Saudi Arabia has recently announced a royal decree to establish an artificial intelligence (AI) centre, which is aimed at enhancing the drive toward innovation and digital transformation in the Kingdom.
Nutanix helps Saudi-based Gulf Stevedoring future-proof operations
Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO), a port operator in the Saudi Arabia, has announced that it is leveraging Nutanix software to increase IT capacity to support growing operations across Saudi port facilities.
Dubai RTA, Careem team up to expand e-hailing services
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially announced its latest partnership with the homegrown ride-hailing service firm Careem.
MENA’s first robotic fulfillment centre opens in Dubai
Based in Dubai, the centre provides full back-end solutions using the latest in robotics, AI and software platforms to support the supply chain and logistics industry.
Saudi ICT strategy to bring $13 billion boost for economy
Saudi Arabia’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Strategy will contribute $13.3 billion to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) over the coming five years.
Dubai’s fintech ecosystem poised to reshape the future of finance: report
Dubai has reportedly been recognised as the seventh FinTech location globally for economic potential, highlighting Dubai’s efforts to support and expedite sustainable economic growth.
Huawei fuels ICT talent development and 5G awareness in Saudi Arabia
Huawei, in collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), has hosted a dedicated 5G onboard training programme at MCIT’s headquarter.
First-ever Emirati astronaut to bring UAE heritage and culture to space
The UAE is set to make history on 25th September, when the nation’s first-ever astronaut Hazza Al Mansoori takes off to space for his mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
Saudi Arabia calls for increased tech innovation to combat cyber-attacks
Increasing foreign cyber-attacks on Saudi Arabia are pushing for more institutionalisation by developing national cadres specialised to combat threats, according to cybersecurity expert Eng. Samer Omar.
DEWA, Huawei boost collaboration in AI and digital transformation
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Huawei have recently held a strategic summit focused on increasing cooperation on investments and exchanging insights on disruptive technologies such as AI.
Abu Dhabi Global Market to hit the road to find new global fintech talents
Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has announced that FinTech Abu Dhabi’s global tour will be reaching even more cities ahead of the main event in Abu Dhabi in October 2019.
HPE builds supercomputer to help NASA send humans back to the moon
HPE has custom-designed a new supercomputer for NASA’s Ames Research Center to support modeling and simulations of entry, descent, and landing (EDL) for the agency’s missions and Artemis programme.
UAE leads Arab region in e-government and mobile services maturity
The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab region in Government Electronic and Mobile Services (GEMS) Maturity Index, according to a report issued by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)
Seera Group streamlines online booking experiences with Salesforce
Riyadh-based Seera Group (formerly Al Tayyar Travel Group) has opted Salesforce to digitally transform and enhance travel booking experiences for millions of travellers.