The US Department of State has reportedly chosen Virgin Hyperloop to represent the United States at the upcoming Expo 2020 in Dubai.
20 innovative tech solutions on spotlight at second FinTech Hive
FinTech Hive at DIFC has marked another milestone in its continued support for financial innovation with the completion of the 2018 edition of its accelerator programme, launched in collaboration with Accenture.
Vantage point: Avaya on open SIP innovations
Ard Verboon, senior director product management, Avaya, elaborates on the firm’s devices strategy and how it is innovating in the …
Conquering speed through the power of tech
How Mercedes has managed to be on top of the F1 racing season this year thanks to its key tech …
GCC nations poised to become global leaders in 5G networks: report
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Arab States are set to be global leaders in the deployment of 5G networks, with all six markets expected to launch 5G mobile services in the next two years, according to recent reports.
Dubai DED inks deal to accelerate transition to cashless society
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and Visa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help grow the UAE’s consumer eCommerce sector by encouraging more merchants to take their businesses online, and educating consumers on the benefits of digital payments and shopping and paying online.
AI is a key tool for human development, says UAE minister
Artificial intelligence and advanced technologies are key tools for humanity, according to Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for AI.
Investors pulling back tech investments on the rise: report
Tech stock redemptions have totalled $1.5 billion in the past week, the biggest since February 2015, according to a Reuters report.
FinTech poised to reshape future financial markets: study
Investments in Gulf-based fintech startups are expected to reach $ 2 billion in the next decade, compared to a mere $ 150 million invested in the last 10 years, according to a new study by MENA Research Partners (MRP), a leading research company in the region.
Siemens, Aruba team up to bridge gap between OT and IT
Siemens and Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, have announced a strategic partnership focused on bridging the Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) worlds.
Tech takeover in legal sector is inevitable, says expert
With technology already having a significant impact on UAE legal processes, STA Law Firm states that the use of attorneys for lawsuits and compliance is under threat, while the practice of obtaining legal counsel for contract execution will soon be a practice of the past.
Emirati Captains can use private vehicles under Careem’s new initiative
Careem, in collaboration with TransAD, has introduced a new programme to provide flexible and safe income earning opportunities to Emiratis and sons and daughters of Emirati women living in Abu Dhabi.
SupplyVan announces White Friday sale for MRO products
SupplyVan.com is an e-commerce platform that sells a wide range of products such as power tools, hand tools, safety, electricals, …
Pure Storage launches new cloud data services
All-flash storage firm Pure Storage has announced Pure Storage Cloud Data Services, a suite of new cloud offerings that run …
Three things to consider when buying flash storage
The advantages of all-flash storage and why Huawei OceanStor all-flash storage is an ideal choice for mission-critical business.
UAE Museum of the Future to open doors in 2020
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced the completion of the Museum of the Future’s building structure.
UAE accelerates drive to make country “cyber-attack free”
The Telecommunications and Regulatory Authority (TRA) of the UAE, represented by the Computer Emergency Response Team, aeCERT, has secured a …
UAE inks deal to advance space training in Bahrain
The United Arab Emirates Space Agency (UAESA) has signed a Declaration of Principles with Bahrain’s National Space Science Agency (NSSA) and the UAE’s Khalifa University, for the Training of the Bahrain Space Team.
UAE-based Yahsat launches MYSAT-1 CubeSat to the ISS
Yahsat, UAE-based global satellite operator, wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology, a research university …
Tesla opens up Model 3 orders in China
Tesla Inc has started taking orders for its Model 3 sedan in China for a deposit of 8,000 yuan ($1,153.60), …