The COVID-19 pandemic has severely disrupted global supply chains, grounded flights and forced businesses to embrace the concept of ‘remote …
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Facebook launches $100M programme for small businesses amid coronavirus crisis
Facebook has announced that it’s creating a $100 million grant programme for small businesses.
ToTok launches ToTok Pay
ToTok, an instant messaging app used regularly by more than 20 million people across the world, has launched ToTok Pay, …
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UAE to provide free internet to support distance learning
UAE telcos Etisalat and du are reportedly providing free internet data via mobile phones to families who don’t have internet at home, the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) said.
Huawei, Deloitte publish whitepaper on combating COVID-19 with 5G
In collaboration with Huawei, Deloitte has published a new whitepaper discussing how key features of 5G can synergise with other …
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Big Tech joins forces to fight COVID-19 misinformation
Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Reddit, Twitter, and YouTube have issue a joined statement on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak to fight …
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ServiceNow releases COVID-19 emergency response apps
ServiceNow announced a customer care plan to support its public and private sector customers in managing the COVID-19 pandemic. As …
AI helps organisations grow profits 80% faster: study
Global research highlights how organisations are capitalising on emerging technologies, such as AI, to enhance finance and operations for competitive …
Better together: a look at Dubai’s first Women in Tech community
CNME sat down with Ming Hu, Yasmine Fadel and Roxana Jula, the women behind Dubai’s first Women in Tech community, …
Ten AI predictions for 2020
Emma Hitzke, Senior Product Marketing Director, Emerging Tech, Oracle, reflects on what to expect with AI in 2020 with these …
Ooredoo accelerates cybersecurity in Oman with new deal
Ooredoo, the Sultanate’s digital partner of choice for businesses, has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Security Services Group (NSSG).
HPE unveils ‘5G-as-a-service’ suite
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced a new portfolio of as-a-service offerings to help telecommunications companies build and deploy open 5G networks.
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Apple shuts down UAE stores amid coronavirus outbreak
Apple has announced the temporary closure of all of its stores outside of Greater China, including those in the UAE, until 27th March.
du supports UAE’s remote learning initiatives
du has announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Education to support remote learning and online educational platforms for students and faculty members.