The inevitability of blockchain technology transforming the global sports business has been brought sharply into focus by talks between experts …
BT speeds up access to Google Cloud
BT has announced the launch of a new service to provide organisations with simple, direct and fast access to Google Cloud Platform.
OPPO F9 Starry Purple edition now available in UAE
OPPO has launched the Starry Purple edition of its F9 smartphone across different retail stores in the United Arab Emirates …
Dubai DED turns to AI to boost consumer protection
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai has formed a strategic partnership with AI and IoT firm BooleanLAb to establish an advanced market monitoring and inspection system for the emirate.
Abu Dhabi Ports ramps up blockchain adoption
Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, Maqta Gateway, has announced that it will carry out its first testing of international blockchain solution Silsal with a maritime operator in partnership with MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company.
Smart Dubai rolls out first national digital identity
Smart Dubai, in partnership with the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority (TRA) has launched UAEPASS, a National Digital Identity and Signature Solution for all citizens, residents and visitors, to access different federal and local online services.
World’s first Russian digital innovation hub to open in Dubai
Dubai Internet City (DIC) and the Russian Export Center (REC) to launch the first Russian Center for Digital Innovations and Information and Communication Technologies outside of Russia in Dubai.
Dubai begins week of online-only transactions
Service centres operated by Dubai Government will close for a week from Sunday in a bid to promote boost smart transactions in the emirate.
Cisco takes Abu Dhabi Airport into a new era of digitisation
Cisco and Abu Dhabi Airports have signed an agreement that will give the UAE capital’s airport the commercial benefits on Cisco solutions in support of its digital transformation strategy.
Free WiFi coming to Dubai taxis soon
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and du are set to embark on a joint project to fit all taxis in Dubai, about 10,800 cabs, with free Wi-Fi service.
Abu Dhabi accelerates services with new digital payment platform
The Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority (ADSSSA) formally launched its ‘Abu Dhabi Government Digital Payment platform’ (ADPay).
Dubai-based tech unicorn secures $200 million in fresh funding
Middle East ride-hailing company Careem had reportedly secured $200 million in fresh funding from existing investors, Reuters reported.
UAE Ministry of Defence goes digital
The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Injazat Data Systems to support the ministry’s e-system.
Tabuk University becomes first Fortinet Network Security Academy in Saudi Arabia
Fortinet, a global leader in broad, integrated and automated cybersecurity solutions, today announced that Tabuk University will be the first …