The UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced it will conduct a pilot launch of its distance learning tools to ensure that all students can utilise the platforms to carry out their studies.
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UAE parents “concerned” but “don’t take action” in protecting kids online
A majority of UAE parents (96 percent) worry about their children’s online safety but many may not know how to protect them, according to a recent study by Norton.2 4206
More than 22,000 teachers get certified for e-learning in UAE
The Ministry of Education, in cooperation with HBMSU, has hosted over 42,000 teachers and academic staff using a free e-training course, entitled “How to be an online tutor in 24 Hours.”
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Apple shuts down UAE stores amid coronavirus outbreak
Apple has announced the temporary closure of all of its stores outside of Greater China, including those in the UAE, until 27th March.
Abu Dhabi to enhance services with ‘Digital Month’ initiative
The Abu Dhabi Government has announced the ‘Digital Month’ initiative in a bid to further drive the UAE leadership’s vision to utilise information technology to better serve the community and advance government services, WAM reported.
IBM Watson can now debate with humans on complex topics
IBM has announced several new IBM Watson technologies designed to help organisations begin identifying, understanding and analysing some of the most challenging aspects of the English language with greater clarity, for greater insights.
UAE zoo turns to AI to preserve wildlife
Al Ain Zoo has announced a new project, which will see the entity conduct pilot tests for the use of AI to identify animals individually using a face or skin imprint.
Dubai launches new security standard for industrial control systems
Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) has launched an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security Standard for Dubai.
Thoma Bravo completes $3.9 billion acquisition of Sophos
Sophos has announced the completion of its acquisition by Thoma Bravo, a global private equity firm focused on the software and technology-enabled services sectors, in a cash transaction that values Sophos at approximately $3.9 billion.
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UAE’s Ai Everything summit postponed over coronavirus concerns
One of the major AI summits in the region, Ai Everything, which is originally scheduled to take place from 10th to 11th March has been postponed, the organisers revealed on the event’s website.
UAE residents play a role in improving government services”: Sheikh Mohammed
The UAE has launched a new ‘Mystery Shopper’ application to enhance the role of customers in enhancing the performance of government entities and efficiency of the services they provide.