With the deadline fast approaching, many GCC organisations are yet to begin the processes, risk lagging behind and facing penalties.
Russian hackers could launch a global cyber-attack: US and UK officials
Russian hackers are reportedly targeting millions of devices around the world to spy, steal information and build networks in preparation for future cyber-attacks, the US and UK have revealed.
First commodities-backed digital currency launches in Dubai
Freedium, during the Dubai Blockchain Forum, has announced the launch of first commodities backed digital stable currency tracking the US Dollar.
Toyota wants cars to “talk” to each other
Toyota Motor has reportedly announced plans to start selling US vehicles that can talk to each other using short-range wireless technology in 2021.
Google to boost digital skills among Arab youth
Google has announced the launch of an Arabic online learning platform as part of the firm’s efforts to help people in MENA find jobs and advance their careers or grow their businesses.
Dubai Economy first government entity to digitise invoicing processes
Dubai has launched a new initiative to digitise supplier submittal of invoices and manage supplier invoices online through the online portal eSupply.
Big Data, AI to propel aerospace industry
Big Data, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are powering exciting innovations across the aerospace industry, many of which are happening in the background, invisible to everyday airline customers.
Emirates NBD rolls out blockchain-based cheques
Emirates NBD has become the first to successfully go-live at scale with ‘Cheque Chain’, integrating blockchain technology to reduce cheque fraud.
German minister calls for accelerated investments in electric car tech
Germany’s Economy Minister Peter Altmaier, in a recent interview, highlighted that the country’s automotive industry must invest heavily in electric car technology and develop battery production facilities in Europe to keep up with global competitors.
Autonomous vehicle market to surpass $173B in five years
The autonomous vehicle sector is expected drive demands for technologies such as virtual voice assistance; centralised domain architectures; improved vision and depth-sensing solutions; artificial intelligence powering development, testing and validation; and the rise of shared mobility platforms, according to Frost & Sullivan.
Microsoft Surface Book 2 to bring more power to mobile users
Microsoft has recently unveiled the Surface Book 2, a hybrid device designed for delivering power, versatility and portability.
Global IT professionals lack security confidence: report
A new survey had revealed that less than half of all organisations were able to detect a major cybersecurity incident within one hour. Even more concerning, the study found that less than one-third said that even if they detected a major incident, they would be unable to contain it within an hour.
University-based drone academy opens in UAE
The first university-based drone academy in the UAE has recently been inaugurated by the American University of Sharjah.
UAE mulls creation of unified national e-mail
The Ministry of Justice has reportedly reviewed the establishment of a unified national e-mail for all individuals and institutions in the country.