By 2020 more transactions will be completed with digital payments than cash in the UAE. That’s according to the digital payments service company, Triple, which says that 75% of transactions in the UAE currently use cash, but that figure is set to plunge. It’s as demand is increasing for technology such as mobile wallets, electronic payments and global money transfers. Triple adds that consumers, including the ‘unbanked', are looking for more convenient ways to spend, send and receive money.
Over 800 arrested in UAE-led operation to fight environmental crime in Amazon basin
A UAE-led operation to tackle environmental crime in the Amazon basin has seen the arrests of 839 individuals and the seizure of harvested timber, illegal mining equipment, fuel and minerals that is valued over $280million.
Dubai expands road capacity on key traffic corridor
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvements on Latifa bint Hamdan Street to ease congestion and increase road capacity.
Dubai Police correctional establishments recognised for human rights excellence
Dubai's Correctional and Penal Institutions have received accreditation from the American Correctional Association (ACA) and the organisation’s top Global Eagle Award, becoming the first in the region and only the third jurisdiction worldwide to receive the honour.
Two face legal action over offensive social media broadcast
The UAE's National Media Authority has taken legal action against two individuals for violating media regulations and content standards.
UAE, Bahrain foreign ministers discuss regional developments
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Bahrain's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.
UAE sets up health camp for children with congenital heart disease in Zanzibar
Around 250 children with congenital heart disease in Zanzibar are undergoing specialised tests and treatment at the UAE's newly launched medical camp in the Tanzanian town.
UAE expresses solidarity with Greece, Denmark after helicopter crash
The United Arab Emirates has expressed solidarity with Greece and Denmark following the collision of two helicopters participating in efforts to extinguish fires in the Greek capital Athens.
UAE, Qatar discuss regional developments and security
The United Arab Emirates has discussed regional developments and enhancing security with Qatar.
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