Cisco is this week unveiling an alternative to OpenFlow for software-defined networking and proposing it as a standard, while adding it as a vital component of the company’s new programmable architecture.
Apple demands over $2B from Samsung for patent infringement
Samsung should pay more than $2 billion for repeated infringement of Apple patents in more than 37 million smartphones sold in the U.S., a Silicon Valley jury was told Tuesday as a trial between the two companies began after more than two years of preparation.
To your health
SEHA’s move from a paper-based record system to the new Malaffi electronic medical record system was no small feat. The system delivers a completely integrated system and is considered a large implementation by international standards.
Toshiba Kirabook: Rich and thin, but still falls short
Toshiba’s engineers committed a few critical design mistakes that severely undermined their Ultrabook’s claim to luxury status. Thankfully Toshiba has made amends–mostly. The second-gen Kirabook is better, more powerful, and less expensive. But it remains a few features short of being a masterpiece.
StarLink extends distribution coverage with Dell Software
The company’s channel partners in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon can now provide their customers with Dell Software’s connected security solution.
New York Times: NSA hacked into Huawei HQ servers
The U.S. National Security Agency has hacked into Huawei Technologies servers, spied on communications of company executives and collected information to plant so-called backdoors on equipment from the Chinese networking manufacturer, according to reports published over the weekend.
Huawei launches strategic channel plans for 2014
Huawei has announced that it will build upon its Middle East channel partner network by offering specialised training and technical knowledge to empower its partners to identify opportunities for growth in 2014.
Avaya introduces new Customer Experience Management solutions
Avaya has announced new Customer Experience Management solutions which aim to help businesses “eliminate the fragmented, high-effort service that jeopardises customer loyalty and revenue growth.”
Redington Value announced as Oracle Middle East distributor
Redington Value has announced that it will distribute Oracle solutions in the Middle East region including Egypt.
Mobily and Huawei to launch Smart Network initiative
Mobily and Huawei have signed a strategic contract to launch a new Smart Network Initiative within Saudi Arabia with an aim to enhance the overall user experience for Mobily customers.
Quest for growth
Jumbo Electronics is tapping new technologies as it forges the path to business innovation
A newer, faster Thunderbolt
Intel could soon bring to market a faster version of its Thunderbolt connector technology with a throughput of 50Gbps, but the …
Innovation on tap
As the largest importer of alcohol in the region, African + Eastern is leading the way in both distribution of products and sales innovation. Samir Khan, Regional IS Manager of the company, is always looking for new ways to streamline the business using cutting-edge technology.
6 tips to combat Advanced Persistent Threats
Experts say it takes time, training and collaboration to thwart APTs. But with these best practices, you can keep your defenses high.
Dimension Data scoops SI award
Dimension Data has won the FireEye 2013 Global Systems Integrator of the Year Award.
Commonwealth pact seeks African online security collaboration
The Commonwealth Cybergovernance Model adopted by ICT ministers from the Commonwealth of Nations could encourage African nations to advance controversial proposals to combat cybercrime and develop common guidelines for developing the tech sector on the continent.
Innovation on tap
As the largest importer of alcoholic beverages in the region, African + Eastern is leading the way in both distribution of products and sales innovation. Samir Khan, Regional IS Manager of the company, is always looking for new ways to streamline the business using innovative technology.
Down to the wire
The recent introduction of mobile number portability will be a significant opportunity for business users as service providers start focusing more on customer service and plans targeted at specific categories of subscribers.
Review: Dell Venue 11 Pro
The 11-inch tablet is ideal for smooth transition from work to play, however Dell could have done better on its display and portability.
FDC ProValue to distribute QNAP’s NAS solutions
According to the contract, the agreement caters to the Middle East, North Africa, Levant and Central Asia region excluding a few countries in the GCC.