According to the speakers, blockchain has many years before going mainstream, but it is a very promising technology across industries.
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Bahrain mulls single broadband network roll out
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Bahrain held a series of briefings with telecom operators this month to discuss the new economic regulatory framework, a key step towards achieving single network in the kingdom.0 4534
Oman’s ITA, NTF sign MoU to enhance training in IT sector
The purpose of the MoU is to establish a strategic relationship between the ITA and NTF to promote Omanisation and boost skill development activities in IT fields.
Oracle: 66% of Saudi IT pros believe IaaS aids innovation
The proportion of businesses reaping the rewards of embracing IaaS is increasing, according to Oracle’s latest quarterly global survey of …
Uber seals multi-billion dollar SoftBank investment
The agreement lets SoftBank and other firms invest up to $1 billion in Uber, and proceed with a tender offer in coming weeks to buy up to $9 billion in shares from existing investors.
du, UIB partner for AI telco solution
du and Unified Inbox (UIB) have announced a strategic partnership to bring an AI-based way for users to communicate with …
DEWA appoints 5 robots as customer service employees
The move comes as part of its continuous quest to envision the future through the development of mechanisms that enrich the experience of customers, and contribute to the provision of seven-star quality services at its Customer Happiness Centres.
Alphabet’s Waymo to launch driverless taxi service
Alphabet’s Waymo will launch a driverless ride-hailing service and has tested the cars on public roads in Arizona, Reuters has …
Dubai ‘Day Without Service Centres’ a success
The Day Without Service Centres initiative, implemented as per the directives of Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, …
Emirates Transport nears launch of region’s first electric school bus
Emirates Transport has launched the final phase of testing for the first battery-powered electric school bus in the region.
MPP Global opens Dubai Middle East HQ
Subscription and billing platform MPP Global has opened its first Middle East office in Dubai. The firm also announced the …