France’s data protection watchdog fined Alphabet’s Google $57 million (EUR 50 million) for breaching European Union online privacy rules, the biggest such penalty levied against a US tech giant.
UAE Mars Mission on track for 2020 lift off
The UAE has set the launch date between 14th July to 3rd August 2020 for its unmanned space mission to Mars, according to Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).
Dubai-Abu Dhabi Hyperloop to cost “$20-40 million per kilometer”
The world’s first commercial hyperloop system, which is set to open in Abu Dhabi in 2020, will cost between $20 million to $40 million per kilometer, according to Hyperloop TT chairman Bibop Gresta.
Dubai launches new Smart Grid Station
The Dubai Smart Grid Station is part of DEWA’s efforts to implement technologies which link smart buildings for the exchange of information, improve energy and water efficiency, and optimise renewable energy in smart cities.
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OpenWorld Middle East: Oracle’s flagship event arrives in Dubai
Oracle has announced that its flagship event, OpenWorld, will for the first time take place in Dubai on 11th and 12th February 2019.
Bahrain TRA hails telecommunications sector’s progress
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority’s (TRA) Board of Directors has commended the organisations latest efforts in developing the telecommunications sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Dubai to spotlight AI’s role in safety planning for future cities
Live-action firefighting and emergency rescue operations, drone demonstrations, and a revamped conference discussing Artificial Intelligence, safety planning for cities of …
Microsoft’s global annual tech conference is coming to Dubai
Microsoft has announced that its global annual technology Conference “Microsoft Ignite” is enroute to the Middle East and will be held in Dubai on March 27-28 this year.
SCOPE Middle East, Garland Technology ink regional distribution deal
Garland Technology, a manufacturer of network test access points (TAPs) and packet broker solutions has announced a new regional distribution agreement with SCOPE Middle East.
UAE consumers demand for “SuperService” from organisations: study
Four-in-five UAE consumers expect an immediate response from the organisations and vendors they contact—part of a growing demand for ‘SuperServe’ customer engagement.
Batelco debuts private route to boost Gulf connectivity
Batelco, the digital solutions provider in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the enhancement of its Batelco Gulf Network (BGN) by adding a new protected route over the network.
UAE telco promotes patient safety with blockchain
du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), has announced its latest Blockchain Platform as a Service (BPaaS) solution to build the UAE’s first Patient Safety Blockchain Solution.
Abu Dhabi’s Masdar brings solar power to “off-grid” communities
Masdar, the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, has positioned itself in the commercial off-grid energy sector by increasing its capacity to rapidly deploy solar kits in off-grid communities around the world.
Abu Dhabi entity teams up with Cisco to fast-track digitisation initiatives
Cisco and Abu Dhabi Smart Solutions and Services Authority are collaborating on a variety of initiatives to fast-track digitisation across sectors including Business Innovation and Smart Cities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.