Oracle’s shares jumped more than five per cent, beating analysts’ expectations, after the company signaled growing demands from its cloud-based services.
Dubai to get driverless transport network
Dutch technology firm 2getthere has been awarded the contract to deliver a new automated vehicle system in Dubai.
Uber rival, Grab, boosts R&D strategy
Ride-hailing firm Grab, the main rival of Uber in Southeast Asia, has recently announced plans to build two new research and development (R&D) centres and add 800 developers over the coming two years.
Veeam introduces accredited service partner programme
Veeam Software has announced the launch of Veeam Accredited Service Partner (VASP), a programme that highlights a select list of partners, distributors, system integrators and freelance IT consultants.
SAP announces $200 million investment in the UAE
SAP SE has recently announced a five-year $200 million investment in the UAE, underpinning objectives outlined by the UAE Vision 2021 plan to create economic diversity and jobs for youth.
Redington Value, Gemini partner for Big Data
Redington Value has announced an agreement with Gemini to distribute purpose built solutions for Big Data and security across the META region, including the Gemini sbox appliance, a secure appliance for Splunk.
Dell EMC to host META Executive Partner Summit
Dell EMC has announced the launch of its first ever META Executive Partner Summit 2017, which will be held at the Hilton Mauritius Resort and Spa from 15th to 17th March.
Misaligned incentives are working against cybersecurity
Intel Security, in partnership with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), has released a global report called, “Tilting the Playing Field: How misaligned incentives work against cybersecurity.”
Thales to upgrade Dubai Metro Red Line
Thales has announced that it was selected by Alstom, and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to deliver the systems’ extension and upgrade of the Dubai metro’s Red Line.
IDC: MEA tablet market sees decline
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) tablet market declined 24.2 percent year on year (Y-o-Y) in the final quarter of 2016 to total 3.07 million units, according to the latest figures announced today by International Data Corporation (IDC).
GBM and Omnico partner to build Middle East opportunities
GBM has entered into a strategic partnership with the Omnico Group to sell the latter’s suite of point-of-sale engagement software and services products to customers in the retail, hospitality, and destination markets in the Middle East.
Three ways to automate work on the go
The great work your teams are putting out is what will help move your business forward. If you’re part of a growing company, that acceleration can be exciting: new customers, new projects and a brighter future. The downside is that growth often brings complexity.
Epicor announces new MEA sales VP
Epicor Software Corporation has announced the appointment of Monzer Tohme as Regional Vice President, Sales, Middle East and Africa (MEA).
SAS names new EMEA VP
SAS has promoted Riad Gydien to Regional Senior Vice President role for the South and East EMEA regions.