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Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Blue Visa: UAE offers multiple-entry permit to foreigners applying for residency
The UAE has launched a 180-day permit for expats to apply for the Blue Residency visa — a 10-year residency granted to individuals who have made 'exceptional contributions and efforts' in protecting the environment. Eligible individuals outside the UAE can now apply for a multiple-entry visa valid for 180 days from the entry date, according to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP). This initiative is aimed at facilitating the completion of all necessary procedures required to obtain the Blue Residency, Emarat Al Youm reported. The Blue Residency is the first long-term residency in the UAE specifically targeting those who have made significant impacts in environmental conservation, sustainability, and clean and renewable energy whether within the country or abroad. According to the authority, the following categories are eligible to apply for this visa: The multi-entry permit to finalise the procedures for a long-term residency visa was previously extended to foreigners who wish to get a UAE Golden Visa. This service offered an entry permit for a period of 6 months, which could be extended for a similar period, to facilitate the completion of procedures for obtaining the 10-year residency. How to apply multi-entry permit Applications can be submitted through the ICP's official website and the UAEICP mobile application. The five-step application process takes around seven minutes and includes filling in personal data, attaching required documents such as: A passport valid for at least six months A personal photo Proof of eligibility Paying the fees Submit application. The service is completed within one working day once all documents are verified. The announcement follows the first phase of the Blue Residency initiative, unveiled during the World Government Summit in February, where 20 prominent individuals in sustainability were granted the residency. It forms part of the UAE's broader strategy to position itself as a global leader in climate action and innovation, following earlier long-term visa programmes such as the Golden and Green residencies.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UAE launches 10-year Blue Residency visa for global sustainability contributors
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Also Read: UAE introduces 5 new categories for Golden Visa eligibility The United Arab Emirates has started accepting applications for a 180-day multiple-entry visa from individuals currently residing outside the country. The initiative, launched by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), allows eligible individuals to enter the UAE and complete the necessary steps to obtain the Blue Residency – a 10-year visa designed for contributors in the fields of environmental protection, sustainability, and clean or renewable energy, as per a report by Gulf Blue Residency targets individuals who have made notable contributions in environmental and sustainability-related sectors. According to the ICP, the visa is open to several categories: influential figures who have positively impacted sustainability and climate-related fields; scientists and researchers with global achievements, approved by the UAE Scientists Council; investors and entrepreneurs in green sectors; and specialists working in environmental roles within UAE-based per the report by Gulf News, applications for the visa can be submitted online via the ICP's official website or mobile application. The authority has outlined a four-step process: filling in personal and supporting details, uploading necessary documents, making payment, and submitting the application. Once submitted, applicants receive a confirmation by email. ICP states the application takes about seven minutes to complete, and the service is usually processed within one working day, provided all requirements are apply, individuals need a passport valid for at least six months, a recent coloured personal photo, and documents verifying their eligibility in the sustainability field. The ICP confirmed that this service is available around the clock, following the approved terms and Blue Residency programme was first announced during the World Government Summit held in February this year. In its initial rollout, 20 global thought leaders and innovators in sustainability were granted the visa. This programme is part of the UAE's broader efforts to encourage innovation and leadership in sustainability, complementing its existing Golden and Green Residency initiative also includes an electronic nomination system for government bodies operating in sustainability sectors, allowing them to submit candidate details for ICP's approval. The UAE aims to support long-term environmental progress by attracting and retaining talent focused on renewable energy, climate change, and sustainable development.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Elon Musk says everyone will want their 'personal robot' — but warns of 'Terminator'-style risks
Elon Musk said humanoid robots would unlock "universal high income" and help boost productivity. He predicts tens of billions of personal robots, likening them to C-3PO from "Star Wars." Musk warned that AI could lead to a "Terminator"-style future if not handled responsibly. Elon Musk thinks the future belongs to robots. Speaking on Tuesday at the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh, the Tesla CEO predicted that humanoid robots could eventually number in the tens of billions, transforming the global economy. "Everyone will want their personal robot," Musk said. "You can think of it like having your own personal C-3PO or R2-D2 — but even better," he said, referring to "Star Wars" characters. With that scale of automation, Musk said productivity could soar and usher in what he called a "universal high income," where goods and services become so abundant that "no one wants for anything." Musk has skin in the robot game. He called Tesla's humanoid Optimus potentially the "biggest product ever of any kind" during a launch event for its robotaxi last October. He said Tesla aimed to make a