneurs, Dubai Internet City is the cornerstone of UAE’s
economic diversification and digital transformation strategy for 20+ years. For more information, please visit www.dic.ae.
TECOM Group has been developing strategic, sector-focused business districts across the emirate of Dubai since 1999. TECOM Group is well-positioned to continue playing an integral role in cementing Dubai’s status as aglobal business and talent hub.
The TECOM Group portfolio consists of 10 business districts catering to 6 vital knowledge-based economic sectors, including design, education, manufacturing, media, science, and technology. The Group provides a varied and tailor-made leasing portfolio – which includes offices, co-working spaces, warehouses, and land – to over 10,000 customers and more than 105,000 professionals.
TECOM Group offers additional value-added services to deliver a competitive and attractive environment for businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive in and to facilitate engagement between the districts’ community members. Government and corporate services are made available through an integrated smart services platform, “axs”, which enhances ease of doing business and provides community members with a seamless experience.
TECOM Group also provides industry specialised facilities, including media production studios, laboratories, and higher education campuses. in5, its enabling platform for entrepreneurs and start-ups, offers innovation centres
supporting tech, media, and design start-ups and SMEs. Its future-focused co-working spaces D/Quarters deliver
stimulating work environments for tenants, and the “Go Freelance” package serves freelance talents.
For more information, please visit www.tecomgroup.ae.
The Metaverse Litigation platform is designed to oversee remote litigation sessions using metaverse technology; the Department’s participation topped the list
Dubai Land Department (DLD) and its judicial arm, the Rental Disputes Center (RDC), recorded a qualitative and unique participation at GITEX Global 2023, whose activities concluded on Friday, 20 October, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. DLD and the RDC presented their pioneering innovations that employed advanced digital technologies to enhance the emirate’s real estate sector.
Dubai Land Department’s stand received many prominent officials in the public and private sectors, who praised its digital services and initiatives. DLD was also honoured by the Dubai Digital Authority for its proactive efforts in empowering Dubai’s competitiveness and digital transformation. The accolade was bestowed during a ceremony that highlighted strategic partners from government entities.
The Metaverse Litigation platform, designed to oversee remote litigation sessions using metaverse technology for the Rental Disputes Center, is a testament to DLD’s commitment to Dubai’s digital transformation and drive to incorporate cutting-edge technologies into its real estate services.
The Department also introduced audiences to many digital services and initiatives, including the Dubai REST app, the smart real estate application for real estate services, and DLD’s 'Instant Real Estate Registration Platform in Dubai,’ developed by the Emirates Real Estate Solutions to display real-time transactions across Dubai.
In turn, the Rental Disputes Center highlighted the Judicial Probe service, a groundbreaking concept accessible via the new website that constitutes an integrated court that harnesses the power of AI to offer the complete portfolio of the center’s litigation services without judicial intervention. Also highlighted was the Kashif platform, a digital tool designed to streamline and expedite the execution of judgments. This platform unveils the properties and assets owned by the individual against whom execution is sought through digital integration with various government entities. Furthermore, the RDC provides the Smart Judge service, offering customers access to free legal advice informing them of the rights of all parties involved in a rental relationship before initiating legal proceedings. Additionally, the Rental Good-Conduct certificate allows parties to enquire about the rental status of the other party in the RDC’s system before drafting a lease contract.
Dubai Land Department continues its strategic mission to empower the real estate community through proactive, seamless real estate services; integrated legislation and data; effective partnerships; leading digital infrastructure; and qualified staff; providing an incubating environment for real estate innovation and enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of operations and institutional governance.
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Widespread Acclaim for Dubai Judicial Institute’s Forward-Thinking Metaverse Endeavours
The Dubai Judicial Institute (DJI) successful participation at GITEX Global 2023 was graced by a visit of HH Sheikh Maktoum to the DJI's stand. The Institute’s stand garnered significant attention for its innovative services and initiatives, primarily focusing on its pioneering adoption of metaverse technologies in judicial training and development.
