Microsoft has announced the Coco Framework, a first-of-its-kind innovation that will advance enterprise adoption of blockchain technology. Current blockchain protocol technology …
TRA upgrades Fednet security systems
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority has announced the completion the Federal Network (FEDNet) security systems upgrade in a step aimed at …
Nanjgel: People, processes and technology define security
Jude Pereira, MD, Nanjgel Solutions, says building a robust security strategy comes down to people, processes and technology. Recent ransomware …
Synology announces DiskStation DS418j
Synology has launched the new DiskStation DS418j, a budget-friendly 4-bay NAS server designed to help home and individual users to manage, …
Sony MEA and MECL plan to grow KSA business by 27% in 2017
Sony Middle East and Africa (MEA) has unveiled a new business strategy that aims to increase its regional presence and …
Telcos are willing to pay more for 5G: Gartner
The survey found that almost half the respondents intend to use 5G to access videos and fixed wireless capabilities. More interestingly, though, the majority of respondents (57 percent) believe that their organisation’s main intention is to use 5G to drive Internet of Things (IoT) communication.
NES launches fourth generation smart meter
Networked Energy Services Corporation (NES) has announced today its next generation polyphase smart meter is now available for customers. The …
Knowledge is power: SEWA chairman Dr. Rashid Alleem
When Dr Rashid Alleem was handpicked by the Ruler of Sharjah, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al-Qassimi, to lead Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority’s transformation journey in April 2014, he knew how important his work would be in driving the emirate’s critical infrastructure.
Neustar expands global partner network across EMEA
Neustar, Inc., a neutral provider of real-time information services, has expanded its international partner network across Europe and the Middle …
Ericsson joins utilities digital transformation project
Ericsson has become a member of a consortium led by the operator Zain in Kuwait. The consortiumwill carry out a …
Gigamon signs up with Exclusive Networks for EMEA
Exclusive Networks Middle East, the value-added services and technologies distributor, has announced Gigamon as the latest vendor to be added …
Abu Dhabi Investment Group acquires FP Telecommunications
ABDIG is planning to invest up to $5 billion in subsea cable projects and will restructure FPT to become a top tier worldwide subsea cable company.
UAE mobile phone service subscriptions hit 18.7m in H1 2017
The growth reflects the vibrant and robust nature of the UAE’s telecommunications sector which is considered a significant mainstay of the economy.
Epicor declares Partner Excellence Awards 2017 winners
Epicor Software Corporation, an industry-specific enterprise software solutions provider, has announced the international winners of its 2017 Partner Excellence Awards, …
Uber’s rival DiDi Chuxing seals partnership with Careem
Didi’s investment in Careem is said to further enhance its reliable transportation offerings across the region. Together, the two parties will share knowledge in intelligent transportation technology, product development, and operations.
The Entertainer debuts ‘ultimate travel companion’ app in Dubai
The announcement comes as the discount publisher expands its services towards the travel market where it aims to be the ‘ultimate travel companion,’ available in over 160 destinations worldwide
HBO demanded to pay $6m ransom in latest Game of Thrones hack
The latest release included what appear to be scripts from five “Game of Thrones” episodes – including one upcoming episode, as well as a month’s worth of emails from Leslie Cohen, HBO’s vice president of film programming.
Dubai’s ‘Montaji’ app to monitor safety of consumer products
Merchants can register their products easily through the ‘Montaji’ portal in “less than four minutes,” added Dr Mohammed, and consumers will be able to access the database to search for municipality-approved products.
D-link, Gajshield partner to tackle network security threats
D-Link Corporation has announced that it has entered into an exclusive business alliance with GajShield, a network security solutions provider …
Saudi’s SAB Holding selects IBM Cloud to run SAP apps
IBM Cloud’s SAP-certified infrastructure will provide SAB Holding with the agility and speed the company needs to keep pace with business demands