David Marcus is stepping down from the board of directors at cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, citing his new assignment at Facebook leading the social media giant’s blockchain strategy.
Apple productions could face delays after virus attack
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), which makes chips for Apple’s iPhone is back in full production after being infected with malware at the weekend.
UAE innovation ambassadors receive hands-on experience from global universities
The Ministry of Education’s Ambassadors 2018 initiative has reported that over 300 students recently visited six elite universities as “Innovation Ambassadors.”
Dubai on track to becoming the “world’s smartest city”
Dubai has snagged the top spot as the ‘Most Innovative City’ in the region in 2thinknow’s 2018 report.
Oman data centre operator to offer Cisco security services
Oman Data Park (ODP) and Cisco have announced that ODP has deployed Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) as part of its ODP Managed Security Services for end point protection.
Canon appoints Logicom as new distributor
Canon Middle East (CME) has signed a distribution agreement in Jordan with Logicom, a regional distributor of technology solutions and services.
Thousands of Android devices get stolen every month: study
An average of 23,000 Android devices are being reported lost or stolen per month, according to the latest figures from Kaspersky Lab’s Anti-Theft feature in its Kaspersky Internet Security for Android.
Fintech innovators to take centre stage in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has opened the second edition of the FinTech Abu Dhabi Summit.
DEWA teams up with UAE telco to introduce new services
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has signed an agreement with Etisalat to provide discounts and offers to its customers through its DEWA Store.
UAE to kick-off government hackathon series in India
India and the UAE have reportedly signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote the use of digital technology for better governance, officials said.
Huawei taps Ivanti to maximise endpoint security for enterprises
Ivanti and Huawei have announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a partnership that will address the increasing security and service demands of the companies’ multinational customers.
Elon Musk hit by lawsuits over Tesla tweet
Two lawsuits have reportedly been filed against Tesla and Chief Executive Elon Musk by investors.
Dubai’s first-ever digital-only bank introduces new service
Liv., the lifestyle digital bank by Emirates NBD aimed at millennials has announced that they are working with Al Etihad Credit Bureau (AECB) to provide customers easy and instant access to their AECB Credit Score.
UAE arms over 600 students with AI skills
“AI is a gateway to building and shaping the future,” said Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, AI, and Deputy Managing Director of the Dubai Future Foundation.