Digital Dubai Launches Annual Labour Force Survey 2025

Dubai: The Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment (DDSE), part of Digital Dubai, has launched the Annual Labour Force Survey 2025 for the Emirate of Dubai. The survey measures the size of the labour force, monitors key employment and unemployment indicators, and provides up-to-date demographic, social, and economic insights on the population, with a particular focus on the economically active group. According to Emirates News Agency, the DDSE emphasised the importance of active household participation, noting that the survey findings will guide policies and strategic initiatives in education, higher education, vocational training, skills development, Emiratization, inclusive employment, and enhancing women’s participation

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ADAFSA Confirms Ban on Cryptocurrency Mining on Farms, Promoting Responsible Agricultural Land Use

Abu dhabi: In line with its ongoing efforts to raise awareness among agricultural stakeholders in the emirate and ensure the continuity of services and support provided to farms, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has reaffirmed the prohibition of cryptocurrency mining on agricultural land. Such activities fall outside the scope of permitted economic uses defined by the authority and are not allowed on farmlands. According to Emirates News Agency, this clarification follows the detection of violations in several farms found to be misusing agricultural land for cryptocurrency mining, an activity that contradicts the core purpose of farm

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SBWC Showcases Women Entrepreneurs at Emirates Perfumes Exhibition

Sharjah: The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) has announced its participation in the Emirates Perfumes and Oud Exhibition 2025, which will be held from 3rd to 12th October at Expo Centre Sharjah. According to Emirates News Agency, the Council is utilizing its dedicated booth to provide a strong platform for Emirati and UAE-based entrepreneurs to showcase their brands to an international audience. Featuring a carefully selected range of local enterprises, the exhibition connects members directly with global buyers, leading retailers, and thousands of fragrance enthusiasts worldwide. This strategic participation underscores SBWC’s commitment to empowering female-led businesses and amplifying their presence

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Renewables Account for 57% of Germany’s Electricity Use in First Nine Months

Berlin: Renewable energy sources, primarily wind and solar, comprised nearly 57 percent of Germany’s electricity consumption in the initial nine months of the year, maintaining the same level as the previous year, as per industry data released on Tuesday. The figures highlight the ongoing role of renewables in Germany’s energy landscape, despite fluctuations in specific sectors. According to Emirates News Agency, preliminary calculations by the Centre for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Wrttemberg and the German Association of Energy and Water Industries indicated a significant increase in solar power generation, which rose by almost a quarter. However, output from onshore

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TRENDS and UAE Space Agency Explore Research Cooperation in Space Sector

Abu dhabi: TRENDS Research and Advisory has reviewed avenues of research, knowledge cooperation, and partnership with the UAE Space Agency, particularly in space research, advanced technologies, and specialised foresight studies. The cooperation also extends to field surveys, opinion polling, and training, all of which contribute to the development of purposeful knowledge. According to Emirates News Agency, through their effective and close collaboration, both parties aim to support the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to chart a roadmap toward achieving a better and more sustainable future for all humanity. This will be pursued through the development of modern scientific research

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Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027 Accelerates AI-Native Government Journey

Abu dhabi: The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) announced that Abu Dhabi Government is reaching operational scale in its use of artificial intelligence across all government departments, advancing its vision of rethinking how government serves people, as it prepares to showcase TAMM 4.0 at GITEX Global 2025 (GITEX) in October this year. According to Emirates News Agency, TAMM 4.0, launching at GITEX this October, represents the most advanced AI-native government platform deployed globally. The platform redefines government interactions around proactive, personalised services that understand life moments. Key capabilities include intelligent orchestration of services across government entities, predictive

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Global Rail 2025 Exhibition and Conference Commences at ADNEC Centre

Abu dhabi: The Global Rail 2025 exhibition and conference has officially commenced at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, attracting a wide array of regional and international participants. This significant event, which will continue until 2nd October, features the involvement of over 20 ministerial delegations, alongside senior leaders from both the public and private sectors. Attendees and speakers at the event represent more than 100 nationalities, highlighting the global interest in the future of transportation and connectivity. According to Emirates News Agency, the 2025 event is themed ‘Driving the Future of Transport and Global Connectivity,’ and aims to bring together

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Dubai Police Launches Community Initiatives for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Abu dhabi: Every October, the world marks Global Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this year Dubai Police joined in by rolling out a range of initiatives to help people stay safe online. According to Emirates News Agency, at a press conference, senior officers stressed the importance of protecting the community from online threats and teaching everyone simple ways to prevent cyberattacks. Attending the event were Lieutenant Colonel Dr Expert Saeed bin Abid, Director of the Information Security Centre at Dubai Police; Major Engineer Khalil Al Hosani, Acting Deputy Director of the Cybercrime and Artificial Intelligence Crimes Department; Major Dr Rashid Al

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