The UAE’s Ministry of Economy (MoE) has launched an interactive and smart online application in an attempt to strengthen the …
The challenge of securing IoT
IoT security challenges include weak authentication and authorisation protocols, insecure software, firmware with hard-coded back doors, poorly designed connectivity and communications, and little to no configurability.
Identity technologies to transform healthcare sector
As healthcare firms become more connected, a shift in how trusted identities are used across the healthcare sector is fueling demand for advanced smart card technologies and mobile solutions.
Adobe, Microsoft collaborate to transform enterprise CX
Microsoft and Adobe have announced the availability of their first joint solution, designed to help enterprises transform their customer experiences.
US device ban another slap in the face for Middle East
I’m sure I’m not alone in expressing my disdain at the news that a series of electronic devices will soon …
Bill Gates again tops world’s billionaire list
Bill Gates, co-founder and former CEO of Microsoft, was the world’s richest person in 2016, the fourth year in a …
FBI confirms investigation of Russian hack of US election
The FBI is actively investigating Russia’s attempts to influence the 2016 US presidential election and possible cooperation from President Donald Trump’s campaign, agency director James Comey confirmed.
GE, Aluminium of Greece ink first digital smelter deal
Last month, GE launched its first global Digital Smelter Centre of Excellence in Dubai, as well as signing a 10-year agreement with Aluminium of Greece to implement the world’s first digital smelter solution.
How Emirates NBD is staying young at heart
Following its announcement to invest AED 500 million in digital transformation over the next three years, Emirates NBD has recently launched the UAE’s first millennial-focused digital banking application, Liv.. Ali Sajwani, the bank’s Group CIO, explains what makes Liv. stand out from the crowd.
Tyco Security Products launches IP card reader, controller
Tyco Security Products, part of Johnson Controls, announces the release of the S700e Intelligent IP Reader and S700 Exit Reader …
Major tech companies withdraw from legal fight against Trump
Apple, Google and Facebook are among more than 60 technology companies that appear to have backed away from the legal fight against U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial travel ban, deciding not to put their weight behind a lawsuit seeking to block the second version of his executive order.
DDoS via IoT – the first wave of attacks?
In the last year, we’ve all heard of the Mirai malware, but did you know that Mirai is Japanese …
Russian government agents charged for Yahoo hack
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has charged four people, including two Russian state intelligence agents, for their involvement in a massive hack of Yahoo that affected half a billion accounts.
Veeam introduces accredited service partner programme
Veeam Software has announced the launch of Veeam Accredited Service Partner (VASP), a programme that highlights a select list of partners, distributors, system integrators and freelance IT consultants.
Can UAE visa law changes create a global tech hub?
The UAE government has recently announced that it would change laws to provide residence visas for top IT talent. James Dartnell asks regional and national heads of some of the world’s biggest tech firms about the opportunities this will bring the country.
Key takeaways from the Mobile World Congress 2017
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.