The 2017 edition of Mobile World Congress saw the relaunch of the iconic Nokia 3310, concrete signs of 5G progress and the vast promise of network function virtualisation. Jeevan Thankappan reports from Barcelona.
Misaligned incentives are working against cybersecurity
Intel Security, in partnership with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), has released a global report called, “Tilting the Playing Field: How misaligned incentives work against cybersecurity.”
PhishMe, Ingram Micro sign strategic channel alliance
Under the terms of the agreement, Ingram Micro will help to accelerate the rapid growth that PhishMe has achieved across META (Middle East, Turkey and Africa).
Riverbed appoints new EMEA sales SVP
Riverbed Technology has announced the appointment of Andy Elder as the Senior Vice President (SVP) for Sales of its operations in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.
Cisco introduces new virtualisation and security technologies
According to a newly released IDC study, organisations around the world are expected to triple the adoption of modern, automated networks over the next two years.
Ooredoo showcases 5G, Smart City solutions at MWC
Qatar’s incumbent telecom service provider Ooredoo is showcasing next-generation solutions and services on its pavilion at the 2017 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona demonstrating progress the company has made in recent years.
New GSMA report sets out industry vision for the 5G era
At Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the GSMA published a report outlining the mobile industry’s collective vision and expectations for the 5G era.
RTA announces five-year digital strategy
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of a five-year digital strategy (2017-2021).
HP announces additions to its mobility lineup at MWC 2017
HP Inc. has announced a new commercial 2-in-1 detachable along with a range of new accessories that “empower people” to work wherever, whenever, with connected and secure mobile devices
HTC announces UAE availability of U Ultra
HTC highlighted that the device also takes a major leap in harnessing the power of an artificial intelligence based assistant to make the smartphone experience even smarter.
F5 Networks highlights opportunities in 5G
F5 Networks has urged service providers to pull out all the stops to ensure the game-changing impact of 5G is optimised.
How unique customer experiences can transform retail
Reseller ME speaks to experts to find out how regional retailers can differentiate their business and create unique customer experiences through technology.
Gartner names Microsoft as ‘leader’ in BI and analytics
Gartner has identified Microsoft as a market leader in its Magic Quadrant for Business Intelligence and Analytics platforms.
FireEye announces enhancements to Endpoint Security solution
FireEye has announced a number of enhancements to its endpoint security solution designed to offer “unparalleled protection” from threats missed by legacy and next-generation endpoint solutions.
Microsoft eyes Indian startups for cloud services
Microsoft has signed up more than 2,000 such customers in the country in the last 12 months, the company’s CEO Satya Nadella said recently during an event for startups in Bangalore.
The path to cyber resilience
Clinton Firth, MENA Cyber Leader, EY Africa, India and Middle East (AIM), on how organisations can build resilient systems to protect themselves against cyber threat actors.
CeBIT 2017 to highlight opportunities in 5G
Top decision-makers from the research, industrial and retailing communities will during the upcoming CeBIT 2017, to discuss the limitless opportunities of real-time connectivity.
How on-demand travel apps have impacted the lives of commuters
With on-demand transport services giving users a ride at the click of a button, gone are the days of spending half an hour flagging a cab in 50-degree heat. CNME investigates how the likes of Uber and Careem have affected the day-to-day commute of Middle East residents.
Huawei to highlight a ‘Better connected world’ at MWC 2017
Huawei has recently held a pre-MWC 2017 briefing in London, during which the company’s Carrier BG President Zou Zhilei noted that a ‘Better Connected World’ is fast approaching.
Juniper Networks expands SDN offerings with new partnerships
Juniper Networks has announced technology alliance partnerships with a number security providers across a variety of critical areas, including endpoint security, cloud access security and network access control.