The Oman Information Technology Authority (ITA) has reportedly launched the third edition of its summer IT training programme.
UAE transfers AED 1 billion wages via e-system
Around AED 1 billion ($272.2 million) worth of wages was transferred through the UAE Wages Protection System (WPS) during the period from 2013 through 2017, according to the recent figures by the Central Bank.
du offers residents free unlimited video calls
du is offering a 15-day free trial of the BOT-IM and C’me apps when customers subscribe to the Internet Calling Pack service.
Smart home farms to enhance food security in the UAE
The UAE Office for Future Food Security and Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) have announced a strategic partnership to enhance food security in the country.
Etisalat to make Dubai “the safest place in the world”
UAE telco Etisalat has teamed up Dubai Future Accelerators to issue a challenge focused on reducing crime and road congestion using artificial intelligence.
DarkMatter, GEMS mould future AI talents
Ajyal Talent Management, part of the DarkMatter Group, has announced the launch of its second artificial intelligence (AI) summer course for students.
Dubai Police, TRA push for quicker emergency response
The General Operations Administration of the Dubai Police and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, have discussed the use of “Advanced …
Dubai sets sights on launching world’s first Court of the Blockchain
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have partnered with Smart Dubai to create the world’s first Court of the Blockchain.
Failure to clearly identify IIoT endpoints create security risks: study
The discrepancy in defining IIoT endpoints is the basis for some of the confusion surrounding responsibility for IIoT security.
Dubai RTA app now features Apple Pay
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched Apple Pay feature enabling customers using iPhones to process the payment of several fees in a quick and safe environment via RTA Dubai app.
UAE-based finance firm strengthens digital services
Al Hail ORIX Finance has formed a strategic partnership with UAE-based fintech payments company Monami Tech to deploy Monami Tech’s technology for SAMA’s business and consumer lending project.
Data breaches cost Saudi Arabia, UAE firms up to $5.31M
A study by IBM Security has revealed that the average total cost of a data breach in Saudi Arabia and UAE combined is $5.31 million, a 7.1 percent increase since 2017.
Kuwait residents can now buy sun-flame grilled Whoppers
With its very own solar powered gadget, Burger King took advantage of Kuwait’s infamous scorching heat through their very own solar powered gadget.
Summer heat increases UAE kids’ time on their devices: study
With schools closed over the summer, young children and teenagers will spend most of their time on their devices – increasing their average online activity to eight hours per day, a recent study highlighted.