The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has successfully completed today the tests of the Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) on the …
What does 2018 hold for hardware in the Middle East?
Back in 2013, a Baird Equity Research Technology report stated, “Cloud services will drive a shrinking IT spending pie.” Now, in 2017, that statement holds true.
What will 5G mean for the UAE?
The implementation of 5G is set to revolutionise the way the UAE residents browse, download and share content on their gadgets.
TestBED: what tech innovations can GCC hospitality expect in 2018?
James Dartnell spoke to the three finalists of Marriott Hotels’ TestBED programme for technology startups, which launched in the Middle …
Has your IT team started using DevSecOps or remains old school?
urtThe primary concerns of a Software Tester are all about security and assuring a product is free of bugs and other issues. …
Why the PC will still be crucial in 2018 & beyond
Mohammed Hilili, general manager, Lenovo Gulf, KSA and East Africa, gives his take on why PCs have been a staple …
Apple and Amazon ‘in talks’ to set up Saudi presence
Apple and Amazon are having separate discussions over the prospect of opening a presence in Saudi Arabia, two sources have …
Network International partners with 3C Payment
Payment solutions provider Network International has strengthened its product proposition for the hospitality sector following a partnership with payment solution …
Challenges enterprises face in automating DevOps testing
The need for QA and security are rising with the increased rate of cyber breaches every year. To cope with …
Smart innovations boost Port Rashid transactions
Dubai Customs’ “smart innovations” have played a huge part in helping to increase the number of customs transactions in Port …
Etisalat announces successful deployment of pre-commercial 5G network
Etisalat has successfully launched a pre-commercial 5G network in certain locations within the UAE including Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Etisalat revamps roaming packages
Etisalat has revamped its roaming packs for both prepaid and postpaid customers to give them flexibility and more affordable choices …
TRA cautions against PDF malware
The UAE’s Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA) has warned of malicious PDF files sent anonymously to email or WhatsApp accounts that …
What DevOps trends to watch out for in 2018
It came, it saw and it conquered! Saying that for DevOps won’t be wrong. 2017 saw the adoption of DevOps …
Apple admits to slowing down older iPhone models
Apple has recently admitted to intentionally slowing down iPhones as they get older to prevent the devices from shutting down due to old batteries.
Ericsson to raise $370 million for 5G research
Ericsson has signed agreements for credit facilities with the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) for $220 million, maturing in 2023, and …
TRA urges UAE operators to prep for 5G roll-out
The UAE’s telecom regulator on Saturday announced the launch of IMT-2020 (5G), and asked mobile network operators in the country …
GCC patent office completes electronic payment system development
In cooperation with specialists in the patent office in Bahrain, the IT team in the patent office of the GCC …
Emaar Hospitality unveils digital transformation initiatives
Emaar Hospitality Group has unveiled three new projects for digitalisation that will leverage IoT and AI to enhance guest experience, promote organisation-wide digital innovation and drive operational excellence.
What’s next in the world of malware: Sophos’ trends and predictions
Harish Chib, vice president, Middle East and Africa, Sophos, reviews the most prominent risks from 2017, and what we can expect in 2018.