The Research Council of Oman has recently unveiled the country’s National Innovation Strategy and highlighted the importance of leveraging innovation initiatives as catalyst for change within the Sultanate.
Ministry issues life-saving digital prescription order
The Ministry of Health and Prevention has issued an order directing doctors practicing in UAE private medical facilities to issue …
Saudi Arabia signs $10 billion deal to kick-start NEOM
Saudi Arabia and Egypt have reportedly signed an agreement to set up a $10 billion joint fund to develop the Kingdom’s upcoming mega city.
UAE finds greener pastures indoors
The UAE has launched the region’s first vertical farm, Basia Farms, which opened on Sunday featuring the latest hydroponic technology and vertical farming techniques.
Amazon bolsters smart home security offerings with latest acquisition
Amazon has reportedly agreed to buy Ring, maker of security cameras and Internet-connected doorbells.
Kaspersky Lab, Ingram Micro partner to deliver advanced security
Cybersecurity player Kaspersky Lab and regional distributor Ingram Micro have announced a partnership to bring the latest offerings from the vendor …
Middle East to pump more cash into SoftBank Vision Fund
SoftBank Group could potentially get more investments from the Middle East as it pushes to reach its $100 billion fundraising target for its private equity fund that aims to target the technology sector.
Masdar clean tech projects help fuel UAE’s innovation vision
As the UAE marks Innovation Month in February, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, Masdar, is accelerating the commercialisation of clean technologies at home and abroad.
Abu Dhabi flaunts drones’ potential
The third editions of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) and Simulation Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX) are set to …
CNME, ManageEngine to spotlight IT’s role in digital future
CPI Media Group is delighted to announce confirmed lineups for its upcoming technology roadshow held in partnership with ManageEngine. The …
UAE Ministry of Economy launches smart e-platform for SMEs
H.E. Eng. Sultan Bin Saeed Al Mansoori, UAE Minister of Economy, has launched a new electronic platform to help serve …
Autonomous driving to be “on the market” by 2020: Bosch
Bosch’s Vehicle Motion and Position Sensor (VMPS) technology will be on the market by 2020, said Nico Radike, who works on chassis systems control and passive safety and sensors for the technology.
Hackers could exploit AI to mount attacks, experts warn
The report claims that malicious uses of AI could lead to driverless car crashes, or result in commercial drones being converted into targeted weapons.
Redington reveals new global look
Redington, the $6 billion distribution and supply chain provider for international brands in the IT and mobility sectors, has unveiled …
UAE’s #PostWisely campaign shows dangers of sharing tragedies online
The videos illustrate and highlight the harmful and unethical nature of sharing pictures and videos of negative situations such as accidents, bullying, pranks, and other ill-fated incidents on social media.
Dubai-based Careem buys online restaurant listing platform
Middle East ride-hailing firm Careem has announced that it has acquired RoundMenu and will start trialing food delivery services through …
Abu Dhabi summit to spotlight AI in healthcare
The Summit crowns the continuous efforts and in-depth studies that provide Abu Dhabi with a prominent position in the medical, scientific and technological fields, Sheikh Hazza said.
Google takes on Snapchat with its own ‘stories’ feature
This is a recently launched addition to the AMP Project that provides content publishers with a “mobile-focused format for delivering news and information as visually rich, tap-through stories,”
Sending humans on a one-way mission to Mars will soon be a reality
Mars Scientific City – a first-of-its-kind Dubai-based project that will simulate life on Mars – is set to help find the answers needed to sustain human life on the Red Planet.
Ex-Samsung CTO joins Google to lead IoT business
Alphabet Inc’s Google has appointed Injong Rhee, former CTO of Samsung Electronics Co, to head its Internet of Things business. …