The growth for security services will be driven by ongoing skills shortages in the information security domain as well as increased awareness of threats.
IoT ranked as investment priority for 76% of MENA CIOs: SAP
More than three-quarters of the Middle East and North Africa’s digital-leading organisations will invest in Big Data and the Internet of Things in 2018, according to a study by SAP.
Ring signs new partnership with ABM for MENA
Smart home security solutions provider Ring has announced that it has signed a value-added distribution (VAD) agreement with Arab Business …
Seidor MENA implements SAP S/4 HANA at Truebell
Seidor Middle East and North Africa has been chosen by retail firm Truebell as a partner of choice for implementing SAP’s new-generation S/4HANA business suite.
Digital firm Intigral joins SAMENA Telecommunications Council
Intigral, a digital entertainment and customer engagement solutions provider, has become the latest member to join the organisation, which includes telecom operators, technology providers, digital service providers, and specialist firms.
Micromax launches Canvas 2 smartphone in MENA region
Following its initial launch in 2012, the model is making a grand comeback in its 2017 edition, targeted to disrupt the mid-range smartphone segment.
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.
Visa to foster payments innovation in MENA
Visa has announced that its Everywhere Initiative, an programme designed to encourage the development of the ‘next big thing’ in payments, will expand into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
MENA Commerce rebrands to Cognitev
Cognitev, formerly known as MENA Commerce, has rebranded with four key upgrades, including a revamped approach, advanced technology utilising artificial intelligence, a new website and a new name.
MENA e-commerce market to hit $6.7 billion in 2017: report
Online shoppers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is growing exponentially, bringing the regional e-commerce market to unprecedented expansion, according to industry reports.
SAP pledges to support MENA youth job creation
SAP, during the World Economic Forum, has announced that it will build skills and knowledge among young talents in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Third HR Tech MENA Summit opens
The third annual HR Tech MENA Summit has opened at Al Habtoor City’s the Westin Dubai. Organised by Dubai-based …
MENA users spend 57.6m more hours on Facebook during Ramadan
Facebook has shared insights and data from its IQ research that examines Ramadan consumer technology usage across the Middle East …
Microsoft’s Necip Ozyucel: MENA cloud training essential
Necip Ozyucel, cloud and enterprise business group lead, Microsoft Gulf, tells CNME why he believes cloud training is now more …
City Network, Equinix deploy public cloud service in MENA
Equinix has announced that City Network, a provider of IT infrastructure services built on OpenStack, has deployed in Equinix’s Dubai International Business Exchange (IBX).
Western Union inks deal to boost digital payments in MENA
Western Union has announced a collaboration with the Arab Federation for e-Commerce, to jointly boost the uptake of e-Commerce and digital payments in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
ISS Middle East receives accolade from SAP MENA
SAP MENA has recognised ISS Middle East for its performance in the region by according it with “NET New Name Contributor …
5 things we know about the MENA travel device ban
Announcements have been uncovered on a daily basis surrounding the electronics ban on-board aircrafts, and the impact that it will have long-term on travellers from this region. Here’s what we know so far.
Micromax rolls out products in MENA markets
Micromax Informatics has rolled out four new handsets across major MENA markets. Only a month into the partnership, Micromax and its regional channel specialist, tchannl, have set up a robust distribution network across Bahrain, Oman, Palestine, Qatar and the UAE.
MENA Retail Leaders’ conference discusses the sector’s future
The ability of retailers to put the customer at the front and centre of their business will determine the industry’s future success, according to the region’s leaders speaking today at the Retail Leaders Circle MENA in Dubai. The first day of the annual exclusive summit taking place on 6th to 7th March at The Address.