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Dubai police tighten crackdown on electric scooters
Dubai police announced on September 3rd that they have intensified their crackdown on electric scooters violating traffic regulations, seizing 13,657 scooters between January and August 2026. The aim is to prevent fatal and serious accidents and ensure the safety of users and other road users. Police are particularly focused on […]
Dubai to develop unified urban lighting standards to improve the landscape and reduce light pollution
On September 3rd, the City of Dubai announced it would begin construction of an "integrated urban lighting system" to introduce uniform standards for lighting throughout the emirate. This will enhance the city's landscape and visual coherence, supporting Dubai's goal of becoming "the most beautiful city in the world." The project is scheduled for completion in 2025. […]
24-hour medical services available on Saadiyat Island, improving access to healthcare.
On September 1st, SEHA CLINICS, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi's leading healthcare company PureHealth, announced that it would operate its Saadiyat Clinic on Saadiyat Island 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This will allow residents and tourists to receive medical care at any time. […]
Dubai police increase security around schools as the new school term begins.
On August 31st, Dubai police increased the deployment of traffic officers and patrol cars on roads and intersections around schools to coincide with the start of the new school term. The aim is to alleviate traffic congestion and ensure the safety of students commuting to and from school. The patrols will be concentrated during peak hours in the morning and afternoon. Vehicles and […]
Dubai City obtains world's first international certification for rainwater drainage.
On August 25, the City of Dubai announced that it had obtained ISO 24566 certification, an international standard for managing climate-sensitive rainwater drainage services. It is the first government agency in the world to receive this certification. In order to obtain the certification, the City of Dubai addressed climate change and its associated challenges. […]
Uber launches fully autonomous robotaxi in Dubai.
Ride-hailing giant Uber has officially launched Apollo Go, a fully autonomous robotaxi developed by China's Baidu, in Dubai. Available through the Uber app, the vehicles are operated by New Horizon Luxury Transit. […]
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Using AI to shift from "preventive medicine" to "risk prediction"
The UAE's healthcare system is shifting from traditional preventative medicine to "predictive medicine," which aims to detect and intervene in health risks before illness develops. This involves utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), big data analysis, genomic medicine, and precision medicine to identify risks leading to disease and complications at an early stage.
UAE to introduce minimum tax price on e-cigarette liquids, effective September 1st.
The UAE Ministry of Finance announced on August 6th that it had issued a decision establishing a minimum tax price (minimum excise tax price) for tobacco products and e-smoking device liquids. The new system will come into effect on September 1st. This decision sets limits on e-cigarettes, heated tobacco devices, etc. […]
A Dubai accountant's business insights: "How to invest 1 million yen? Smart ways to combine high-interest deposits in Dubai."
We frequently receive inquiries from Japanese business owners and investors who have relocated to Dubai, asking, "How can we invest our lump sums of money in Dubai banks to the best possible rate?" While ordinary savings accounts in Japan offer interest rates of around 0.1% per year, in Dubai, it's possible to combine them with salary accounts...
UAE Pharmaceuticals Authority approves treatment for high cholesterol.
On August 1st, the UAE Medicines Agency (EDE) announced the approval of Lipfendra, a treatment for adults with high LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. This makes UAE the second country to approve the drug, after the United States. Lipfendra is used to treat high LDL cholesterol, including hereditary types. […]