Facebook has announced that its Spark AR platform is moving out of its Instagram publishing closed beta enabling users to create and publish their own AR effects.
How to combat data misuse in the social media era
Industry experts discuss how social media platforms should be regulated to combat misinformation and prevent the inappropriate use of personal data.
Four out of 10 consumers would give up social media to guarantee lifetime data privacy
Almost half (47 percent) of consumers in META would give up their social media accounts to guarantee their data remains private for the rest of their life, according to a recent study by Kaspersky Lab.
Emirates NBD teams up with Dubai Police to raise cybersecurity awareness
Emirates NBD has announced a joint initiative with Dubai Police – the launch of a UAE-wide #secureyouraccount campaign, aimed at raising public awareness and education on cybersecurity.
Data breaches and misuse to fuel demand for AI forensic experts: report
Trust in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions is plummeting as incidents of irresponsible privacy breaches and data misuse keep occurring, according to a recent report.
Amazon overtakes Apple and Google as world’s most valuable brand
US retail giant Amazon is now the world leader in terms of brand value, eclipsing both Apple and Google, according to a recent report.
David Hanson: can machines become human?
David Hanson has embarked on a mammoth task – building machines that are as human as human beings themselves.
UAE launches ‘One Million Jordanian Coders’ initiative
The UAE has launched the ‘One Million Jordanian Coders’ initiative in the Jordanian capital Amman, marking a step forward in the mutual commitment of the UAE and Jordan to promoting partnerships and knowledge sharing.
Cutting through the AI noise
AI is already driving value across a range of business functions, writes Ahmed Helmy, CTO, Avaya International.
5G would not be “4G on steroids”, says experts at Dell Technologies World
Just a fraction of the potential uses of 5G connectivity have even been thought of, a specialist in the field has said at the annual Dell Technologies World gathering in Las Vegas.
“AI is not about robots, it’s about our future,” says expert
Executives do not always fully grasp the inner workings of Artificial Intelligence even though it’s crucial for the long-term health …
Travis CEO on bridging communication gap
In a detailed conversation with TahawulTech.com, Lennart van der Ziel, CEO, Travis, explains how the firm aims to bridge communication …
DEWA adds instant voice chat to virtual employee Rammas
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has added an instant voice chat feature to its virtual employee Rammas, in both Arabic and English, through DEWA’s smart app.
“Make your staff hack-conscious”: world renowned hacker at GISEC 2019
GISEC – the Middle East’s leading cybersecurity event – opened yesterday with a stark warning to the region’s businesses: make …
Middle East’s largest cybersecurity event to open in Dubai
As the UAE continues to lead the way as MENA’s foremost technology hub, GISEC – the region’s largest cybersecurity event …
Breached or not breached: GBM on navigating the regional threat landscape
Hani Nofal, vice president, Intelligent Network Solutions, Security and Mobility, Gulf Business Machines, shares top insights on how organisations can navigate the regional threat landscape.
Veritas Vision Solution Day 2019: shining the light on dark data
Data management, digital transformation and security were on the agenda as Veritas brought its Vision Solution Day conference to the …
Google, Amazon targeted in EU unfair digital practices rules
European Union regulators have reached a broad agreement on new digital platform rules aimed at stopping unfair practices by online platforms and app stores, Reuters reported.
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Unlocking AI’s business value: CIO 100 keynote
HPE’s director of channel and alliances Kinda Baydoun on ‘HPE Solutions to unlock business values of artificial intelligence (AI)’ resonated well with the audience.
How partners can leverage social media
Industry experts share insights on the opportunities social media offers to regional partners for marketing strategies. The growth of social …