© معهد دبي القضائي - (dji.gov.ae) HH Sheikh Maktoum visits DJI stands
Throughout the global event, DJI’s stand experienced a surge in visitors from various entities and individuals keen to explore its groundbreaking work in this field, most notably the DJI Litigation Hall, a virtual environment that authentically replicates global trial scenarios. This landmark achievement solidified the Institute’s position as the world’s premier judicial training body to venture into the metaverse.
In addition, numerous local and federal government officials visited the Institute’s stand, commending its remarkable advancements in judicial training methodologies. The Institute’s commitment to supporting judicial excellence and global competitiveness was evident, reaffirming its role as a pioneering institution offering a unique judicial development experience and disseminating legal knowledge within society.
During the exhibition, the Dubai Judicial Institute received an honour from the Dubai Digital Authority in recognition of its vital contributions to enhancing Dubai’s competitiveness and reinforcing its position as the world’s foremost digital capital. This accolade was presented during a ceremony dedicated to recognising strategic partners from government entities.
Moreover, the Institute used this occasion to unveil its website’s refreshed design, featuring many enhanced services. This ongoing commitment underscores the DJI’s dedication to providing distinctive and pioneering training opportunities and solutions that align with the evolving needs of the judiciary, cementing its position at the forefront of shaping the future of the judicial and legal fields in the emirate, and fostering smart knowledge and legal development.
e& at GITEX Global 2023
The company announced the soft launch of Charge&Go, its first venture to support electric mobility in UAE
Opened the world’s first AI powered autonomous store
Major breakthrough in 5G Stand Alone network and speeds
e&'s participation at GITEX Global 2023, attracted visitors, decision-makers, technology experts and the media to its stand with a wide array of innovative use cases across mobility, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, aviation, and oil and gas reflecting this year’s theme ‘Accelerating Innovation.
It focused on showcasing e&’s collective efforts in driving progress to create a better tomorrow. It was about showcasing cutting-edge technologies and their potential to transform industries, stimulate creativity, encourage collaboration, attract innovation enthusiasts and celebrate success stories.
At GITEX this year e& took a major step in electric mobility in UAE with the soft launch of ‘Charge&Go’. It will be strategically placed nationwide to offer users a dependable, affordable, and easily accessible charging solution. The initiative aligns us with transformative goals such as the Emirates Net Zero 20502 and the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy (DIES) 2030.
Another major announcement at the global technology event was the launch of ‘EASE’ (Etisalat by e& Autonomous Store Experience), the world’s first autonomous telecom store powered by AI utilising ground-breaking technologies to empower customers to seamlessly purchase etisalat by e& products and services (below).
The autonomous store will bring the future of retail to UAE with its combination of Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, facial recognition, smart gates, robotics, smart-shelves and smart dispensing machines. Shoppers enjoy a quicker and more convenient shopping journey with zero waiting time; this heightened level of convenience and speed contributes to an improved overall customer experience.
5G: Setting new milestones
This GITEX etisalat by e& has moved to the next stage of 5G with the Stand Alone network becoming available for all mobile users. For the first time, mobile users will be able to use a complete Stand Alone 5G network providing access to higher uplink speeds, improved device battery life, faster connectivity to the network. These benefits can support new applications, including rich Voice over New Radio (VoNR) and Video over New Radio (ViNR) calling experience beyond an over-the-top (OTT) solution.
This was followed by the successful 5G SA service launch for Fixed Wireless Users (FWA) at the start of 2023, giving consumers the access to a reliable nationwide standalone network allowing for seamless voice and data services across the country.
Another major global milestone was the 5G downlink speed of more than 13 Gbps, continuing to push performance with this major advancement in the 5G network maintaining UAE position as the fastest mobile nation in the world.
