DUBAI, 19th September, 2026 (WAM) — Nearly three decades after its launch, the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) has evolved into a comprehensive platform spanning energy, water, green development, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), decarbonisation, green mobility, hydrogen and sustainable cities. The 28th edition of WETEX, organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), will take place from 20th to 22nd October 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA and Founder and Chairman of WETEX, said the exhibition has become a leading platform for supporting partnerships, exchanging knowledge and expertise,…
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Sharjah Police is offering motorists easier access to traffic and licensing services as police expand efforts to reduce the time and effort needed to complete vehicle-related procedures. The police said its ‘Your Path, Made Easy’ initiative brings a range of traffic, licensing and customer services together in one place, helping residents understand available procedures and access them through more convenient channels. Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Ahmed bin Al Sheikh, Deputy Director of the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department said bringing several services and facilities onto a single platform allows motorists to learn about available options, understand procedures more clearly and complete transactions more…
SEOUL, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — Hanwha Finance is expanding its cooperation with Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem, strengthening connections between the Republic of Korea and Abu Dhabi through its ‘Digital Asset Silk Road’ vision, a concept aimed at connecting financial markets and institutions on both sides and enhancing cooperation in digital assets and financial services. Hanwha Life, Hanwha General Insurance, Hanwha Investment & Securities and Hanwha Asset Management, collectively Hanwha Finance, announced expanded cooperation with Abu Dhabi’s financial ecosystem following the signing of partnerships with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi,…
James Neilson, OPSWAT, explains why threats and attacks are pushing critical infrastructure organisations towards a protection-first cybersecurity strategy. Source: Tahawul Tech
Residents of a new Dh6-billion residential community on Yas Island will be able to walk, cycle and run through the development without having to navigate surface traffic, its developer said on Friday, September 18. The Wadi, launched by Cosmo Developments, will have its cars and parking facilities placed underground, leaving the surface of the 140,700-sqm development largely free of vehicles. The project will include a running route stretching about six kilometres through the community, alongside pedestrian and cycling paths, landscaped areas, water features, parks and a central valley. “It’s a close community that is really designed to give this kind…
RAS AL KHAIMAH, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry and a delegation from the People’s Republic of China explored opportunities for cooperation and commercial and investment partnerships. The discussions took place during the delegation’s visit to the Chamber’s headquarters, as part of efforts to strengthen ties between women entrepreneurs in Ras Al Khaimah and the People’s Republic of China. The meeting was attended by Amna Alhammadi, Deputy Chief of Mission at the UAE Embassy in Beijing and Chairwoman of the UAE-China Women Entrepreneurs Council, while the Chinese delegation included chairpersons of companies operating…
The weather in the UAE on Saturday will be fair to partly cloudy, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Low clouds are set to appear over the east coast, with humidity levels peaking over night and Sunday morning, especially over coastal areas. There is a chance of mist forming over these areas as well. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Temperatures are set to rise to 41°C in Dubai and Sharjah, with Abu Dhabi experiencing a high of 44°C and a low of 27°C. Dubai and Sharjah will see minimum temperatures…
Gurdip Singh, CloudSEK, discusses rising threats to critical sectors, third-party exposure and the need for continuous monitoring of AI attack surfaces. Source: Tahawul Tech
BEIJING, 18th September, 2026 (WAM) — Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the General Civil Aviation Authority, affirmed that artificial intelligence holds significant potential to drive comprehensive transformation across the civil aviation ecosystem, noting that harnessing these technologies requires clear governance and regulatory frameworks to ensure their safe, responsible and transparent use. The remarks were made during the UAE’s participation in the 4th China Air Transport Association Conference, held in Beijing from 17th to 19th September 2026 under the theme “Integration and Development of Artificial Intelligence and Civil Aviation”, where Saif Al Suwaidi delivered an address as part of the…
JEDDAH — Saudi Civil Defense issued a series of alerts across seven cities and governorates within about 30 minutes late Friday before subsequently announcing that the danger had passed. The alerts covered Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu, AlUla, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Abha. Jeddah, Taif, Yanbu and Khamis Mushait each received two alerts, while AlUla, Jazan and Abha each received one. Civil Defense later issued notifications announcing that the danger had passed in the affected areas. Saudi authorities have recently issued emergency alerts across several cities amid Houthi militia attacks targeting the Kingdom. Source: Saudi Gazette