The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) of Qatar has coordinated the implementation of the second phase of the regulation on reducing …
Samsung Pay launches in the UAE
Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced the launch of its much-anticipated, flagship mobile payments service, Samsung Pay, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
UAE academic firms post ‘clear vision’ of technology’s role
Microsoft has released the findings from a new survey of nearly 100 UAE-based educators, in which they expressed the challenges and opportunities in optimising technology for the classroom as well as the skill-sets required to succeed.
UAE energy minister reaffirms technology commitment
HE Suhail Al Mazrouei, minister of energy for the United Arab Emirates, today stressed the importance of investing in new …
American University of Sharjah joins Red Hat Academy
American University of Sharjah (AUS) has announced that it has collaborated with Red Hat to create the American University of Sharjah Red Hat Academy.
GBM adopts social selling concept with LinkedIn
Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has become the first regional IT company in the GCC to adopt LinkedIn’s Sales Navigator tool …
Which countries should the GCC emulate for tech success?
The ambition of the GCC’s governments has been evident not only in their countries’ burgeoning infrastructures over the last few …
Microsoft: Skills gap main barrier to MEA cloud adoption
Microsoft has called for IT professionals across UAE and the wider Middle East to sharpen their cloud-related skills amidst a …
Dell EMC puts spotlight on Qatar’s growing tech sector
Dell EMC hosted its first event in Doha, Qatar titled, ‘Let the Transformation Begin,’ where it showcased its capabilities in the fastest growing areas of technology to help organisations in Qatar realise their digital future.
Partner business is vital: Belkin CEO Chet Pipkin
Editor Janees Reghelini catches up with Chet Pipkin, Founder and CEO, Belkin International and the firm’s META Managing Director Amanulla Khan to learn the role partners will play for its future business.
Microsoft unveils Visual Studio 2017 to regional developers
Microsoft has introduced the very latest in application development tools to the region’s software professionals, as it launched Visual Studio 2017 during an exclusive event at VOX Cinemas, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai.
Arab startups lead new generation of tech-savvy enterprises
According to a new report, a new round of entrepreneurial boom is spurring across the Arab World as more young executives take on the new roles of business owners or managers.
New Apple store expected to open in Dubai Mall
Technology giant Apple is set to unveil a mega retail store in Dubai Mall, according to a Gulf News report. This further strengthens the brand’s commitment to the region.
Microsoft addresses cyber threats with cloud solutions
Microsoft has brought together industry experts and prominent technology decision-makers to demonstrate how Gulf-based organisations can use cloud services to protect themselves against cyber-threats.
Etisalat slashes GCC roaming tariffs
Etisalat has further reduced its roaming rates for voice calls, SMS and data. Starting from 1 April 2017, Etisalat’s prepaid …
Dell expands XPS, Inspiron and Alienware portfolio
Dell UAE has unveiled new industry-first additions to its XPS and Alienware portfolio – the XPS 13 2-in-1, and the Alienware 13, 15 and 17, at GITEX Shopper Spring Edition 2017.
Global IT security leaders to gather at GISEC 2017
Cybersecurity experts from across the region and globe will come together for the Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC), which will be held from 21st to 23rd May at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).
Winners of 8th Network World Middle East Awards announced
CNME once again honoured the region’s top networking talents from both vendors and end-users at the annual Network World Middle East (NWME) Awards.
Delivering effective networking solutions to SMBs
Industry experts share strategies for resellers to deliver networking solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises, which accounts for the majority of the regional businesses.
Emirates considers on-board laptops to minimise ban impact
Emirates may offer passengers the option to loan government approved laptops for in-flight use, as the carrier seeks to soften the blow from a U.S. ban on electronics in airplane cabins.