Gulf Software Distribution’s General Manager, Philippe de Mazieres, outlines the company’s first year of operations and plans for 2017. Gulf …
Bloomberg: Amazon walks away from Souq.com deal
Amazon.com Inc. and India’s Flipkart Online Services Pvt have walked away from talks to acquire Dubai-based Souq.com following disagreements over price, according to Bloomberg.
Apple to invest $1 billion in SoftBank’s tech fund
The new technology fund is part of SoftBank’s $100 billion “vision fund” that it aims to launch this year, which will be based in London and will make investments in startups around the world.
How willing are enterprises to spend on network development?
How aggressively will the region’s enterprises spend on network development over the coming 12 months, and are they ready to introduce widespread automation into their infrastructure?
The exponential digital growth of The Entertainer
For Dubai’s savviest shoppers, diners and fun-lovers, The Entertainer is a faithful companion. Since adding a mobile app to accompany its voucher booklet in 2014, the company that offers consumers thousands of two-for-one deals has seen its digital presence soar. CIO David Ashford has spearheaded the technological transformation that now defines the company.
Middle East mobile phone market continues to decline
The Middle East mobile phone market suffered its third consecutive quarter-on-quarter decline in Q3 2016, according to the latest IDC figures.
AlJammaz Distribution, STC Business launch reseller programme
This partnership, according to both companies, will enable STC Business to establish reseller community and expand the IT channel in Saudi to market and sell STC Business products and services.
Commvault Channel Director: Partners are keen on services
Wael Mustafa, Channel Director MESAT, Commvault, elaborates on partners’ interest to deliver around services.
HTC launches e-commerce site for UAE
This is the first HTC e-commerce site in the Middle East and Africa region where customers will be able to access the entire range of HTC smartphones and accessories.
Al-Futtaim Engineering and Technologies appoints new CEO
Al-Futtaim has announced the appointment of Dr. Hayan Sayed as Chief Executive Officer of Al-Futtaim Engineering and Technologies.
Amazon in talks to buy Souq.com
Amazon.com Inc is said to be in discussions with Souq.com over a $1 billion purchase of the Dubai-based online retailer.
Amazon said to be pursuing Souq.com in $1bn deal
Amazon.com Inc is said to be in discussions with Souq.com over a $1 billion purchase of the Dubai-based online retailer.
Ericsson: 20 million 5G subscrıptıons in the region by 2022
Ericsson has released its Mobility Report for the Middle East and North East Africa, which predicted that 5G subscriptions will reach 20 Million by 2022 in region.
Honeywell names Burj Khalifa as the ‘smartest’ building in the UAE
Honeywell named the Burj Khalifa as the UAE’s ‘smartest’ building at the Middle East’s smart building awards presentation at the Innovation Live! Summit held in Dubai.
TAQNIA Cyber receives Microsoft ATC certification
Koenig Solutions has revealed that its partner, TAQNIA Cyber, has been granted Microsoft Authorised Training Centre certification, allowing them to join the ranks of Microsoft’s Learning Partners authorised to deliver Microsoft Official Courses (MOC).
Noon set to launch in the UAE and KSA
With an initial investment of $1 billion, Noon will launch in the UAE and KSA markets and will soon cover the entire Middle East region rapidly.
$1 billion e-commerce platform set to launch in the UAE and KSA
With an initial investment of $1 billion, Noon will launch in the UAE and KSA markets and will soon cover the entire Middle East region rapidly.
Oracle study reveals need for increased collaboration within organisations
A recent study conducted by Oracle revealed that 72 percent of Gulf state respondents said lines of business and IT teams must collaborate for the enterprise cloud model to succeed.
A10 Networks appoints new Regional Director for MENA
A10 Networks has announced the appointment of Mohammed Al-Moneer to the position of Regional Director, Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Logicom named Microsoft OEM and FPP for entire Gulf region
Logicom, a regional distributor of technology solutions and services, has expanded its distribution agreement with Microsoft to include UAE, Kuwait, and Oman, thus covering the entire Gulf region.