Stimulus packages for Abu Dhabi’s tourism sector under discussion

Abu Dhabi: The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) is seeking a host of stimulus measures for the emirate’s tourism sector, which would include working capital, utilities and rent covers among them. The packages, which are waiting for government approval, were discussed in virtual meetings between DCT Abu Dhabi and […]

Phishing attacks against banks jump with pandemic used as lure

Cyber-attacks trying to trick bank employees to click on malicious links jumped in the first quarter, with criminals attempting to take advantage of fear and confusion caused by the coronavirus pandemic. While the so-called phishing campaigns, which surged by a third in the period, haven’t so far resulted in any major breaches in the industry, […]

1 Beat – Dubai-based gym stays strong with virtual workouts

Dubai-based gym, 1 Beat, has responded to the coronavirus by adopting its strategy; now renting exercise equipment to clients while delivering fitness classes virtually. Founded by Emirati siblings Mohammed and Fatma Ghobash, 1 Beat has inspired gyms around Dubai to follow suit, as the economy pushes businesses to be more imaginative in their continuity strategies. […]

COVID-19 passport, rapid test, face mask: ‘New normal’ for air travel?

Dubai: Travel is a meaningful part of modern life. We all love it. Or, make that loved it. When a safe, effective treatment (pill, vaccine or therapy) is out, and signs point to the reduction of COVID-19’s virulence to that of the seasonal flu, the travel industry will fly again, say experts. Until then, what would be […]

Uber is reducing workforce by 14% and signals more cuts to come

Uber Technologies Inc. will eliminate 3,700 jobs and permanently close 180 driver service centers, the first in a series of cost-cutting measures to be announced in the next two weeks as a response to the coronavirus pandemic. The reductions will affect 14% of staff around the world, mainly those in support and recruiting, Dara Khosrowshahi, […]