Veeam® Software announced that Gil Vega has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Vega, whose previous experience includes serving as …
Saudi Arabia enables “holistic Hajj” journeys with smart tech
Saudi Arabia is adopting smart technologies to help Hajj pilgrims at all stages of their religious journey, according to local media reports.
New tech platform to revolutionise vehicle rentals in the UAE
Beno Technologies, a youth-led technology company based in the UAE, has launched its newest initiative, Beno, an innovative platform aimed at revolutionising the vehicle renting sector.
Huawei Middle East’s President on the US dispute and plans in the region
Despite the challenges posed by a US entity list ban, Huawei’s President in the Middle East says that the region …
All-women eSports Festival kicks off in Dubai
The GIRLGAMER Esports Festival has opened at the Meydan Grandstand. Being held from 19th to 20th February, the event celebrates and promotes women’s competitiveness in esports.
Oman TRA shares plans to accelerate 5G deployment
The Oman Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has held a workshop on accelerating the development of 5G connectivity in the Sultanate.
How Avaya is transforming CX in the cloud
In this month’s cover story, CNME Editor Mark Forker spoke to Ahmed Helmy, International CTO at Avaya, to find out …
Dubai tests new tech that charges electric vehicles while in motion
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the test-run of the dynamic wireless charging of electric vehicles and buses in motion using the Shaped Magnetic Field In Resonance (SMFIR) technology in Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Smart Dubai unveils new book on UAE’s journey to becoming a digital nation
Authors Dr. Saeed K. Al Dhaheri and Ranjit Rajan have collaborated with Smart Dubai to publish a book on the digital transformation of the UAE.
Dubai Police unveils 5G-enabled patrol cars
Dubai Police, in cooperation with Etisalat, has unveiled the first 5G-enabled smart patrol in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Why Visa is investing in Fintech
As Visa acquires Fintech company Plaid for $5.3B, Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario takes a look at the state of Fintech …
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GSMA cancels MWC 2020 over coronavirus concerns
The GSMA, the organiser of the world’s largest mobile trade show, Mobile World Congress (MWC) has announced the 2020 edition …
How UAE University seeks to bridge the digital skills gap
Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario spoke to Dr Maryam Al Yammahi, Assistant Professor in Computer science, UAE University to discuss the digital skills gap and how the university is hoping to solve it.
Galadari Brothers taps Oracle to transform workforce
Galadari Brothers, one of UAE’s largest conglomerates with businesses spanning automotive, retail, publishing and hospitality industries has selected Oracle Human …