The Dubai Future Council for Blockchain has recently held its second meeting where it presented and approved three initiatives for 2019.
Singapore firm using blockchain technology to build smart cities
A Singaporean start-up company is tapping into the transformative power of blockchain by using the disruptive new technology to build …
IBM to enhance supply chain management with blockchain
Global tech giant IBM has announced a new blockchain network to streamline supply chain management, according to Reuters.
Mastercard, BENEFIT announce Bahrain’s first-ever blockchain payment programme
Bahrain’s Electronic Network for Financial Transactions and Mastercard have partnered to launch a pilot blockchain programme that will enable banks to deliver fast, secure and private cross-border commercial payments.
Etisalat Digital teams up with UAE banks to develop a new digital platform
Etisalat Digital has partnered with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Avanza Innovations to develop a new platform that optimises the latest technologies to digitize trade in the UAE.
IBM to spur digital transformation in Egypt
IBM has announced the expansion of its operations in the Middle East and Africa with the opening of an Innovation and Industry Client Centre and a Marketing Services Centre in Cairo.
Public cloud “important” for integrating future tech: UAE IT leaders
UAE IT decision-makers agree that the public cloud is “important” for integrating future technology to transform citizen and customer experiences.
Landmark Group completes first-ever dual-platform blockchain transaction with global bank
Landmark Group and HSBC have completed a first-of-its-kind transaction that connected two independently-built blockchain platforms.
Dubai to roll out blockchain-backed e-mortgage system
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has inked a license agreement with UAE-based Mashreq Bank for the use of the e-mortgage system.
Focus Softnet announces new cloud strategy
Software development and enterprise applications provider Focus Softnet has announced a major push on its cloud strategy with an attractive …