BlackBerry Limited has announced a new licensing agreement for its BlackBerry software and services to produce “secure” BlackBerry Android handsets in more global markets including India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh.
BlackBerry enhances AtHoc crisis communication software
BlackBerry Limited has updated its BlackBerry Secure offering and added eight more languages to help organisations protect personnel during a crisis without language becoming a barrier when response time is critical.
Abu Dhabi hosts ‘Cyber Resilience and Infosec 2017’ conference
The Cyber Resilience and Infosec 2017 was held recently at the Sofitel Hotel in Abu Dhabi with a focus on building an IT defence strategies for today’s enterprises.
JETRO to host Japanese pavilion at CeBIT 2017
With 118 companies and organisations participating, the Japan Pavilion will consist of three zones designed around the theme of Create a New World with Japan – Society 5.0, Another Perspective.
Review: Samsung Gear S3 Classic
If smartwatches ever become an accessory that we buy as a necessity rather than luxury, the Gear S3 will be the device to go for.
Emirates NBD implements Oracle cloud solution
Emirates NBD has reported a boost in sales performance following the implementation of Oracle cloud solutions.
Emaar backs Microsoft UAE Imagine Cup 2017
Emaar Properties has recently announced its sponsorship of the Microsoft UAE Imagine Cup 2017 student competition.
Help AG receives Platinum Partner status from Symantec
Help AG has announced that it has been awarded Platinum Partner status by Symantec under the vendor’s Secure One channel partner programme.
Dubai Computer Group organises reseller and buyer get-together
According to DCG, the event is the first step towards achieving a healthy business environment for 2017 and beyond for the IT channel business.
Saudi’s Mobily signs $2.1 billion refinancing deal
Mobily, Saudi Arabia’s second largest mobile telephone operator, said on Wednesday, 1st February 2017, it had signed a SAR 7.9 billion ($2.11 billion) refinancing facility with a group of banks, a Reuters report said.
ADCB launches digital banking centre – uBank
uBank, according to ADCB, aims to deliver a transition from conventional banking channels to a paperless digital experience using biometric authentication, a digital signature system and assistance from a Virtual Relationship Officer.
Microsoft launches Dynamics 365 in the UAE
The Dynamics 365 combines customer-relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource-planning (ERP) to support organisations in their digital transformation initiatives, enabling them to better engage with customers and empower employees.
NBAD ties up with Ripple to offer blockchain payments
NBAD has announced that it will now offer real time cross border payments on blockchain technology, a move that is intended to facilitate regional customers with simple, real time and secure way to process their overseas payments.
Cisco report: Classic attack vectors re-emerge
According to the Cisco 2017 Annual Cybersecurity Report (ACR), the security gaps in today’s organisations have led to a resurgence of “classic” attack vectors, such as adware and email spam, the latter at levels not seen since 2010.