Eco-Impact
Dubai Launches Longevity Authority to Boost Healthy Ageing Economy
By EI News Bot • 3 min read
• 12 Jun 2026
Emirates has confirmed that it will maintain its current flight schedule despite regional disruptions, while rolling out Starlink internet across a larger share of its fleet to boost passenger connectivity and differentiate its service offering.
Dubai’s autonomous ride‑hailing service expands to the upscale Jumeirah and coastal Umm Suqeim districts, offering residents a glimpse of driverless mobility backed by local regulator approval and partnerships with global tech firms.
As autism identification climbs across the region, Emirati entrepreneurs are launching affordable screening tools and tele‑health platforms, aiming to close gaps in access and reshape the care market for families and insurers.
Apple’s latest Siri upgrade lets iPhone owners convert unstructured text, such as emails or flyers, into calendar entries with a single voice command, a feature that could streamline family scheduling and boost productivity across the UAE.
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is set to off‑load a Rs 1,944 crore stake in eyewear retailer Lenskart, marking a swift portfolio shift after SoftBank’s recent divestment. The move underscores ADIA’s focus on liquidity and strategic rebalancing amid a dynamic regional.
Dubai and Abu Dhabi properties led the 2026 GM Awards, securing top honours for energy efficiency, waste reduction and innovative green design, underscoring the Gulf’s growing commitment to eco‑friendly hospitality.
The UK government is urging major platforms to strengthen safeguards against the sharing of explicit images by young users, a move that could reshape content‑moderation policies and influence global tech‑sector investment.