dnata has agreed a deal to implement a “cutting-edge” cloud-based software platform for its cargo operations in Dubai. The appointment …
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T-Mobile nears $24 billion Sprint deal
T-Mobile US and its German owners are advancing toward a long-awaited telecommunications deal that would value merger partner Sprint at … 0 2847
Virgin Mobile brand launches in the UAE
The Virgin Mobile brand was officially launched by Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC) today in the UAE, bringing the “first …
Attorney-General approves smart apps for Public Prosecution’s e-programme
The UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi has recently approved the launch of a number of smart applications as part of the Public Prosecutor’s e-programme.
RTA signs MoU for 3D-printed parts on Dubai Metro
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Siemens for the provision of 3D-printed …
DFSA pens Hong Kong fintech innovation deal
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) have signed an agreement to cooperate on Fintech innovation. …
Uber appoints Expedia’s Dara Khosrowshahi as new CEO
Reuters reported that Khosrowshahi, 48, would take on the challenge of leading the ride-services company out of a nearly year-long crisis.
SoftBank Vision Fund pumps $4.4 billion into WeWork
Japan’s SoftBank and its Saudi Public Investment Fund-backed Vision Fund have agreed to invest a combined $4.4 billion into New …
SoftBank-designed robot priest available for funeral hire in Japan
Funeral arrangers have the option to deck Pepper out in the robe of a Buddhist monk, and can even live-stream the ceremony to those who can’t attend the funeral in person.
Elon Musk joins AI experts in backing ‘killer robots’ ban
The group of founders of AI and robotics companies have sent an open letter to the UN calling for it to prevent the arms race that is currently under way for killer robots.
Interactive sports app 10 launches in UAE
UAE-based social sports app 10 has launched globally and on home soil. Headquartered in Dubai with an office in London, …