Uber and Careem have reached an agreement for Uber to acquire Careem for $3.1 billion, consisting of $1.7 billion in convertible notes and $1.4 billion in cash.
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Telecom subscribers in UAE rise to 24 million: TRA
The number of subscribers to telecommunications services in the UAE, whether through mobile phones, landlines and the internet, rose to around 24 million during the first five months of 2018.1 6088
UAE Space Agency teams up with Virgin Galactic to develop space tourism
The UAE Space Agency and Virgin Galactic have announced a new partnership that will see the two parties cooperate across a range of areas including plans to develop space tourism flights.
UAE’s Masdar City launches new hub for tech startups
Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable urban community, has launched Tech Park, a new destination for start-ups focused on technology, sustainability and the digital economy.
Microsoft gears up for the first “Ignite” tour in Dubai
Microsoft has announced that its global annual technology conference “Microsoft Ignite | The Tour” is all set to pave its path in Dubai on March 27-28, for the very first time.
Apple unveils second generation of AirPods
The new AirPods can respond to “Hey Siri” commands thanks to a new H1 chip, charge wirelessly (with an optional case), and offer more talk time than the previous generation.
Cybersecurity a popular career choice in UAE and Saudi Arabia: SANS
Students in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are looking at IT, including cybersecurity, as a prospective career, according to the latest study by SANS Institute.
Tech and telecoms firms dominate “brand intimacy” list in UAE
The technology and telecom industry in UAE has maintained its rank as #2 among 15 industries in terms of “brand intimacy,” according to the latest study by MBLM.
Demand for tech-savvy professionals are on the rise: Careers UAE
The demand for digital and tech-savvy recruits are on the rise across the UAE as the country evolves into a test bed for global development of artificial intelligence (AI).
Dubai Electronic Security Center tooffers opportunities at Careers UAE
Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) has announced its participation in the upcoming Careers UAE 2019 for the 4th consecutive year.
Education is key to staying cyber-resilient: Westcon-Comstor execs
Westcon-Comstor group MD Steve Lockie and Westcon Security director Ian Jones sat down with Security Advisor ME to discuss why continuous education is vital for staying ahead of the “bad guys.”