Western Digital (WD) and Tegile Systems have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Tegile, a …
Abu Dhabi-based AI firm secures funding from UAE, US and Europe
A company that uses artificial intelligence to convert data into usable documents has completed a seed funding round led by …
Security Advisor ME recognises excellence in IT security
The second annual Security Advisor Middle East Awards saw prominent players in the information security industry, including private and public sector CISOs and CSOs, gather in the UAE to celebrate achievements from the regional IT security space.
UAE-based fintech company secures US funding
Now Money is a smartphone app that offers bank transfers, remittance, and other services to migrant workers in the Gulf region unable to afford traditional bank accounts. It aims to provide access to affordable financial services for everyone.
Digital firm Intigral joins SAMENA Telecommunications Council
Intigral, a digital entertainment and customer engagement solutions provider, has become the latest member to join the organisation, which includes telecom operators, technology providers, digital service providers, and specialist firms.
Altavant Consulting partners with Mi9 Retail
Altavant Consulting, a retail innovation broker in providing services and technology that are intuitive and designed to ignite customer conversion, …
SoftBank Vision Fund pumps $4.4 billion into WeWork
Japan’s SoftBank and its Saudi Public Investment Fund-backed Vision Fund have agreed to invest a combined $4.4 billion into New …
Sabari Indian School deploys Wi-Fi for eLearning
Sabari Indian School, a Dubai-based school offering CBSE curriculum has implemented a wireless infrastructure from Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise …
Uber targets Saudi businesses with new platform
The company claims that the new version of Uber for Business will save companies money by automating business travel.
Screening digital signage prospects
Binoj Nair, senior marketing manager, B2C Marketing and Direct Sales, Canon Middle East, gives an overview of the digital signage …
Omantel completes $846.1 million Zain stake purchase
Omantel has won the bid to acquire 9.84 percent of Zain’s issued share capital, representing a total cash value of …
A notable comeback: Samsung launches Galaxy Note8
Samsung, during a special event in New York, has last night launched the latest addition to its Galaxy Note series – the Note 8.
DHL eCommerce signs up FarEye as technology partner
The partnership is aimed at enhancing its customer experience, optimising its resources and delivering its brand promise ‘real-time’.
Review: HTC U11
HTC’s latest offering, the U11, has an impressive list of specifications from an innovative design to a swift performance, making it one of the most capable mobile device in the market today.
Hulu taps AWS as cloud provider
Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company has announced that Hulu has selected AWS as its cloud provider, and leveraged AWS to launch its new, over-the-top (OTT) live TV service.
BT, Dell EMC team up to enhance network traffic management
BT and Dell EMC have announced a research collaboration agreement dedicated to exploring a new way of managing network traffic.
Gartner identifies ‘megatrend’ trio to shape next decade
Gartner’s Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies 2017 report has named three distinct megatrends that the firm says will enable businesses …
Evolve – Digital Transformation Forum
Digital transformation is defined as the methodology enterprises can use to transform and create new business models and culture with digital technologies.
HTC launches e-commerce store for Saudi consumers
Through the new HTC store, visitors will now be able to browse and buy the entire range of HTC smartphones and accessories, such as the flagship HTC U11 smartphone, and other devices within the HTC U and Desire ranges.
Mobily signs $653 million deal to develop Saudi network
ETIHAD Etisalat (Mobily) signed an agreement to develop its mobile network in different regions around the Kingdom with three international …