million robots a year, although the project still faced technical and geopolitical hurdles. Musk has been making similar predictions about robots for some time. In a February interview at Dubai's World Government Summit, in which he said humanoid robots and deep intelligence will unlock the global economy's potential by providing "quasi-infinite products and services." He also made a comparable statement at an AI safety summit in the UK in 2023 that AI would eventually do "everything," making jobs optional and turning work into something done purely for "personal satisfaction." Still, in Riyadh on Tuesday, he acknowledged the risks. "You can have a James Cameron sort of movie — you know, 'Terminator.' We don't want that one," he said. "But having sort of a 'Star Trek' future would be great." Musk told the All-In podcast last year he estimated there was a 20% risk of "human annihilation" from AI. The CEO wants to bring Tesla's robotaxis to Saudi Arabia. "You can think of future cars as being robots on four wheels," Musk said. He didn't provide a timeline, though the company has said it aims to begin a robotaxi pilot in Austin in June. Saudi officials have embraced the idea, citing autonomous vehicles as part of their Vision 2030 strategy to diversify the economy away from oil. Uber is already moving ahead with robotaxi plans in the kingdom, partnering with Chinese firm and signing a new agreement with the kingdom's transport authority. Uber also owns Careem, the dominant ride-hailing app in the Middle East. Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Elon Musk says everyone will want their 'personal robot' — but warns of 'Terminator'-style risks
Elon Musk thinks the future belongs to robots. Speaking on Tuesday at the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh, the Tesla CEO predicted that humanoid robots could eventually number in the tens of billions, transforming the global economy. "Everyone will want their personal robot," Musk said. "You can think of it like having your own personal C-3PO or R2-D2 — but even better," he said, referring to "Star Wars" characters. With that scale of automation, Musk said productivity could soar and usher in what he called a "universal high income," where goods and services become so abundant that "no one wants for anything." Musk has skin in the robot game. He called Tesla's humanoid Optimus potentially the "biggest product ever of any kind" during a launch event for its robotaxi last October. He said Tesla aimed to make a million robots a year, although the project still faced technical and geopolitical hurdles. Musk has been making similar predictions about robots for some time. In a February interview at Dubai's World Government Summit, in which he said humanoid robots and deep intelligence will unlock the global economy's potential by providing "quasi-infinite products and services." He also made a comparable statement at an AI safety summit in the UK in 2023 that AI would eventually do "everything," making jobs optional and turning work into something done purely for "personal satisfaction." Still, in Riyadh on Tuesday, he acknowledged the risks. "You can have a James Cameron sort of movie — you know, 'Terminator.' We don't want that one," he said. "But having sort of a 'Star Trek' future would be great." Musk told the All-In podcast last year he estimated there was a 20% risk of "human annihilation" from AI. The CEO wants to bring Tesla's robotaxis to Saudi Arabia. "You can think of future cars as being robots on four wheels," Musk said. He didn't provide a timeline, though the company has said it aims to begin a robotaxi pilot in Austin in June. Saudi officials have embraced the idea, citing autonomous vehicles as part of their Vision 2030 strategy to diversify the economy away from oil. Uber is already moving ahead with robotaxi plans in the kingdom, partnering with Chinese firm and signing a new agreement with the kingdom's transport authority. Uber also owns Careem, the dominant ride-hailing app in the Middle East.
Express Tribune
13-05-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Expats can now apply for UAE Blue Residency with multi-entry 180-day permit
UAE and other Arab states condemned the Israel attack on Iran. PHOTO: AFP Listen to article The United Arab Emirates has introduced a 180-day multi-entry permit to facilitate the application process for the country's newly launched Blue Residency visa, a 10-year residency granted to individuals with outstanding contributions to environmental sustainability, according to Khaleej Times. The announcement was made by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP), which confirmed that eligible applicants outside the UAE can now apply for the permit via the ICP website or mobile app. The move aims to ease the completion of procedures necessary to obtain the long-term residency. The Blue Residency, announced earlier this year during the World Government Summit, is the UAE's first long-term visa targeting climate and environmental contributors. It complements existing initiatives such as the Golden and Green residency programmes. According to the ICP, eligibility for the Blue Residency includes: Influencers with notable impact in climate-related fields Scientists and researchers approved by the UAE Council of Scientists Entrepreneurs and investors in environmental sectors Innovators and elite professionals working in government or private environmental institutions 'The service is completed within one working day once all documents are verified,' the ICP stated. Applicants must provide a passport valid for at least six months, a personal photo, proof of eligibility, and pay the necessary fees. The five-step application process reportedly takes around seven minutes to complete. Previously, a similar multi-entry permit was made available for foreigners applying for the UAE's Golden Visa. That service also provided a 6-month validity period, extendable once, to allow completion of visa formalities. The Blue Residency is part of the UAE's broader national strategy to position itself as a global hub for climate innovation and environmental action. During its launch phase in February, 20 prominent individuals in the field of sustainability were awarded the residency.
