China’s cyber watchdog has reportedly deleted more than 7 million pieces of online information as well as 9,382 mobile apps.
Abu Dhabi introduces digital soil examination service
The Department of Soil Engineering, a branch of the Department of Building Permits of the Abu Dhabi Municipality, has introduced its digital soil examination service, WAM reported.
Dubai RTA wins regional award for self-driving vehicle code
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Best Public-Private Project Award during the recent Gulf Traffic Exhibition and Conference held recently in the Dubai World Trade Center.
Dubai crown prince inks deal to open Fourth Industrial Revolution centre
The UAE has signed an agreement with the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos to establish the Emirates Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).
OPPO bolsters investments into GCC 5G market
China-based smartphone firm OPPO has reaffirmed its commitment to the region’s 5G ecosystem through substantial new investments and technology trials.
du spotlights IoT, blockchain offerings for healthcare industry
Du has showcased its latest transformative eHealth offerings as part of the Dubai Health Authority’s (DHA) 2019 Dubai Health Forum.
Multinational retail giant reduces food waste with tech
Retail giant Carrefour has chosen SAS Viya to optimise its supply chain as part of the company’s global transformation plan to better meet customer expectations through advanced technologies.
SANS Dubai to address cybersecurity skills shortage in Middle East
SANS Institute has announced that it is holding its next renowned immersion-style Cyber Security Training programme in Dubai to address the region’s growing cybersecurity skills shortage.
Avaya opens ENGAGE 2019 user conference
Avaya has opened its annual Avaya ENGAGE conference for the global community of contact centre and unified communications users, and introduced new innovations to simplify and enhance converged business communications.
Dubai retail giant teams up with will.i.am to deliver AI-powered innovations
Dubai retail giant Majid Al Futtaim has partnered Los Angeles-based technology company, I.AM+, founded by innovator and global music artist, will.i.am.
UAE telco sets new record with $10 billion portfolio value
Etisalat has become the first Middle East group to break the $10 billion barrier in terms of wider portfolio value, the company announced.
UAE Banks Federation turns to tech to combat cheque fraud
UAE Banks Federation (UBF), in coordination with UBF IT Committee, has hosted a workshop dedicated to UBF member banks to address a new and innovative approach in combatting cheque fraud.
Emirates passengers can now plan entertainment playlists ahead of flight
Dubai’s flagship airline Emirates has introduced an innovative new function on its app to allow customers to create bespoke playlists ahead of their flight and sync it to their seats once on board.
Dubai, Saudi oil giant to foster digitisation in energy sector
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Saudi Aramco to foster collaboration on energy and smart grid innovations.