Dubai Police has recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emaar Properties to set up smart police stations at Emaar projects to provide all police services to tenants and owners without human intervention.
UAE-based fintech startup upgrades mWallet features
Trriple, a UAE-based fintech start-up, has added new services and features to its mobile wallet application, which is available for download on Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
Newly uncovered threat actor targets Middle East government firms
Symantec has uncovered the operations of a threat actor named Leafminer that is targeting a broad list of government organisations and business verticals in various regions in the Middle East since at least early 2017.
Facebook shares plummet over slow growth
Facebook shares took a hit after the world’s biggest social network reported weaker-than-expected user growth in the first full quarter since being rocked by a series of scandals on data privacy.
Saudis most active Snapchat users in the world: report
Over 9 million people from Saudi Arabia are active daily users of multimedia messaging app Snapchat.
Saudi Arabia digital financial platform goes online
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance has successfully launched its new digital portal Etimad, to streamline services for the public and private sector.
Deadline for Dubai’s $5 million self-driving challenge is fast-approaching
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has set the 1st August as the deadline for submissions from companies, institutions, universities and colleges to take part in the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport.
Cybercriminals gain $10M in profit from crypto schemes
The development of cryptocurrency is not only attracting investors, but also cybercriminals seeking to boost their profits, according to the latest insights from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab.
Facebook wants more people to watch videos together
Facebook has announced that it is launching Watch Party to all Groups around the globe. Watch Party is a new way for people to watch videos on Facebook together in real-time
Tech-driven mega retail destination to open in Dubai soon
Integrating online and in-mall shopping, the development is designed for the new era of digital, connected and tech-savvy customers.
HID Global rolls out world’s first secure, contactless ticketing solution
HID Global has announced that it became the first ticketing solution provider to be certified to deliver more secure, lower cost, faster contactless tickets based on an open standard called Calypso Light Application (CLAP).
Dubai accelerator to grant up to $2M to tech innovators
Techstars in partnership with GINCO Investments, and Dubai Future Foundation’s Area 2071 initiative has opened the applications for the second edition of the Techstars Dubai accelerator programme.
Siemens optimises baggage handling systems in DXB
Siemens Postal, Parcel & Airport Logistics (SPPAL) has secured a major service contract for the baggage and material handling systems at the two international airports in Dubai.
Dubai DED, Emirates Islamic Bank boost support for e-Traders
Dubai DED’s Business Registration & Licensing (BRL) sector has signed an agreement with Emirates Islamic to support holders of the e-Trader licences.