The UAE is working with Saudi Arabia’s central bank to develop a joint digital currency to be used for cross-border transactions between the two nations.
Vertiv: 2018 will see the advent of Gen 4 data centres
The next-generation data centre will exist beyond walls, seamlessly integrating core facilities with a more intelligent, mission-critical edge of network, …
ADGM-regulated $2 billion feeder fund for India launched
Next Orbit Ventures (NOVF) ESDM, the newly launched Abu Dhabi-based fund established under the Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM) jurisdiction, …
Careem introduces ‘Assist’ car service in Abu Dhabi
Careem has introduced its fleet of special car type Assist to serve the Abu Dhabi community of people of determination.
Google to open China AI research hub
Google has recently announced that it will be opening an artificial intelligence centre in China.
OSN launches digital platform ASLI
OSN has announced the launch of its latest digital offering, ASLI, which is set to become the region’s first free …
Oman’s 4G speed ranked the fastest in Arab world: report
Oman outranked several advanced countries’ 4G speeds, such as the US, France, the UK, Germany and Sweden in addition to all Arab countries.
Toshiba, Western Digital settle legal dispute over $18B chip unit sale
According to reports, both firms have agreed to withdraw all claims against each other which ensures “all parties are aligned” on the sale to a consortium led by Bain Capital.
Saudi looks for new electronic warfare tech
Experts discussed the latest trends in electronic warfare and ways to counter those threats at the Fifth Electronic Warfare Conference …
HH Sheikh Mohammed: Arab world must adapt
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai …
STC selects Qualys to deliver security and compliance solutions in Saudi Arabia
STC and Qualys have announced an agreement to deliver a regionally hosted, cloud-based security and compliance platform to secure global digital transformation for enterprises throughout the Saudi Arabia.
UAE attains membership at International Charter on Space and Major Disasters
The UAE has reportedly become the first-ever Arab-Islamic country to become an official member of the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters.
Delta Partners-backed Aricent acquired by Altran
Engineering and R&D services provider Altran has entered into an agreement to acquire Delta Partners-backed Aricent, a “digital leader” in …
Abu Dhabi Police tests drones for search and rescue
Developed by the UAE University, the technology being utilised by the Abu Dhabi Police could be used for helping people in emergencies and to find residents if they get lost in remote areas.
HH Sheikh Hamdan named as a LinkedIn Influencer
LinkedIn Influencers are selected to join this programme by invitation only, and comprise of 500+ of the world’s foremost thinkers, leaders, and innovators.
Verizon 5G launch due for H2 2018
Ericsson has been selected to provide networking equipment for the commercial Verizon 5G launch, the firms have announced. Verizon 5G …
MBRSG: UAE organisations must adapt in new age
The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG) has released the Open Source Leadership 2017 report of the United Arab …
MedTech Symposium: MENA healthcare set for transformation
UAE-based diversified conglomerate Crescent Enterprises, hosted a MedTech Symposium, under the theme ‘Enabling Innovation. Enhancing Impact’ to explore emerging opportunities …
Mubadala commits to 15 Silicon Valley firms in SoftBank partnership
Mubadala deputy group chief executive Waleed al-Muhairi has announced that the Abu Dhabi state investor has made ’15 to 16 investments’ in technology firms.
Individual investors top financiers of Saudi tech startups
Individual investors have the biggest stake in Badir incubated startups in the innovation and modern technology field at SR30 million, …