Kuwait’s central bank has issued regulatory guidelines for companies wishing to experiment with new financial technology products and services.
GCC nations poised to become global leaders in 5G networks: report
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Arab States are set to be global leaders in the deployment of 5G networks, with all six markets expected to launch 5G mobile services in the next two years, according to recent reports.
Samsung leads GCC smartphone market: report
Smartphone shipments to countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) increased for the first time since Q1 2017, according to a recent report.
Samsung’s first quad camera smartphone now available in the UAE
Samsung Gulf Electronics has unveiled the latest Galaxy family, the Galaxy A9.
Saudi-based e-commerce site iPhady announces White Friday deals
iPhady, a Saudi Arabia-based e-commerce site and subsidiary of Al Falak Electronic Equipment & Supplies Co, has announced the fifth edition of its promotion, the “White Friday” Sale, which is running from 20th November to 27th November.
UAE-based Virgin Mobile MEA mulls IPO
Virgin Mobile Middle East and Africa is exploring options including selling all or part of itself, Bloomberg reported citing people familiar with the matter.
FinTech poised to reshape future financial markets: study
Investments in Gulf-based fintech startups are expected to reach $ 2 billion in the next decade, compared to a mere $ 150 million invested in the last 10 years, according to a new study by MENA Research Partners (MRP), a leading research company in the region.
Zayed University to host inaugural Drone Synergies Global Conference
Zayed University will host the first edition of the Drone Synergies Global Conference, according to a report in WAM. The …
Careem to develop “curated routes” to promote Abu Dhabi tourism
UAE-based ride-hailing firm Careem has reportedly signed a partnership deal with Abu Dhabi to collaborate to enhance the tourist experience in the capital.
UAE makes giant leap in global ICT competitiveness
The UAE has made a new leap in the Global Competitiveness Index, GCI, according to the recent Global Competitiveness Report issued by the World Economic Forum (Davos) 2018, WAM reported.
Microsoft to accelerate Oman’s digital transformation drive
Oman’s Information Technology Authority (ITA) has joined forces with Microsoft in the agency’s ongoing efforts to digitally transform the nation, that is in line with Oman Vision 2040, established by the royal directive of Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said.
Future food factories will be driven by data: experts
Food manufacturers must learn to collect, analyse and utilise data across the entire manufacturing supply chain if they are to survive and thrive, experts said during food and technology conference in the UAE.
Bahrain authority recognises InfoWatch’s contribution to cybersecurity
Russian information security company InfoWatch Group has been recognised at the Bahrain Technology Awards, which was held during GITEX Technology Week.
Honeywell opens new Technology Experience Center
Honeywell has announced the official opening of an innovation hub at the company’s regional headquarters in Dubai.
Unifying data management
Bahaa Salah, Managing Director, Gulf and Near East, Ingram Micro, discusses how regional customers must move forward by giving data …
Energy efficiency innovations drive UAE’s $72 billion energy market
Schneider Electric has announced that energy efficiency innovations are enabling the UAE’s $72 billion worth of energy investments during the recent Innovation Day Dubai.
Government, education sectors see highest data leak incidents: report
InfoWatch Group has released a report on confidential data leaks from organizations in the Middle East, covering the period from 1st July 2017 through 30th June 2018.
Mitigating risks
Samer Semaan, Value-Add Distribution Manager, UAE & Gulf at Dell EMC, urges regional enterprises to invest in robust security solutions …
RAKBANK to tie-up with three new fintech firms
UAE based RAKBANK says it is in the process of tying up with three new fintech firms, in an attempt …
Security in the driving seat for IT innovation in UAE: experts
Security solutions firm RSA has announced its 2019 security predictions shedding light on the trends that will dominate the cybersecurity landscape in the region.