A new social media network similar to Facebook was launched in Egypt recently, under the name ‘Egypt Face’.
AI will revolutionise life as we know it, says UAE minister
“Artificial intelligence will revolutionise human life as we know it,” says UAE Minister of State for AI Omar bin Sultan Al Olama.
Dubai commuters can now pay via mobile apps
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Network International has introduced a new service enabling the payment of taxi fares in Dubai via Samsung Pay and Apple Pay apps on smartphones.
Online payment platforms enable e-commerce growth, says Saudi authority
mada, Saudi Arabia’s domestic payment network, and Mastercard have announced the launch of a joint partnership initiative to enable online payments using Mastercard’s Payment Gateway Services technology.
Etisalat Digital announces partners for Dubai Future Accelerators
Etisalat Digital has shortlisted startups to foster digital innovation and entrepreneurship and to bring new solutions to the market as part of ‘Dubai Future Accelerators Programme.’
Tap Strap lets you type anything, anywhere
Tap Systems has invented a new wearable called Tap Strap, which lets you turn any surface into a functional keyboard.
Tahawul Tech gears up for CISO 30 Awards and Forum
Security Advisor ME’s CISO 30 Awards and Conference to spotlight projects that have demonstrated security innovation and business value.
Why UAE humidity could be something to look forward to
UK-based Veragon Water Solutions has commercially launched a technology that provides a cost-effective and sustainable source of mineralised drinking water by harnessing the humidity from the air, in the Middle East.
UAE AI goals take centre stage in Dubai
World AI Show, organised by a global business events company Trescon to focus on artificial intelligence (AI), is gearing up for the launch of the first leg of the series in Dubai.
Municipal waste will soon power homes and buildings in Dubai
The system will transform the city’s solid waste into a source of energy by using artificial intelligence and without resorting to traditional means of shipping. Doing so serves the Municipality’s objectives to address current and future waste-related challenges and maintains sustainability.
Dubai gears up to take on future city challenges
The fourth edition of Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA) has been launched with the participation of 12 government bodies and in cooperation with the world’s most innovative companies.
Police release video of fatal Uber accident
The video footage of a fatal collision between an Uber self-driving vehicle and a pedestrian has been released by the Arizona Police on Wednesday, as investigators probe the accident that has put new focus on the safety of autonomous vehicles.
Saudi Arabia signs cybersecurity programme deal with US university
The Saudi Federation for Cyber Security and Draper University have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding, according to The Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.
“I’m really sorry this happened,” says Facebook’s Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg apologised for the data debacle that has upended Facebook and left the door open to testifying before Congress, in a recent interview with CNN.