Dr. Mansour Al Awar, Chancellor of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and the Chairman of the Governing Board …
United Nations selects Dubai as data hub for MENASA region
As a result, Dubai is now in a direct position to inform and drive progress towards the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Yas Island installs 16 Tesla chargers
According to a recent report by WAM, Yas Island will be installing 16 new Tesla chargers at Yas Mall and Yas Island theme parks.
eHosting DataFort invests in data centre upgrades
Managed hosting and cloud infrastructure services provider eHosting DataFort (eHDF) has announced investments over AED 20 million in its T3 …
MoF, FAHR launch smart government project ‘e-link’
‘E-link’ has been launched to enhance financial planning and cash forecasts, support federal budget automation, contribute to financial sustainability in ministries and federal agencies, and ensure the efficient allocation of financial resources and optimal use of modern technologies.
Jumbo Electronics reveals special DSS offers
One of the regional omnichannel retailers in the UAE, Jumbo Electronics, has announced a range of competitive offers and promotions …
3D-printed model aids doctors in saving Omani woman’s life
The model of the patient’s brain dilated arteries helped doctors at Rashid Hospital in Dubai plan the complex surgery.
Brand Builders: Rising stars of the regional IT marketing
Intelligent marketing strategies have the ability to put a brand on the map and increase its sales and reputation considerably. …
Regional blockchain innovator ArabianChain raises AED3M in funding
ArabianChain, the first company in the region to develop a public and decentralised platform for Smart Contracts on Blockchain, has announced that its raised a funding worth AED 3 million in the latest round.
Etisalat announces AAE-1 submarine cable
Etisalat has announced the Asia-Africa-Europe-1 (AAE-1) undersea cable, which according to the company is the largest global submarine cable system bringing additional international capacity to UAE connecting Europe and Far East.
Dubai Future Accelerators seeks new wave of innovators
Run by Dubai Future Foundation, the third cycle will be held over nine weeks starting in October this year, and will see government entities joining hands with the private sector to develop ideas that integrate cutting-edge and 4th Industrial Revolution-inspired technologies.
Etisalat exits Nigerian market
Etisalat has reportedly terminated a management agreement with its Nigerian arm and given the business time to phase out the telecoms brand in Nigeria.
Tesla opens Sheikh Zayed Road store, service centre
The new 17,000 square feet store and service centre is located just off Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite to the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Metro Station.
SIDDCO Plastics implements Epicor ERP
Epicor Software Corporation has announced that SIDDCO Plastics (SPL), a subsidiary of SIDDCO Group, and one of the largest high-density polyethylene (HDPE) bottle manufacturing facilities in the UAE, has implemented Epicor ERP to automate processes, streamline its supply chain, improve quality, and reduce costs.
Smart Dubai, FCSA to collaborate for a ‘sustainable future’
The meeting stressed the need to work diligently and dedicate smart initiatives in all sectors to contribute to sustainable development and achieve the strategic goals in accordance with the vision of the leadership.
Dubai SME, Souq.com launch e-commerce initiative for SMEs
As part of the agreement, the two organisations will work together to provide Dubai SME members with integrated e-commerce solutions comprising online product display, e-payment, product delivery and logistics support.
Data breaches cost $4.94M in the Middle East: IBM study
IBM Security has announced the results of a Middle East study exploring the implications and effects of data breaches on businesses located in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Security Advisor ME Readers’ Choice Awards voting now open
Voting for the second annual Security Advisor Middle East Awards is now open.
Elshimy: Dubai OpenLab can drive digital transformation
Huawei’s recently launched OpenLab Dubai now sits as its regional hands-on hub for experiencing public safety, smart city and oil …
OMA Emirates enhances Mashreq POS terminals
OMA Emirates has recently completed the deployment of Ingenico Point of Sale (POS) terminals for Mashreq Bank in the UAE.