Sophia, the world’s first humanoid robot citizen, is set to speak at a specialised professional forum of internal auditors in Dubai.
Etisalat strengthens cybersecurity unit with Help AG acquisition
Etisalat has completed the acquisition of Help AG, a privately held regional company specialising in the delivery of cybersecurity solutions and services.
Cybercriminals are increasingly turning to ransomware as a secondary source of income: report
FireEye has released the FireEye® Mandiant® M-Trends® 2020 report. The report shares statistics and insights gleaned from FireEye Mandiant investigations around the globe in 2019.
Hacking victims are uncovering attacks faster: FireEye
The global median dwell time, defined as the duration between the start of a cyber intrusion and it being identified, …
Khalifa University’s $5 million robotics challenge kicks off in Abu Dhabi
The Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC 2020), organised by the Khalifa University of Science and Technology, is set to kick off its second edition this week.
Veeam unveils Availability Suite v10 with increased security features
Veeam Software has announced the general availability of new Veeam Availability Suite v10, ushering in the next generation of data protection capabilities that increase data availability, portability, and extensibility.
AI is a key driver for digital transformation in Middle East: NetApp VP
NetApp is enjoying fast-paced growth, according to Marc Montiel, NetApp’s vice president for enterprise focus countries, which includes the Middle East.
Veeam Software appoints new CISO
Veeam® Software announced that Gil Vega has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Vega, whose previous experience includes serving as …
Why getting rid of ROT data can help grow your business
Big data holds the power to fuel transformational growth, yet, as a World Economic Forum report on ‘Data-Driven Development’ observes, we live …
Ericsson launches new AI-powered Network Services
Ericsson has launched two new AI-powered offerings in its Network Services portfolio, enabling communications service providers to secure always-on networks and deliver optimal user experiences.
SentinelOne launches AI-powered XDR platform
SentinelOne has unveiled its Singularity Platform, an industry first data lake that seamlessly fuses together the data, access, control, and integration planes.
Nokia to conduct AI-based railroad crossing safety trials in Japan
Odakyu Electric Railway has announced that it is carrying out trials of Nokia’s SpaceTime scene analytics in order to identify ways of enhancing rail crossing safety.
Government ICT spending in Middle East and Africa to reach $15 billion
Governments across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) spent a combined $12.8 billion on information and communication technologies (ICT) last year, according to the latest findings from International Data Corporation (IDC).
What’s in store?: Cybersecurity experts share predictions for 2020
Security Advisor ME spoke to top industry experts about what they think await security leaders in the new year.
Mindware, Mist Systems partner to deliver AI-driven wireless network in MENA
Mindware has announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Mist Systems to offer its entire portfolio of AI-powered wireless networks in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Smart Dubai unveils new book on UAE’s journey to becoming a digital nation
Authors Dr. Saeed K. Al Dhaheri and Ranjit Rajan have collaborated with Smart Dubai to publish a book on the digital transformation of the UAE.
Nutanix to host .NEXT on Tour in Dubai
Nutanix, a leader in enterprise cloud computing, is hosting its annual .NEXT on Tour at The Address Sky View in …
Dubai Police unveils 5G-enabled patrol cars
Dubai Police, in cooperation with Etisalat, has unveiled the first 5G-enabled smart patrol in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Why Visa is investing in Fintech
As Visa acquires Fintech company Plaid for $5.3B, Deputy Editor Giorgia Guantario takes a look at the state of Fintech …
ASBIS Middle East on revolutionising the distribution space
Year by year ASBIS Middle East has grown solid collaborative relationships with the top worldwide vendors and suppliers of Consumer …