The UAE and Saudi Arabia have started using fintech for cross-border settlements, including a digital currency which they jointly developed for that purpose.
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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 6275
Five trends that will dominate digital businesses in 2019
Too many aspiring digital businesses aren’t set up correctly for digital transformation. Here are five trends that will be dominant in the digital business in 2019.
Data analytics, cybersecurity are key to improving aviation safety: experts
Utilising data analytics and improving cybersecurity should be among the key priorities of aviation organisations, according to experts at the 6th annual World Aviation Safety Summit.
UAE leads MENA in online commerce innovations
The UAE is the fourth most prepared developing economy for online commerce, according to a new index from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Focus SoftNet, TrioTree Technologies boost IT innovation in healthcare
Focus Softnet has signed a partnership agreement with TrioTree Technologies to expand and strengthen its portfolio across the healthcare domain.
Where should the CISO sit in the leadership team?
As cybersecurity risk management has ascended to become a top strategic priority, where the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) sits within the leadership team has become a major question.
AI shaping the future of man and machine: experts
Henrik Von Scheel, originator of the “4th Industrial Revolution” and Board Member of OECD National Competitive Council has recently revealed an underlying FDI paradigm shift in 4IR.
UAE at the forefront of AI innovations: study
The UAE ranks first in the region in terms of enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) applications with an annual growth rate of 33.5 percent, according to a recent study.
UAE-based bank transforms workplace with Microsoft
Mashreq Bank has concluded the latest phase of its digital transformation initiative, in which it adopted Microsoft’s modern workplace solutions, to further engage customers, empower employees, optimise operations and reinvent products and services.
Metis, KoreConX help drive SME growth in UAE
KoreConX has announced its partnership with Metis Management Consultancy, a UAE-grown consultancy firm focused on providing services to SMEs in the MENA region.