UAE banks start phasing out OTPs - what’s replacing them, and is it safer?

Meanwhile, insurance claims jump 20% after December rains - are companies paying out?

How to get more from your health insurance in 2026

Plus a Q&A on your consumer rights with Ahmad Ahli from Dubai Consumer Protection

You travel rights explained - refunds, delays, and cancellations made clear

UAE banks start phasing out OTPs - what&rsquo;s replacing them, and is it safer?
Meanwhile, insurance claims jump 20% after December rains - are companies paying out?
How to get more from your health insurance in 2026
Plus a Q&amp;A on your consumer rights with Ahmad Ahli from Dubai Consumer Protection
You travel rights explained - refunds, delays, and cancellations made clear

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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RIP of the OTP

That's what exactly happened to one Dubai community not once, but twice, and the recent one is on New Year's Eve. We hear the story from resident Ruth Dance.

We also speak with Ateis Middle East's Phil Witts to learn about alarm units connections and obligations.

From this week, the country's ban on single-use plastics has expanded dramatically. We ask, are businesses ready for this ban? What alternatives are available?

We also discuss big news out of CES 2026 in Las Vegas: humanoid robots and Nvidia's Alpamayo

And do you miss the old Blackberry phone? There's something similar to it... 

That's what exactly happened to one Dubai community not once, but twice, and the recent one is on New Year's Eve. We hear the story from resident Ruth Dance.
We also speak with Ateis Middle East's Phil Witts to learn about alarm units connections and obligations.
From this week, the country's ban on single-use plastics has expanded dramatically. We ask, are businesses ready for this ban? What alternatives are available?
We also discuss big news out of CES 2026 in Las Vegas: humanoid robots and Nvidia's Alpamayo
And do you miss the old Blackberry phone? There's something similar to it...&nbsp;

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Smart glasses under scrutiny - Are they cool tech or a privacy threat? We speak to a legal expert warning of their misuse for harassment and stalking.

What does UAE law say? - Tech lawyer Dino Wilkinson, a smart glasses owner himself, explains the local legal landscape.

20 years of leadership - We mark two decades of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai.

Adulthood at 18 - A new law sets 18 as the legal age of adulthood in the UAE. What does it mean for civil rights?

Big year for UAE brands - How long-term residents are reshaping local brand culture in 2026.
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Smart glasses under scrutiny - Are they cool tech or a privacy threat? We speak to a legal expert warning of their misuse for harassment and stalking. What does UAE law say? - Tech lawyer Dino Wilkinson, a smart glasses owner himself, explains the local legal landscape. 20 years of leadership - We mark two decades of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum as Ruler of Dubai. Adulthood at 18 - A new law sets 18 as the legal age of adulthood in the UAE. What does it mean for civil rights? Big year for UAE brands - How long-term residents are reshaping local brand culture in 2026. Why the world&rsquo;s going beige - Inside Pantone&rsquo;s Colour of the Year and the rise of neutral aesthetics

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A New Year means new Emiratisation targets of 8 per cent and in an added twist announced over the last few days - a 6,000 dirhams a month minimum wage for Emiratis.  We'll find out what that means for the recruitment sector with expert John Fitzpatrick.

Plus what does 2026 hold for us? We'll do our annual chat with renowned futurist Dr Noah Raford, and look back on his predictions from 2025 to see if he got it right!

And do the phrases goblin mode or rage bait mean anything to you? Well, they were crowned as words of the year in 2025.

Meanwhile - warnings over AI are growing as leaders and pioneers raise fears about control, safety and the future of artificial intelligence.

Some experts suggest AI is showing signs of self-preservation. So do we need to worry? 

A New Year means new Emiratisation targets of 8 per cent and in an added twist announced over the last few days - a 6,000 dirhams a month minimum wage for Emiratis.&nbsp; We'll find out what that means for the recruitment sector with expert John Fitzpatrick.
Plus what does 2026 hold for us? We'll do our annual chat with renowned futurist Dr Noah Raford, and look back on his predictions from 2025 to see if he got it right!
And do the phrases goblin mode or rage bait mean anything to you? Well, they were crowned as words of the year in 2025.
Meanwhile - warnings over AI are growing as leaders and pioneers raise fears about control, safety and the future of artificial intelligence.
Some experts suggest AI is showing signs of self-preservation. So do we need to worry?&nbsp;

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