Strategic partnerships and thought leadership
This event was successful on various fronts, e& forged meaningful partnerships but also took the stage as thought leaders in the industry. As a testament to its commitment to innovation and collaboration e& and its business verticals signed MoUs with key stakeholders, solidifying dedication to shaping the future of technology. These mainly included etisalat by e& partnering with government entities like NAFIS as part of their initiative to hire and empower Emiratis in the country, and and others like Dubai Police, Cyber Security Council and TAMM (Abu Dhabi Government Services) among others. With the Cyber Security Council there was also a graduation ceremony held for a special security programme conducted in partnership with etisalat by e&. With the Ministry of Education e& signed a strategic partnership to foster the advancement of technology education. e& also unveiled its alliance with World Government Summit, stepping into the spotlight as the event’s headline partner.
Its new electric utility business ‘Charge&Go’ signed MoUs with leading entities in the private sector making sure they strike the right partnerships and the new stations installed across the country after the main launch later in the year.
Groundbreaking innovation
From global concept cars in autonomous, to designs and innovations that integrate intelligent connectivity solutions, emphasised e&’s commitment to shaping the future of mobility. The future of air travel was on display with ‘Autoflight’, an innovative sustainable airtaxi and the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX and VISION One-Eleven Concept Car were perfect examples of the future of transportation. In robotics, there were humanoids, also solutions for industries like ‘Macademic’ and a friendly robot ‘Mirokai’ with mobility solutions for the healthcare sector as well. Each business vertical under e& had a focus on the pavilion, etisalat by e& highlighted IoT and 5G with a special focus on 5G slice to enable live broadcasting, immersive 3D experiences, blazing 5G speeds, hologram technology, VR with 5G slice and also Microsoft’s co-pilot to address customer enquiries.
On the business side, etisalat by e& focused on highlighting how they can focus on solutions that can support the journey of a startup until they reach a unicorn. Global partnership Vodafone was also a highlight in this section accompanied with robots from China Mobile and end to end vertical solutions for call centers, retail and government.
On the consumer front there was the metaverse where people from homes and offices around the world could visit a vast digital twin in e& universe to explore and interact with 3D models of the exhibition virtually in stunning detail. Users could even see last year’s e& GITEX stand, demonstrating how events can be preserved and experienced again in the future.
In smart living, Samsung’s Family Hub Refrigerator was launched with visitors having the opportunity to experience a one-of-a-kind demonstration, notifying the users about expired food items enabling customers to order from Smiles market through the Smiles app on the refrigerator screen.
For e& enterprise it was about focusing on the overarching story of value to customers, where visitors learned about enterprise value propositions in an entertaining and impactful manner, using interactive tech to allow visitors to discover the value of tech. There were also showcases like the ‘Anymal’ agile robot highlighting automation, the ‘Smart City Model’ strategically portrayed interconnected urban intelligence, in logistics, there was the digital twin energy solutions revolutionising logistics management with 360 degrees facility optimisation.
In healthcare, there was ‘Careplix’ a comprehensive platform connecting patients and doctors through virtual consultations. Solutions from ‘NICE’ highlighted improving customer experience with cloud and data centre solutions where as ‘Engage X’ took visitors on a transformative shopping journey within the customer experience retail metaverse powered by -Spotnik-an immersive digital realm.
In cybersecurity, HelpAG solutions highlighted the role across sustainability, efficiency, growth, data insights, and customer experience, showcasing its impact on operational resilience, user confidence and secure digital evolution.
elife focused on smart retail and fintech with the integration of elGrocer and Smiles app into the retail experience showcasing retail capabilities and expanding reach in the market. The emphasis was comprehensive shopping and engaging experience with streamlined transactions and customer convenience. WIO digital banking solutions were also present providing personalised services for spending, saving, and future planning.
For e& capital the highlight was its acquisitions in the past year from the e-sim provider Airalo to Maxbyte focusing on IoT and robotic solutions. There was Alma Health’s holistic solutions provided visitors an insight into chronic patient care solutions, Ikigai’s no code/low code AI platform, Almentor’s video-based learning focused on Arabic content, Komi the toolkit creators to build digital content, Lablabee to democratize telco cloud technologies and the immersive social app ‘Vuz’.
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