Polycom, a global company focused on enterprise grade business communication solutions, has announced two significant updates with its premier partner, Microsoft.
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UAE’s Etisalat plans $2 billion buyback
UAE-based telco Etisalat’s shares climbed after it said that it’s planning to buy back stock valued at as much as $2 billion, according to Bloomberg.0 2898
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department plans 100% digitisation
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, ADJD, has recently organised its 41st monthly media forum, titled, “Digital Transformation, Everyone is Concerned”, at its headquarters in the New Building Theatre.
Avaya introduces new Customer Engagement Cloud solutions
Avaya has unveiled Avaya Customer Engagement Cloud solutions, a comprehensive set of advanced capabilities and services to help businesses keep customers engaged, happy and coming back.
Samsung to launch refurbished Note 7 phones in South Korea
Samsung said in a statement that it will offer 400,000 phones, dubbed the Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition (FE), in its home country priced 699,600 won ($611).
Dubai Police to deploy autonomous patrol cars by end of 2017
The Dubai Police has recently signed a deal with Singapore-based OTSAW Digital to deploy autonomous outdoor patrol cars called O-R3.
Smart Dubai board considers Vision 2021 prospects
The Smart Dubai Office (SDO) board of directors has held its 10th meeting, congratulating its members on the successful completion of …
Kuwait sets up social media monitoring committee
Kuwaiti daily Al Qabas reported that the governmental committee will comprise representatives from the ministries of foreign affairs, interior, information and endowments.
Salesforce, IDC predict $1.1 trillion AI-CRM impact
Salesforce has announced new research from IDC detailing the economic impact of artificial intelligence on CRM, predicting the creation …
Emaar launches 360 virtual tours of Dubai hotels
The 360 virtual tours, captured in high-definition photographs and videos, offer visitors the opportunity to experience the unique value propositions of each hotel before making an informed decision – be it for booking hotel stays, restaurants or spa treatments.
Saudi billionaire joins Daimler AG in $500m Careem funding
Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has teamed up with Daimler AG, the world’s biggest luxury-car maker, as an investor in a $500 million-fundraising bid by Dubai-based ride-hailing company, Careem.