Digital security firm Gemalto has today announced the final closing of the acquisition of data and software protection firm SafeNet, following approval by the relevant regulatory and antitrust authorities.
Yoon draws rosy IoT picture
Samsung officially opened the International CES on Monday evening with a keynote that painted a rosy picture of the Internet of Things but offered little substance except that vendors must be “open” and work together to make it all happen.
Catch 22
The role of the CIO is changing. Mere firefighting is no longer enough, with business objectives expected to be given greater importance than technical tasks. We investigate how IT leaders can drive business value through their work, and ensure their objectives are aligned with those of their employees.
IBM announces 11 new cloud centres
IBM is building out its global computing network in a bid to focus on the enterprise cloud market, announcing that it is adding cloud centres in 11 new locations.
Irish companies showcase technology expertise in the Middle East
The regional arm of the Irish government organisation, Enterprise Ireland Middle East, which is responsible for the development and growth of Irish enterprises in world markets, has hosted 25 Ireland-based technology companies during a visit to the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Digital dose
Vignesh Unadkat, Director of IT and Promotions, Thumbay Group, was exposed to computers at an early age. Since then, his zeal for technology has only grown. This interest has become a passion for him, and a key asset to Thumbay Group.
Beneath the surface
Submarine cables are the unseen lattice that make communication across the globe possible. Their impact is felt by Internet and mobile users everywhere. How will this network of cables grow in the future?
Intel to combine PC and mobile divisions
Intel will combine its PC and mobile processor divisions under one roof, reflecting a changing market in which the line between tablets and laptops has blurred.
Data defence
Suni Munshani, CEO, Protegrity, discusses the evolution of data security in a dynamic business environment.
Healthy foundations
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi won’t see its first patient until 2015. However, the clinic is already redefining healthcare in the region. Michael Reagin, CIO, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi explains some of the revolutionary technology and techniques the clinic plans to offer.
Google parts with former Android chief
The corporate shakeup at Google continues and now it’s Andy Rubin, the former head of the company’s Android business and the current head of its robotics arm, who’s out.
Twitter, IBM form analytic apps partnership
IBM and Twitter have announced a partnership that will merge Twitter’s massive flows of social media data with Big Blue’s analytics software, including Watson.
Dynamic defence
After a long summer break, CNME kicked off its long-anticipated event season with the return of the fifth annual Enterprise Security 360 Roadshow. Reaching Riyadh, Dubai and Doha, the show covered a range of issues that are never far from the thoughts of Middle Eastern CIOs. CNME reports from the UAE leg of the show.
Mindware revamps logo, announces new vendor partnerships
Regional distributor Mindware has recently announced its rebranding, new vendor partnerships and the launch of the company’s mobile app to its partners and customers in the region.
Insights to data security
Protegrity, a global provider of data-centric enterprise data security solutions, including advanced tokenisation and encryption solutions for databases, applications, Big …
Sustaining profitability
Mohammad Mobasseri, CEO, emt Distribution, on how to maintain a steady business growth.
Flash frenzy
Mohammed Amin, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager, Turkey, Eastern Europe, Africa, and Middle East, EMC, discusses the varied benefits of …
EMW joins Catavolt partner programme
EMW has joined announced its entry to enterprise application mobility firm Catavolt’s partner programme.
IBM offloads semiconductor unit to GlobalFoundries
IBM will sell the semiconductor technologies unit that makes its Power processors to Abu Dhabi-owned GlobalFoundries, paying the chip manufacturer about US$1.3 billion to take two factories off its hands in a move to erase losses.
Smart moves
CNME’s Deputy Editor Annie Bricker sits down with the marketing mind behind Pepsi, Apple and now, Obi Mobiles: John Sculley.