Uber has removed its self-driving cars from the streets of San Francisco. Authorities threatened legal action if Uber didn't get special permits for the cars. Uber’s experiment lasted just one week, in its home town of San Francisco. The authorities said the cars required permits, which Uber did not obtain. But Uber said its cars didn’t need permits as a driver and technician were in the car in case of any issues, but the Department of Motor Vehicles insisted on the permits.
dnata launches three major infrastructure projects worth $110m
dnata is to launch three major facility launches as part of global infrastructure investments exceeding $110 million (AED 404 million), as the air cargo industry gathers in Dubai for the World Cargo Symposium.
Dubai International Airport retains top spot in international passenger traffic
Dubai International Airport has maintained its position as the world’s busiest airport in terms of international passenger traffic for 2024, according to a report released by the Airports Council International (ACI) World.
Dubai awards AED 1.4 billion contracts for stormwater infrastructure
Dubai is stepping up its stormwater drainage infrastructure, with Dubai Municipality awarding contracts worth AED 1.43 billion for four major projects under the 'Tasreef' initiative.
Tariffs on imported semiconductor chips coming soon, Trump says
US President Donald Trump said he would be announcing the tariff rate on imported semiconductors over the next week, adding that there would be flexibility with some companies in the sector.
UAE pavilion opens its doors to world at Expo 2025 Osaka
The UAE has marked the opening of its national pavilion at Expo 2025, Osaka, in the presence of Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Special Envoy of the UAE to Japan, Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State.
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