The Dubai Police will soon have eyes all over the emirate with the launch of its latest smart security project. …
Dell mulls acquisitions or possible IPO: report
Dell Technologies is exploring a range of options that could see the world’s largest privately held technology company grow further …
UAE artificial intelligence plan takes the spotlight in Davos
The UAE’s artificial intelligence strategies took the spotlight at the annual meeting in Davos as government ministers present the country’s experiences in adopting technologies for shaping the future.
Intel’s solution for Meltdown raises more questions than answers
Intel chief executive Brian Krzanich has recently informed investors that the company plans to release silicon with built-in mitigations to the Spectre and Meltdown vulnerabilities later this year.
Ministry of Interior launches fire safety service
The UAE’s Ministry of Interior has launched a service that will see the installation of fire alarm systems that will …
Can AI predict when a new hire will quit?
New pattern matching tech takes aim at predicting how long new hires will stay, potentially saving employers billions per year. But has AI really cracked the code on employee retention?
Google parent Alphabet launches cybersecurity firm
Alphabet has launched a new business unit on Wednesday that will sell cybersecurity software to Fortune 500 companies, the latest …
RTA flaunts use of AI in traffic management at staff workshop
These workshops are part of the UAE leadership’s vision to harness AI technologies and innovation in leveraging the smart transformation towards ranking Dubai the smartest and happiest city in the world.
The Dubai banking CEO with a PhD in AI
The banking industry in the GCC will not promote senior executives who fear or are ignorant of technology, says Commercial …
How self-driving networks can enable partners
Kristian Kerr, EMEA head of channels, Alliances and Commercial, Juniper Networks, discusses how self-driving networks can help channel partners embrace …
Unlocking business prospects in Kuwait
Kuwait was recently classified as an emerging market by global index provider FTSE Russell, reflecting the country’s progress across verticals. …
Xerox’ new solution to help partners improve profitability
Xerox has introduced a software solution that helps authorised channel partners increase customer satisfaction by providing remote print management to …
KSA to use KPIs for economic performance
Saudi Arabia has launched a unique tool for measuring the country’s performance trajectory across a range of KPIs in relation …
How to keep your company’s most valuable assets
If you wait until a valued employee’s exit interview to find out why they’ve decided to move on, you’ve missed out not only on keeping a productive member of your team but on a golden opportunity to identify obstacles and challenges within your organisation.
Philips Middle East names new CEO
The health technology vendor, Royal Philips has announced the appointment of Özlem Fidancı as Chief Executive Officer for the company’s operations …
‘Half’ of UAE work functions ripe for automation
Almost half of the UAE’s workplace activities are susceptible to automation, with similar figures for Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, an …
UAE TRA warns public on hoax regarding VPN use
The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has denied rumours that residents will face a 5,000 dirham fine for using a VPN. …
6 ways hackers exploit machine learning tools
Machine learning algorithms will improve security solutions, helping human analysts triage threats and close vulnerabilities quicker. But they are also going to help threat actors launch bigger, more complex attacks.
UAE citizens lose AED 3.86 billion from cybercrime
Hackers stole AED 3.86 billion from 3.72 million consumers in the UAE last year, according to the 2017 Norton Cyber …
Digital buildings to get safer and smarter
As Intersec 2018, Siemens has demonstrated how buildings can be designed, operated and controlled digitally to boost safety, security, comfort …