The project will develop and integrate the ‘SmartPass’ service of the UAE Federal Government with the ‘Dubai ID’ service into a single system, allowing users to access federal and local government services, by logging in once, from any location, and processing transactions digitally.
WaveX selects ArabianChain blockchain-based smart contracts
Based in the UAE and with operations in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, ArabianChain enables governments, enterprises, startups and individuals to use blockchain-based tools and languages and build their transactions and contracts on its platform.
HH Sheikh Mohammed launches UAE strategy for AI
This is the first such strategy of its kind – not only in the region, but in the entire world – to promote government performance and create an innovative and highly-productive environment by means of investing in AI.
RTA unveils latest Smart Drive app updates
The app now boasts several additional features, including displaying landmarks more attractively and interactively, updating the UAE map, and displaying the locations of metro and tram stations, bus stations, water transit stations, and parking areas in Dubai.
Young guns: Why millennials will redefine the GCC tech industry
By 2050, 54 percent of the region’s population is expected to be under 36 years of age. How will this growing influx of millennials shape the future of technology in the Middle East?
MENA IT security spending on track to hit $1.8bn in 2017: Gartner
The growth for security services will be driven by ongoing skills shortages in the information security domain as well as increased awareness of threats.
DEWA, Emirates NBD join forces to collaborate on IoT, AI-driven projects
The MoU enhances collaboration in implementing projects that promote innovation and improve services provided to customers. It also aims to exchange knowledge and expertise in digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
When will Blockchain take off in GCC enterprises?
So much of our day-to-day life now revolves around the Internet. We shop online; we communicate online; we bank online …
DEWA launches tech investment firm in Silicon Valley
JEI Silicon Valley will primarily look for opportunities linked to research and development, R&D, and innovation.
TRA seals MoU with ICDL Arabia to enhance digital security awareness
As per the three-year agreement, the two parties will work to broaden the IT skills and competencies of government employees as ordinary users, to enable them to effectively use IT in office work.
RTA tests new app for on-demand bus service
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled an on-demand bus service via a smart app, branded MVMANT. The first …
Mashreq Bank transforms banking experience with Avaya
Avaya and Mashreq Bank will work closely together to integrate the latest technology trends, including robotics, analytics, cloud and e-channels, into existing Mashreq Bank’s digital services.
Huawei introduces ‘Boundless Computing’ strategy to drive DX
The strategy comes as the result of Huawei’s commitment to creating greater, more tangible value for its customers pioneering the digital transformation.
Dell EMC partners with DAFZA for cloud migration project
This latest collaboration aims to power the ambitious vision to provide transformative ICT services to all stakeholders, in line with DAFZA”s strategy to leverage frontline technology solutions to develop and deliver accelerated digital services