Reseller Middle East’s Partner Excellence Awards returns once again for its ninth year to applaud and celebrate the accomplishments of …
How do tech titans decide where to build their GCC data centres?
The race to build Middle East data centres is swiftly gathering pace. As public and private sector organisations across the …
Canon names new president for EMEA operations
Canon EMEA has announced the appointment of Yuichi Ishizuka as the new President & CEO for Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), succeeding Rokus van Iperen who is retiring after six years in the role.
Facebook takes down Russian troll accounts
Facebook has reportedly suspended 70 accounts, 138 pages and 65 Instagram accounts associated with a “troll factory,” which has been sanctioned by US authorities for fake activism and misleading political posts.
Biometrics: a security bane or boon?
Biometric security, whether fingerprint, facial or iris recognition, is fast emerging as the preferred way to safeguard the data of companies and individuals from threat actors. However, while biometric identification may be less prone to theft and spoofing than passwords, it’s still vulnerable to hacking.
Sheikh Mohammed lends voice to Dubai’s Translation Challenge
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, together with Crown Prince and Dubai Executive Council Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the Translation Challenge site to review its progress, which falls under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Arabic e-Learning Project.
Google employees battle cyber bullying at work
Around 100 Google US employees concerned about cyber bullying inside the company have organised into a group proposing new policies …
How to create data-centric security strategies
Thomas Fischer, global security advocate, Digital Guardian, on how organisations can create data-centric security strategies in 2018. As businesses continue …
Mining businesses may fail without right cybersecurity measures: report
Mining businesses are struggling to meet the new security challenges presented by the Internet of Things (IoT) as they look …
Everything you need to know about IBM’s Watson Assistant
IBM launched its Watson Assistant product this week during its Think conference in Las Vegas, with the aim of helping …
Enterprise Systems looks to expand across GCC
Pouya Parsafar, CEO, Enterprise Systems, aims to expand the business across the GCC markets and focus on emerging technologies. The …
Cambridge Analytica chief brags about role in Trump’s win in secret footage
The suspended chief executive of Cambridge Analytica said in a secretly recorded video broadcast on that his UK-based political consultancy’s online campaign has indeed influenced the 2016 US elections.
How to delete Facebook
If you’ve fallen out of love with Facebook, it’s easy to delete your account. The only question is whether you want to permanently delete Facebook or temporarily disable your account.
Op-Ed: Why blockchain will be the key to customer happiness
Ahmed Helmy explains why blockchain will enable organisations to enhance their ability to anticipate requirements and proactively respond to customer demands.
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Apple using “secret” facility to produce its own screens
The technology giant is making a significant investment in the development of next-generation MicroLED screens, say people familiar with the matter.
Bitfury brings its Blockchain offerings to the UAE
The company held seminars in Dubai Design District and in Abu Dhabi with Emercoin to showcase blockchain projects that will improve services for companies, governments and individuals around the world.
Best power banks of 2018: don’t leave home without one
Anyone who uses a smartphone knows the importance of carrying a backup power bank. But given the overwhelming number of options, you might feel overwhelmed, understandably.
Fitbit launches duo of new products
The Versa features health and fitness features like 24/7 heart rate tracking, onscreen workouts, and automatic sleep stages tracking.
Nuvias to double up expansion plans
Alasdair Kilgour, vice president Middle East and Africa, Nuvias, reiterates how employees are the weakest link in an organisation’s security …